1993 Lincoln Town Car
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1993 Lincoln Town Car. Newest first.
On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in an underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. as soon as repair parts are available (expected october 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. the recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The speed control deactivation switch can develop a resistive short in the electrical circuit that could potentially result in an underhood fire. a fire IS possible both when the vehicle IS running and when the vehicle engine IS off. also, the short could disable the speed control system or cause the brake light…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fire can originate in the left front underhood area.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new speed control deactivation switch and connector shell. owner notification began may 20, 1999.
Vehicle description: certain 1996-1999 ford crown victoria police, fleet, natural gas, and 1996-1999 lincoln town car limousine vehicles that were produced with a lower control arm ball joint containing a one piece bearing; and 1990-1996 ford crown victoria police, fleet, and ngv vehicles and 1990-1996 lincoln town car limousine vehicles that have been…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurs while the vehicle IS moving, reduced steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the lower control arm ball joints (2).
Improper installation of the rear brake line at the point at which the extended brake line first bends and extends over the left rear wheel area of the frame. If not installed with sufficient clearance, chafing of the brake line can occur in an area adjacent to the rear floor pan.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The rear brake line can leak or rupture resulting in reduced braking capability, loss of rear brakes, and/or loss of brake fluid reserves in the master brake cylinder.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake line for proper installation and/or damage and replace as necessary. Also a protective boot or sleeve over the brake line will be installed.
Owner complaints
176 complaints13 involved a crash57 involved a fire14 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
I was working on doing maintenance on my car. Next thing I know, there's a fire. I got it out quickly enough with the original extinguisher. The speed control harness, which had a recall at one point, IS burned and a brake line busted. 9F924 IS the number for the part. I do not know for certain if this was ever replaced. But it must have been hot enough to catch brake fluid on fire
- Electrical system · Power train
TL* the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. Once the vehicle was started, it began to make a jerking motion and all of the warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle stalled. The failures recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. While driving 60 mph, the contact observed smoke emitting from the driver side of the dashboard and the fuse box. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
The car had been driven like every other day.the car had been parked in my drive way for about 3 to 4 hours.i was inside my house when I heard someone honking outside.when I looked out the window the car was smoking from under the hood.i got my phone and called 911.by time the fire department showed up the car was already in flames. *kb
- Electrical system
I purchased a used 1993 lincoln town car on dec 17. On december 19 the vehicle caught fire in the garage. It had not been driven since purchase or stared. Fire caused severe damage to garage. Completely burned the car. Fire department came and the investigator stated it was speed control , since I just purchased the vehicle I was unaware of the recall. *Tr
- Exterior lighting
Brake lights went out so we replaced the bulbs to no avail. Replaced the fuse and fixed the brake lights. Drove car to work and back thursday 1/28/10. Parked car in driveway at 7PM. Awoken at 3AM to car engine completely in flames. Researched and found a recall nhtsa campaign ID #: 99v124000. damage to surrounding houses and nearby car. *Tr
- Electrical system
Dash control module that controls vehicle speedometer and odometer causes all the digital dash the flash like strobe lights. Driver can determine speed of vehicle and odometer records intermittently. D car also has a smell og burning wires or plastic. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
My 1993 lincoln town car caught fire and burned up. the car had been parked outside for several hours before he fire started. the ford company claimed (based only on pictures that I sent them) that there was too much fire damage to determine whether the fire was a result of a defective part…
My 1993 lincoln town car caught fire and burned up. the car had been parked outside for several hours before he fire started. the ford company claimed (based only on pictures that I sent them) that there was too much fire damage to determine whether the fire was a result of a defective part which had a recall.. the fire department's report, which I also provided to ford, states that the fire appeared to be an under the hood electrical fire. I received a notice from ford that the speed control deactivation switch was being recalled. the recall notice states that ford cannot be confident that over many years in service, the type of scds installed on my vehicle will not leak, posing the risk of an underhood fire. this condition may occur either when the vehicle IS parked or when it IS being operated, even if the speed control IS not used. yet, when I submitted my claim, I was told that the fire had caused too much damage to determine the cause and was asked to contact my insurance company. To my knowledge, the did not send anyone to inspect the car before making this determination because I had and still have the car in storage. this IS a request that my claim be reconsidered and that I be compensated for my losses in this matter. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
1993 lincoln town car cruise control would not turn off after applying brakes. while driving the vehicle for approximately 15 miles with the cruise control set at 55 mph I approached a red light and applied the break and the cruise control did not turn off. to avoid a collision the breaks were…
1993 lincoln town car cruise control would not turn off after applying brakes. while driving the vehicle for approximately 15 miles with the cruise control set at 55 mph I approached a red light and applied the break and the cruise control did not turn off. to avoid a collision the breaks were applied as hard as possible and I put the automatic transmission in neutral, whereas the engine rpm raced but the vehicle stopped accelerating. after the light turned green I put the vehicle back in drive and preceded to the curb where I again put the vehicle in park and turned off the engine. I inspected the throttle and cruise control linkage and found nothing out of the ordinary. I disconnected the cruise control linkage and was able to start the vehicle and the engine idled normally. when I attempted to put the vehicle in drive the transmission would not shift out of park. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic and upon his inspection his only finding was a blown fuse for the brake lights. he changed the fuse and the transmission would now shift out of park. he test drove the vehicle and used the cruise control without any abnormal anomalies. *Tr
- Electrical system · Fuel system, gasoline · Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. after parking the vehicle, the contact heard a popping noise and noticed flames shooting out from the front passenger and driver's side wheel wells. seconds later, the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames. the fire and police department arrived and…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. after parking the vehicle, the contact heard a popping noise and noticed flames shooting out from the front passenger and driver's side wheel wells. seconds later, the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames. the fire and police department arrived and the fire was extinguished. a fire report was filed and there were no injuries. the fire marshall stated that the fire was probably caused by an electrical failure. the contact was advised to call the ford/lincoln manufacturer and file a complaint. the failure mileage was 75,000. updated 06/10/09 *bf the consumer mailed in recall letter regarding the vehicle speed control deactivation switch and the part was installed march 12, 2008. The fire department stated the fire may have been a result of a fuel leak. Updated 06/11/09.*jb
- Vehicle speed control
Vehicle engine burst into flames after being parked and shut off for about 5 minutes. fire investigator believes a possible cause could be a defective cruise control switch (ford issued a recall regarding this issue. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control) and immediately scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle repaired. he took the vehicle to the dealer and had the cruise control switch deactivated.…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control) and immediately scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle repaired. he took the vehicle to the dealer and had the cruise control switch deactivated. the technician stated that they would notify the contact when the parts became available. as a consequence of having the speed control switch disconnected, he was unable to utilize a feature that was extremely significant while traveling long distances. ford never called him back. the contact called consecutively over the next couple of months to have the vehicle properly repaired. out of frustration, he sold the vehicle. eight months after the sale of the vehicle, the contact was notified that the parts were available. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 203,000.
- Vehicle speed control
1993 lincoln town car recall for speed control. Consumer states that he took the vehicle to the dealer and the vehicle has yet to be repaired. Consumer has been told for five months that the parts are not in yet. *kb
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a ford recall notice for the vehicle speed control in august of 2007. he has been informed every month thereafter that the part would be available the following month. there had been no failure to date. the recall number and purchase date were unknown. the current miles 56,000. updated 3/11/08 *cn updated 03/11/08 *tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a ford recall notice regarding the vehicle speed control in september of 2007. the dealer informed him that there were no parts available for the recall repair. the cruise control switch was deactivated in order to prevent a…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a ford recall notice regarding the vehicle speed control in september of 2007. the dealer informed him that there were no parts available for the recall repair. the cruise control switch was deactivated in order to prevent a possible fire. the contact has since been given at least 3 or 4 different dates as to when the parts will arrive. he IS very dissatisfied with ford's response. there had been no failure to date. the recall number was unknown. the current mileage was 97,000.
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control: cruise control). the dealer stated that the parts would be available in november of 2007. he called them a second time and was informed that the parts…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control: cruise control). the dealer stated that the parts would be available in november of 2007. he called them a second time and was informed that the parts would not be available until possibly march of 2008. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage was 147,000. updated 01/29/08 *bf
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a recall notice for the vehicle speed control: cruise control in august of 2007. the deactivation switch was disconnected; however, the parts were unavailable. on october 17, 2007, the manufacturer stated that the parts would be…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a recall notice for the vehicle speed control: cruise control in august of 2007. the deactivation switch was disconnected; however, the parts were unavailable. on october 17, 2007, the manufacturer stated that the parts would be available in november of 2007. the contact has since notified local dealers and the parts are still currently unavailable. there had been no failure to date. the recall number was unknown. the current mileage was 108,000. updated 01-14-08. *kb the consumer stated the part was removed, but not replaced. Updated 01/11/08
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). the speed control switch was disconnected, but the part for the recall repair was unavailable. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage was 124,000. Updated 03/14/08. *lj
- Vehicle speed control
1993 lincoln town car caught fire from the cruise control. consumer stated she received a recall in august 2007 about the failure. Her car caught fire in december of 2002. Consumer would like to know if there IS any way to recoup her loss. *kb
- Vehicle speed control
1993 lincoln town car recall for speed control. Consumer states that he has not been able to get the repairs since november 2. *kb
- Vehicle speed control
1993 lincoln town car caught fire under the hood. Customer states that he wants the money for the car and the towing and storage fees for his vehicle. He states the fire report mentions a defective speed control switch. *kb *jb
- Electrical system
My 1993 town car caught fire while parked for two days. It burned down the gaaraaaage it was parked in and caught fire the two other neighbors car aand the condo complex where I was visiting. I have witnesses that say they saw the fire staaart from my ford town car. My insurance sent an expert to…
My 1993 town car caught fire while parked for two days. It burned down the gaaraaaage it was parked in and caught fire the two other neighbors car aand the condo complex where I was visiting. I have witnesses that say they saw the fire staaart from my ford town car. My insurance sent an expert to dig through the ruble and found the defective ignition switch. Ford said my town caar vin number was not one to be recalled. Now I am being sued by the condo complex for parking my car in the garage. *tr
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact noticed smoke coming from the air conditioning vent when she started the vehicle. within minutes, the vehicle burst into flames. an insurance claim was filed, but the cause of the fire has not been determined. the vehicle IS currently…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact noticed smoke coming from the air conditioning vent when she started the vehicle. within minutes, the vehicle burst into flames. an insurance claim was filed, but the cause of the fire has not been determined. the vehicle IS currently parked at the contact's residence. the manufacturer stated that they will not file a complaint or provide any assistance because she filed a claim with her insurance company. a police and fire report was filed. the current and failure mileages were 123,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact stated that the brakes feel spongy and the vehicle feels as if it will not stop when the brakes are applied. she must continuously add brake fluid to the vehicle, but it leaks out. nhtsa recall number 95v133000 (service brakes…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact stated that the brakes feel spongy and the vehicle feels as if it will not stop when the brakes are applied. she must continuously add brake fluid to the vehicle, but it leaks out. nhtsa recall number 95v133000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) was referenced. the speed was unknown. the current mileage was 125,000 and failure mileage was 117,000.
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact parked the vehicle in the garage and approximately fifteen minutes later, the vehicle caught fire and destroyed his home. the contact's wife suffered several burns and the contact found recall # 99v124000 (electrical system). the contact has pictures, fire reports, and police reports. the current and failure mileages were 92,000.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Speed control deactivation switch fires
Based on the low rate of fire incidents (2.5 incidents per 100,000 vehicles sold) where failure of the scds IS involved and the age of the vehicles ? 7 to 11 years ? A safety-related defect trend has not been identified and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this…
Based on the low rate of fire incidents (2.5 incidents per 100,000 vehicles sold) where failure of the scds IS involved and the age of the vehicles ? 7 to 11 years ? A safety-related defect trend has not been identified and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.for additional information, see the attached closing report.
- Fuel-fed fires
The fars data shows that the risk of fire from impact in all directions in the subject vehicles IS the same as all other sedans.the subject vehicles are not over represented with respect to the risk of fire in real-world high-energy crashes.a further discussion of issues related to post crash fires in the subject…
The fars data shows that the risk of fire from impact in all directions in the subject vehicles IS the same as all other sedans.the subject vehicles are not over represented with respect to the risk of fire in real-world high-energy crashes.a further discussion of issues related to post crash fires in the subject vehicles IS set out in the closing report for sq 01-014 and that report IS in the docket for this petition.after reviewing the petition and its supporting materials, as well as information furnished by ford and gm, and information within the agency's possession from previous investigations and other related actions,nhtsa has concluded that futher investigation concerning post-crash fires in the subject vehicles IS not likely to lead to a decision that the vehicles contain a safety defect.
- Post rear end collision fires
There is no summary currently available
- Engine compartment fires
- Under hood fires
Alleged that the engine compartment fires on the driver's side in the area of the left front wheel well and the brake master cylinder
- Under hood fires
Alleged engine compartment fires on the driver's side in the area of the left front wheel well and the brake master cyliner.
- Hood fly-up while driving
There is no summary currently available
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.
- 10026401Ford/lincoln mercury: certain 1992-2001 model year crown victoria, grand marquis, and town car vehicles registered in the states of wisconsin and connecticut upgrade modifications for high speed rear impacts.
- 10013060Climate control a/c service tech tips.
- 10004027Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips.
- 10003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
- 6092191Some cars equipped with factory installed moonroof may exhibit a booming or buffeting noise while traveling at speeds greater than 40 mph when the moonroof IS open.
- 6090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems.
- 6090082Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement.
- 6089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses.
- 3020103Unknown
- 636080Transfer service tips for the front wiper motor mount bracket and depressed park output arm.
- 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.
- 627791Parts and procedure to reduce the potential of fuel tank punctures during rare and extremely high-speed rear impacts.
- 625715Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *Slc
- 623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *Slc
- 622660This information IS a supplement to the wiper system service information provided in the workshop manuals. This service information IS intended as an aid to assist in diagnosis and repair of erratic wiper system conditions.
- 619424Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5W-20 motor oil.
- 619299Information on replacing fuel tank strap bolts.
- 618546Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips.
- 616522Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system.
- 613335Subject regarding a new transmission case and main control released for service on aode / 4r70w transmissions.
- 613234Information regarding tsb 98-5a-12 (transaxle/transmission/transfer case-vehicles towed behind recreational vehicles-recommended guidelines) does not list towing information for certain model vehicles. *Mjs
- 612468Information regarding heated backglass repair processes.
- 612324Subject pertaining to heated backglass repair processes.
- 612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *Mjs
- 609598Some vehicles equipped with factory installed moonroof may exhibit a booming or buffeting noise while traveling at speeds greater than 40 mph when the moonroof IS open.
- 608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda.
- 607411Concerns with vehicles exhibiting a torque converter shudder.
- 606508Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock.
- 606460Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump.
- 606420Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year.
- 605810Subject regarding ignitition system test success story.
- 605562Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment.
- 603695Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system.
- 601343A new silicone gasket and sealant.
- 601341Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio.
- 601312Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system.
- 601271Vehicles may experience torque converter clutch shudder or vibration.
- 601269Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability.
- 601264Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment.
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