Two problems related to brake disc pads have been reported for the 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Lincoln Town Car based on all problems reported for the 2003 Town Car.
The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a leak behind the rear driver's side tire. The vehicle was driven to firestone and the mechanic stated that the seal failed on the rear driver's side tire. While the mechanic was repairing the vehicle, he noticed that the rear wheel bearing and stub axle were defective, which was the actual cause of the seal failure. As a result, the rear differential fluid had to be refilled. The vehicle was repaired and the dealer and mechanic were not notified. In January of 2009, while driving approximately 60 mph, the contact noticed a chirping noise when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was driven to firestone for a brake inspection and the mechanic stated that the brake pads and rotors needed to be changed. When the mechanic removed the rotors, he noticed that the rear ball joints were rubbing against the axles and needed to be replaced. Both of the rear end axles and ball joints were replaced. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified and the contact was informed that the VIN was not related to any recalls. He would be responsible for the repair costs. The contact has the parts and supporting documentation in his possession. The current mileage was 81,131 and failure mileage was 51,863. Updated 2/5/09 updated 02/10/09.
The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. While driving 55 mph, the contact heard a grinding noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The mechanic stated that the rear axles, the wheel bearings, axle seals, and brake pads all need replacing. The mechanic made the repair and no other failures have occurred. The current mileage is 135,300 and failure mileage was 135,223. Updated 07/06/07.