Steering Problems of Lincoln Town Car

Lincoln Town Car owners have reported 173 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 21 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (87 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering tie rod assembly (17 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Lincoln Town Car

The Steering problem

Bought a 2004 linc tow as a gift to my grandson. Drove it a couple of times and had no issues. After it had sat for about 2-3 weeks, I drove it to town to let it run after sitting. On my way home I was turning on to the road for home and the steering suddenly caught, I was in the middle of a turn   Read details...

The Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem

The contact owns a 2001 Lincoln Town Car. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact heard a loud metal dragging noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the contact noticed that the front driver side completely collapsed.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

I have only 20,118 original miles on my 2004 Lincoln Town Car ultimate. The steering column under the hood is terribly rusted. The corrosion looks scary. I wanted to take it to the dealer to have them tell me if I needed to replace it! now, I wasn't looking for Ford to pay for anything but get this   Read details...

The Steering Linkages problem

: the contact stated a squeeking sound was heard coming from the front right wheel. The contact treated the wheel with wd-40 and the sound went away. Also, while driving 10 mph in a parking lot, the right front wheel fell off.   Read details...

The Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Total loss of steering and brakes.   Read details...




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