Vehicle Speed Control Problems of Lincoln Town Car - part 2

I have a 2008 Lincoln Town Car. I was coming up to an intersection at about 10 mph to make a right turn and when I stepped on the brake the engine really revved up and I had to really stomp on the brake (all the way to the floorboard) to stop the car. The engine then slowed down. If I had been doing 75 mph on the interstate I would not have been able to stop.

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Reference complaints 10327169, and 10326349. Lincoln 2007 Town Car why are these reports included in "interior systems"? they are clearly a safety issue that should be included under brakes and fuel system!! this model has the brake pedal and the fuel pedal connected together in a system that can raise or lower them together. . . It is probably this system that is at fault. In order to put in this feature it appears that they moved the gas pedal closer to the brake pedal and it is possible to apply both pedals together.

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On June 5, 2008 I was in line on a hill to get into a car wash & accelerated into the car on line in front of me. I did file a police report at that time. I thought my foot slipped off the brake & that it could have been my fault. However,on April 8, 2010 I was waiting in line at the same car wash in exactly the same spot. I tapped the accelerator slightly to move up in line and my car lurched forward out of control. Despite pressing hard on the brake pedal my car still accelerated into the car in line in front of me. I did not file a police report on April 8, 2010.

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I own a 2006 Lincoln Town Car, purchased new. Approximately once or twice per year the vehicle will try to accelerate as I am braking for a red light or a stop sign. Placing transmission into neutral position seems to result in engine slowing down. Taken to Lincoln-Mercury dealership in 3/07 and 4/10. They can not duplicate the problem and they state that they can not explain what is causing this.

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The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. While the contact was driving approximately 2 mph, he engaged the brake pedal and it fell to the floorboard. There was an abnormally high increase in engine rpms and the vehicle then abnormally accelerated. The brakes were applied repeatedly but to no avail. Suddenly, the gear selector was shifted into the neutral position and the engine was turned off. The contact restarted the vehicle and it operated normally. The identical failure occurred on a separate occasion in which the contact crashed into the proceeding vehicle. There were no damages or personal injuries. A police report was not filed. The contact expressed significant concern of a potential safety hazard. The failure mileage was 60,000.

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The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 to 45 mph down a ramp, he engaged the brakes and the vehicle abnormally accelerated. He continued to engage the brakes using both feet to avoid a potential crash. He was able to bring slow the vehicle down and drive onto an emergency lane. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to the dealer several times regarding the failure. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and referred him back to the dealer where a monitor equipped with a kill switch was installed on the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure did not persist and the monitor was removed from the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000 and the current mileage was 46,500.

The contact owns 2005 Lincoln town-car. While attempting to decelerate, the vehicle began to accelerate without intention. Even after repeated brake application the vehicle would not stop. Consequently she crashed into a grass embankment. She was hospitalized because her back had broken. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer, but the technician could not identify the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages 82,000. Updated 01/20/10 the consumer believed the problem was the throttle positioning sensor or throttle box or both. The consumer stated he slowed down for a stop. Updated 01/22/10.

The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that the vehicle accelerated abnormally at random intervals. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis and the contact was advised that the failure was caused by driver error. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 18,000 and the current mileage was 70,000. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Town Car signature. On three to four different occasions, the vehicle made a strange noise, bucked forward, and then accelerated when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact had to apply the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The dealer stated that when the coils misfire, the vehicle feels as if it will accelerate. However, the contact stated that the vehicle did accelerate and the dealer replaced the coils. The following day, the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. They could not find any failures with the vehicle. On another occasion, the failure occurred twice in the same day. The contact called the dealer and they stated that they inspected the vehicle and found no failures. She was informed by a representative to bring the vehicle back to them while the failure was occurring. The contact stated that two other 2007 Lincoln continentals she owned have experienced the same failures. The manufacturer has not been notified. The current mileage was 23,978 and failure mileage was approximately 22,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated he was driving at 40 mph when he attempted to apply the brakes. The contact's foot became lodged between the accelerator and brake pedal. He was able to dislodge his foot but when doing so, the brake pedal cover detached from the pedal itself. The dealer would not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed for the failure. The contact stated the design of the accelerator and brake pedals were faulty. The contact stated the vehicle was traded because he did not feel safe in the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were 30,000. Updated 10/01/10. Updated 10/04/10.

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The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that the vehicle has accelerated on its own five times while driving 30 mph. The first failure occurred on October 8, 2007. He placed the gear in neutral in order to slow the vehicle down and, on occasion, he would have to turn off the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice and the diagnosis indicated failure codes for the powertrain, control module, and (the Dec) electronic control. The dealer reprogrammed the powertrain control module; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer on November 1, 2008. The dealer stated that they may be unable to correct the failure. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that they would call the dealer. The contact was informed that he would receive a call from the dealer. The failure mileage was 22,311 and current mileage was 32,390.

The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that the gas pedal and brakes were too close together. The contact observed that they were too close when the vehicle was purchased; however, he didn't notify the dealer or the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 38,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Town Car. On four separate occasions, while driving at an unknown speed, the contact depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The brake pushed back under his foot and the vehicle surged forward. The current mileage was 17,000 and failure mileage was 11,806. Updated 10/03/08 updated 10/06/08. 8jb.

The contact owns a 2004 Lincoln Town Car. While driving approximately 2 mph into a garage, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle stopped. He attempted to shift into reverse and the vehicle automatically surged forward, crashing into the foundation. There were no warnings prior to the failure. The vehicle sustained minor damages. The contact was waiting on a response from the insurance company regarding the damages. The failure and current mileages were 28,000. Updated 11-25-08 updated 11/25/08.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a safety recall notice in August of 2007 for the vehicle speed control. The dealer disconnected the vehicle speed control switch. In March of 2008, he received a letter stating that the parts were available. When he took his vehicle to the dealer for repair, the contact was informed that the parts were only coming in five at a time per week, and the vehicles would be serviced on a first come, first serve basis. He was informed to call each Monday morning to find out if they have the parts. There had been no failure to date. The recall number and purchase date were unknown. The current mileage was 92,000.

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The contact owns a 1998 Lincoln Town Car. The vehicle speed control recall notice stated that parts are now available to perform the necessary repairs to your vehicle. On 3/14/08 and 3/17/08 the dealer stated that they have no idea when the parts will be available. The dealer did not disconnect the vehicle speed control switch. There are no failures at this time. The current mileage was 59,000. Rk updated04/03/08.

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. He stated that while driving 10 mph and applying the brake pedal, without a warning the vehicle accelerated on its own . He then tried to apply the brakes and they did not work until he shifted into neutral gear. The vehicle decreased in speed and began to function normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they couldn't duplicate the problem but reprogrammed the pcm. The failure occurred twice. The failure mileage was 41598. The current mileage was 42245 updated 3/30/10 updated 08/18/jb.

(recall 05s28: speed control) called dealer after notification (August 2007) was told their was no parts. Wait until December 2007. Called dealer12/13/07 no parts available . I was referred to fords 800 392 Ford was told to wait until March 2008. This is crazy why are we left behind. I was told their was not one to be had. Please do not disregard this message if this is not the correct place to report please send link or address. I think Ford needs to keep its promises as stated in there notice although I original thought the " parts will become available in the 4th quarter of 2007" was outrageous as stated in the notice.

The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Town Car signature. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, he attempted to apply the brakes and his foot accidentally depressed the accelerator pedal as well. The vehicle lunged forward as a result. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that they were unable to assist him since they were not able to alter the design of the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 25,000 and the current mileage was 67,000. Updated 6/7/12 the consumer stated he hit another vehicle. The consumer did not stated if there was any property damage. He also stated the accelerator and brake pedals were too close together.

The contact owns a 1996 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a recall notice in September of 2007 for NHTSA campaign id number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). The manufacturer stated that the part would be unavailable until March of 2008. The speed control switch has not yet been disconnected. There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 110,000. Updated 12/12/2007 updated 12/12/07.

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Approximately 1 year ago I received a letter pertaining to the recall of my Lincoln # concerning the speed control deactivation switch ( scds) upon receiving the letter I immediately contacted cooper Ford in clinton s. C to schedule the repair, I was told by katie , a service manager "they would put me on the list" this was the last quarter of last year oct Nov time frame. Upon not hearing anything from the dealership in Mar 08 I called again, a service manager brian, told me I was still on the list. I have not been contacted by the dealership since.

I received 2 recall notices this past October. The recall was to have the speed control device replaced. One for my 96 Lincoln towncar and the other for my 2000 holiday rambler (both equipped with Ford motors. I have contacted the local Ford dealer re the Lincoln right after receiving the recall notice. Was told that Ford should be sending the replacement speed control device by December. It is now the 16th of Jan 2008 and alexander Ford has not received the replacement part. I would like to know why the delay.

The contact owns a 2002 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that the vehicle lunged forward and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. She was unable to stop the vehicle until one minute later. The mechanic and dealer were unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The current and failure mileages were 49,000.

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1996 Lincoln Town Car recall for speed control deactivation switch. I have a letter from the manufacturer that states that there are parts available for this repair but have yet to receive a call from the dealer, I'm told I'm on the list. . How long should this take?.

Ford recall #05s28 on our 1997 Lincoln Town Car executive was issued over 5 months ago. We complied with the request to have the speed control modified, and was told we would be notified when parts were available. We have checked several times and still they are not in stock. This is totally unacceptable as a response from a reputable us manufacturer. Ford seems to be dragging their feet on this safety issue [is this a reason buyers are reluctant to buy and own us made products] ???. We are fast losing faith in the quality and concern displayed by Ford.

The contact owns a 1996 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a safety recall notice in September of 2007 for NHTSA campaign id number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). The speed control switch was disconnected in March of 2008. Once the switch was disconnected, he began hearing a buzzing sound when the brake pedal was depressed and the abs light illuminated. When taken to the dealer, the contact was informed that the vehicle speed control had nothing to do with the buzzing sound that the brakes were making. He filed complaint number 0377821518 with Ford. The current mileage was 29,167 and failure mileage was 28,000.

Ford motor company notified me in August 2007 that a defect in the speed control deactivation switch would be removed by the dealer on vehicles 1992-2004 and the same would be replaced no later than the 4th quarter of 2007. The dealer now states " we have no idea when we will get the parts and neither does Ford". I called Ford this date and the same statement was repeated. The switch was removed August 4, 2007 by the dealer (greens of lexington, Lincoln ) and as of this date I still have no speed control as stated .

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. He received a recall notice for the vehicle speed control (NHTSA campaign 07v336000) in September 2007. The dealer disconnected the vehicle speed control and stated that the parts would be available in the fourth quarter. The manufacturer could not provide a date when the part would be available. As of December 5, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The current mileage was 100,000 and there had been no failure to date. Updated 01-10-08. Updated 12/31/07.

The contact owns a 1996 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 07v366000 (vehicle speed control). The part was unavailable. There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 90,000. Updated 03-19-08 the consumer stated when obtaining the form, he was informed Ford was sending out postcards to inform owners when to bring the vehicles in for the repairs, however the consumer stated has not received the information as of yet. Updated 03/19/08.

The contact owns a 1996 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control) and Ford recall number 05s28 in August of 2007. He called Ford motor company on several different occasions and they initially stated that the parts would be available in mid-December and then later in January of 2008. The contact called back and was informed that there was no specific date. The deactivation switch was not disconnected. There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 130,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that the vehicle accelerated while he was depressing the brake pedal. He was forced to depress the pedal as hard as possible to stop the vehicle. The stopping distance equaled the length of two vehicles. One week later, while pulling into a parking space, the vehicle surged forward again. The contact had to depress the brake pedal as hard as possible to stop the vehicle. The dealer stated that the contact must have had his foot on the accelerator pedal. The contact will take the vehicle to the dealer next week. The current mileage was 7,900 and failure mileage was 7,800. Updated 01/11/08. Updated.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a Ford recall notice for the vehicle speed control. The speed control was disconnected in September of 2007. He called Ford five or six times and they placed him on hold and never returned. There had been no failure to date. The purchase date and recall number were unknown. The current mileage was 142,300. Updated 03-04-08.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a safety recall notice in August of 2007 for the vehicle speed control. As of January 2008, Ford does not know when the part will be available. There had been no failure to date. The recall number was unknown. The current mileage was 62,300.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a Ford safety recall notice for the vehicle speed control in August of 2007. The contact had the switch disconnected at that time. He has been informed every month thereafter that the part would be available the following month. There had been no failure to date. The purchase date and recall number were unknown. The current mileage was 106,000.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received a safety recall notice in August of 2007 for the vehicle speed control. He spoke with the dealer and Ford motor company in January of 2008 and they could not inform him when the part would be available. There had been no failure to date. The purchase date and recall number were unknown. The current mileage was 94,644. Updated 3/4/08.