2001 Lincoln Continental
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2001 Lincoln Continental. Newest first.
Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
Vehicle description: passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, and light and medium duty pickup trucks. a switch located in the plastic cover of the wiper motor gear case could malfunction and overheat, potentially resulting in loss of intermittent wiper function, loss of wiper park function, complete loss of wiper function, or ignition of the plastic…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the date code on the wiper motor. motors built with the suspect time frame will have the wiper motor gear case cover replaced. owner notification began august 20, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Owner complaints
32 complaints1 involved a crash2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Steering · Unknown or other
I'm a new owner I only had the car for two years and the steering wheel feels funny when I'm driving or turning the wheel and I hear a noise when I turn it .
- Unknown or other
Driver side door lock IS defective. The alternator was defective, but I had it fixed at the dealership at my expense.
- Steering · Suspension · Wheels
I was backing out of my garage at home and when I turned my steering wheel, the left front spring broke and shredded the inside of the tire. I checked the area that the spring broke, and it was clean, unrusted metal, there was no sign of an impending failure, just a sudden break.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2001 lincoln continental. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 65 mph, smoke started emitting from the steering column and near the wiper switch. Also, the contact noticed that the low washer fluid sensor illuminated intermittently and that under the hood…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 lincoln continental. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 65 mph, smoke started emitting from the steering column and near the wiper switch. Also, the contact noticed that the low washer fluid sensor illuminated intermittently and that under the hood there was a disconnected piece. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician replenished the windshield washer fluid and fixed the detached piece. Was not able to replicate or diagnose the failure. however, the remedy failed to repair the problem. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
- Suspension
While backing the car out of the driveway after it had been sitting overnight, there was a loud pop and the front driver's side tire went flat. After removing the wheel, I saw that the large coil suspension spring had broken and that the sharp end of the broken spring had sliced open the inside…
While backing the car out of the driveway after it had been sitting overnight, there was a loud pop and the front driver's side tire went flat. After removing the wheel, I saw that the large coil suspension spring had broken and that the sharp end of the broken spring had sliced open the inside sidewall of the tire. The car IS sitting the driveway waiting for part I ordered. I can not believe it cost $690.00 each for coil springs that's' crazy . And that there IS no recall since I have been reading a lot of this same complaint. this IS a 2001 and the mileage IS still low only 50,000 miles. *tr
- Suspension
While backing the car out of the garage after it had been sitting overnight, there was a loud pop and the front driver's side tire went flat. after removing the wheel, I saw that the large coil suspension spring had broken and that the sharp end of the broken spring had sliced open the inside…
While backing the car out of the garage after it had been sitting overnight, there was a loud pop and the front driver's side tire went flat. after removing the wheel, I saw that the large coil suspension spring had broken and that the sharp end of the broken spring had sliced open the inside sidewall of the tire. the car IS now in the shop, so the vin and exact mileage are not available. if this had happened at highway speed, a serious accident could have occurred. my mechanic tells me that he has seen this problem with ford products before. if this IS a common occurrence, why hasn't there been a recall for this serious safety problem? *tr
- Vehicle speed control
2001 lincoln continental / 115,000 miles while driving on the 10 fwy in july 2008, and without activating cruise control, or pressing sharply on the gas pedal, my car began to suddenly accelerate at top speed. the engine roared with a loud sound and immediately went into full operating power.…
2001 lincoln continental / 115,000 miles while driving on the 10 fwy in july 2008, and without activating cruise control, or pressing sharply on the gas pedal, my car began to suddenly accelerate at top speed. the engine roared with a loud sound and immediately went into full operating power. The sound of the engine at full throttle was unmistakable and as I looked at the dash board gauges, I saw my speedometer needle quickly reach 90 mph and kept moving higher. Realizing I was in danger, I applied the brake to slow the vehicle, but the brake pedal was not slowing my car down in the normal fashion. It only depressed about - of the normal range. Confused, I quickly glanced down at my feet to check for an object or floor mat that would cause my gas pedal to be stuck or lodged. There were no objects to be found. With my car continuing at a speed of at least 90 mph, and my left foot on the brake, I then felt the gas pedal beneath my right foot move away and down toward the floor board on its own. I lifted the gas pedal with my foot in an attempt to reverse the acceleration, but it didn't work. Realizing I had no control of my car, I repeatedly pressed my brake pedal, but this only slowed the car from 90 mph to 70 mph; it was not bringing my car to a complete stop. With many cars surrounding me, a crash became imminent ? So I moved 2 lanes over into the shoulder of the road. I was traveling at approx 60mph at this point & kept braking to try to regain control of my vehicle. The brakes were not stopping my vehicle so I put the car in neutral, which slowed the vehicle to approx 40 mph. Still moving forward, with both feet on my brake pedal pushing as hard as I could, I had no choice but to engage the e-brake as a last option. This slowed my car to about 15 mph, after which I put the car in park. The car came to a complete stop. I removed the key from the ignition. *Tr
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Coil spring on left front strut broke, rubbed through sidewall of tire causing blowout. Wife was real lucky this was in town at low speed. Could have been catastrophic on freeway. Parts are real expensive $450 each side plus one new tire, I'm going to get both sides done because I don't trust the other one now. I have the parts ordered. I will save failed part. *tr
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln continental. while backing out of the driveway and accelerating forward, the contact heard a rubbing noise coming from the front of the vehicle. he immediately pulled off the road and noticed that the front passenger side was leaning on the tire. he attempted…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln continental. while backing out of the driveway and accelerating forward, the contact heard a rubbing noise coming from the front of the vehicle. he immediately pulled off the road and noticed that the front passenger side was leaning on the tire. he attempted to change the tire and discovered that the coil spring failed and punctured the tire. the current mileage was 90,052 and failure mileage was 89,755. updated 02-12-08 bf * updated 02/12/08 *tr
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln continental. while backing out of the garage, the vehicle jerked. the contact continued to back up the vehicle and the tire blew out. he exited the vehicle and discovered that the driver side front coil spring failed and punctured the tire. the dealer was notified. the current mileage was 113,371 and failure mileage was 113,350. updated 01-29-08. *kb
- Suspension › Rear
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln continental. while driving 45 mph or greater, the vehicle veered to the right. the mechanic stated that the rear upper ball joint failed and the part was unavailable. the manufacturer stated that the wait could be 2-6 months. the contact felt that the wait…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln continental. while driving 45 mph or greater, the vehicle veered to the right. the mechanic stated that the rear upper ball joint failed and the part was unavailable. the manufacturer stated that the wait could be 2-6 months. the contact felt that the wait time for the part was unacceptable. the mechanic was able to locate one part; however, as of november 1, 2007, the mechanic had not repaired the vehicle. the current and failure mileages were 79,000.
- Exterior lighting
2001 lincoln continental condensation in front headlamp seal. Customer believes there IS something wrong with the seal. Manufacturer stated it was her responsibility to replace it. *kb the consumer IS seeking relief for repairs and or possible replacement if necessary and attached extended warranty. *tr updated 12/12/2007 *bf updated 12/12/07
- Seat belts
We are owners of a 2001 lincoln continental. My two young boys ages 2 and 4 were in their car seats on both sides of the rear seat, leaving the middle seat belt unused. My four year old had called me for help while I was driving over a bridge. I saw he was noosed around his neck by the middle belt…
We are owners of a 2001 lincoln continental. My two young boys ages 2 and 4 were in their car seats on both sides of the rear seat, leaving the middle seat belt unused. My four year old had called me for help while I was driving over a bridge. I saw he was noosed around his neck by the middle belt and pinned against the rear of the seat. the car has an automated locking position for safety . this turns out to be a danger. the belt would not release leaving me to have to run for help on the highway. I found a man who could help cut the belt and release my son. he was left with a full collar belt burn on his neck. be aware of this automated locking position. It almost cost my son his life. *jb
- Electrical system › Wiring · Unknown or other
Concerned about fires identifed as being caused by the hot wired cruise control switch as recently reported on twice on television. I am affraid to put cars in garage. There are no incidents. Can't proceed with this complaint without dates. cars: 2001 lincoln continental and 2004 sable LS
- Steering › Rack and pinion
I complained to the dealer at the time of oil change that the power steering pump was making a noise, and requested a check. they apparently did nothing, and each time I had the oil changed I would request a check. now that the car IS out of warranty they say the power steering pump IS faiing and I have been told that it will eventually lock up of not repaired. I am receiving no action from the dealer.
- Power train
While stopped transmission went into neutral, the floor-shifting module did not move. *bf attempts to place the shift into overdrive or 3RD gear failed. the consumer was informed that the problem could have been the front piston in which the plate was warped. the computer showed no problem, therefore they could not attempt to fix the problem. *sc
- Electrical system › Wiring
While driving, the consumer saw smoke coming from under the steering column. the driver pulled over and let the vehicle cool down. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who could not find a problem. please provide further details. *jb
- Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices
Problems seeing in the rear when backing up vehicle. *mr there was no vision when backing. (this occurred with the use of the mirrors) *scc *jb
- Suspension
Steel belts are showing in tire equipment.*mr both front driver and passenger tires showed inside wear making the steel belt visible. When the consumer went to change the tire, the jack bent and collapsed on the consumer. michelin p225/60r16 b. *ph
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
Consumer was having dashboard light problems. the element that lit the dashboard lights up broke. consumer called ford, and was told that the part he needed was on back order. this has been going on since july 2003. consumer insisted that this was dangerous because he could not see anything…
Consumer was having dashboard light problems. the element that lit the dashboard lights up broke. consumer called ford, and was told that the part he needed was on back order. this has been going on since july 2003. consumer insisted that this was dangerous because he could not see anything, did not know how fast he was traveling, when he was low on fuel or whether he was having problems with any part of the vehicle, including battery. *Ak
- Visibility › Windshield
Windshield cracked for no reason. Dealer states the defect IS called a stress fracture. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling
Vehicle suffered sudden acceleration when shifting from park into drive. Vehicle collides with a wall causing damage on the passenger side fender and head light. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. ph
- Electrical system › Ignition
I believe the intech system has failed. Car does not start. *ak
- Air bags › Side/window
Consumer states vehicle was involved in an accident. Vehicle was totalled and side air bags did not deploy. driver sustained injuries. *tt
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Engine seized up without warning. please provide any further information.*ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10018745Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
- 10014138Safety belt retraction speed.
- 10014086General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
- 10014062Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
- 10013369General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures.
- 10013321Am/fm and cellular phone reception interference - service tip.
- 10013116Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. Various models including 2004 f-series.
- 10013060Climate control a/c service tech tips.
- 10012964Am fm and cellular phone reception interference .
- 10011162Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. To include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
- 10011159Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
- 10009321Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns.
- 10008580Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock.
- 10008314Erratic operation of the cool/warm function of the temperature control system - repair procedure for stratification (secondary) temperature blend door.
- 10008272Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs).
- 10008183Groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector IS in park with the vehicle parked on an incline. This bulletin updates previous bulletin 17358, dated 11/01/2003 to include 2005 models.
- 10004886Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporative emission system.
- 10004027Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips.
- 10003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
- 10003744Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately diagnosed using the optional worldwide diagnostic system (wds) coil on plug (cop) kit. 2003 super duty f series included.
- 10003184Rattling or clunking noise from the front suspension under normal driving conditions.
- 10002780Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457.
- 10002684Torque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes p0741 or p1744 stored in memory. Models from 1996 to 2003.
- 10001950Rattling or clunking noise from the front suspension under normal driving conditions.
- 637765Some vehicles equipped with the electronic automatic temperature control (eatc) will not cycle the ai conditioner compressor when the floor mode IS selected.
- 637556Some vehicles equipped with an ax4n/4f50n transaxle may exhibit a shudder during a 3-4 shift.
- 636065Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines.
- 635992Hesitation, buck or surge during a steady state operation at 40-60 mph (64-96 km/h).
- 630515Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure.
- 630356Some vehicles may exhibit a park pullout clunk noise when shifting from park to another gear position.
- 630351Some vehicles may exhibit a groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector IS in park.
- 630095Subject regarding shudder while in reverse.
- 630001Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area.
- 627955Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation, stumble or stall during low speed parking maneuvers or after releasing the throttle following operation of the traction assist system.
- 627927Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174.
- 627774Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key does not fully return from start, a malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate with p0500, p1502 and u1039 stored in powertrian control module (pcm).
- 625715Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *Slc
- 623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *Slc
- 622813Some vehicles may exhibit an inoperative keyless entry keypad, interior lights staying on or turning on by themselves, erratic cycling of the door lock actuators or a hard start / no-start due to a discharged battery (due to interior lights staying on).
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