Lincoln Continental 1985
Model Continental made in 1985 by Lincoln got 18 consumer complains, 4 investigations there are 2 recalls as well as 20 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. The car had some investigations: service brakes, hydraulic, suspension. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, hydraulic, suspension. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.4l, 5.0l.
Model 1985
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.4L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 23/29/25 | 25/37/29 | D | $ 720 | 5 | 84 831 |
| ( 5.0L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 16/23/18 | 17/30/21 | Regular | $ 1042 | 5 | 84 815 |
| ( 5.0L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 16/23/18 | 17/29/21 | Regular | $ 1042 | 5 | 84 815 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 86V109000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 08/01/1984 to 02/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 38000 | 08/11/1986 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 08/08/1986 | 08/13/1986 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Under certain conditions, contacts in brake system relay could remain closed, causing the brake pump motor to run continuously, causing it to overheat and eventually fail. consequence of defect: should the brake supply motor fail, the power assist to the front brakes will be lost, and after about 10 to 15 normal brake stops, loss of rear brake function will result, causing increased stopping distance. however, the instrument brake warning light will illuminate prior to reduced braking capability and if warning is not heeded, an accident may occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace pump motor relays. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes. vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with a brake system supply motor hydraulic rear brakes and power assist front brakes. | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 85V040000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 11/01/1984 to 03/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 19200 | 03/30/1985 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 04/09/1985 | 04/17/1985 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | A malfunction may occur in the air suspension electrical circuitry. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A wire to the air suspension compressor could overheat creating a potential for a fire, primarily when parked and key is removed. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace control module with a newly designed module. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vechicle description: passenger cars. system: air suspension control module. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 98246 | 12/07/1998 | 604059 | Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc | 03/16/1999 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| 99222 | 10/18/1999 | 6089681 | Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt | 02/11/2000 | |
| 96246 | 11/18/1996 | 50905 | Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 9874 | 04/13/1998 | 601343 | A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc | 07/24/1998 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 9864 | 03/30/1998 | 601312 | Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt | 07/21/1998 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| 99196 | 09/20/1999 | 6090087 | Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt | 03/08/2000 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 99152 | 07/26/1999 | 608431 | Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt | 01/05/2001 | |
| 0015 | 01/10/2000 | 612203 | Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs | 06/06/2000 | |
| 9888 | 04/27/1998 | 601238 | Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc | 07/10/1998 | |
| 97511 | 03/03/1997 | 51945 | Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd | 07/17/1997 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER | |||||
| 96249 | 11/18/1996 | 50908 | Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| 962612 | 12/16/1996 | 50997 | Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 95212 | 10/01/1995 | 46478 | The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par | 04/25/1996 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| 985A13 | 03/18/1998 | 601012 | The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| 9562 | 03/01/1995 | 39900 | Roughness concern during brake application. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9566 | 03/01/1995 | 3020102 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| BC5015950601 | 06/01/1995 | 42072 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 01157 | 08/06/2001 | 623988 | Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc | 10/31/2001 | |
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||||
| 01156 | 08/06/2001 | 623944 | Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc | 10/31/2001 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||||
| 96221 | 10/21/1996 | 50940 | Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| PE86067 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/29/1986 | 09/09/1986 | BRAKE FAILURE | 86V108000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE86067 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/29/1986 | 09/09/1986 | BRAKE FAILURE | 86V109000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE88100 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/06/1988 | 04/17/1989 | ABS FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| PE93036 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 04/12/1993 | 08/04/1993 | AIR SUSPENSION FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| Vehicle stalls out with no warning at any given time. tt | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 1 | |||
| Ignition switch failure caused fire. | |||
| 12/31/1995 | |||
| Vehicle was parked, saw smoke near ignition switch and vents, under the dash, vehicle completely burned. *ak | |||
| 01/17/1996 | |||
| Electrical short or shock in the vehicle, causing the vehicle to catch on fire. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle fire. | |||
| 11/24/1995 | 4 | ||
| Engine fire. *dsh | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 06/27/1996 | 7 | ||
| Vehicle fire. *sd | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING | |||
| 06/08/1995 | 8 | ||
| Driver's seat belt failed twice. *skd | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 12/12/1995 | |||
| The abs light comes on and when the car is stopped the vehicle will lose brakes and roll foreward and the owners foot will still be on the brake pedal. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Antilock brakes failed prior to recall. *sd | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC | |||
| 06/01/1997 | |||
| Brakes: light indicator for power brake system relay remains on, indicating the brake pump is running continuously. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 04/28/1999 | 04/01/1999 | ||
| My lincoln continental caught fire under the hood. all indications are that this was caused by a defective air suspension contol module. i understand that there was a recall (nhtsa 85v04) to replace this part on 1985 linclon manufactured from 11/84 to 3/85. when i called ford motor company's customer assistance center, i was advised, on more than one ocassion, that my vehicle was not a part of any recall. however, i have since determined and ford's research group has confirmed that my vehicle was manufactured on 3/6/85. this indicates to me that ford motor company failed to recall my vehicle in error. the fire was a result of this error. my car is not driveable as a result of the fire. i am requesting that ford motor company rectify this situation by either fully repairing my vehicle or by reimbursing me the full retail market value that it will cost to replace the vehicle (along with any other expenses i have incurred as a result of the fire). the car is available for examination at my residence. please advise me as to how to proceed from this point to get a timely resolution to my problem. thanks, in advance for your timely reply. | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||
| 04/08/1995 | |||
| The front and rear shock when car is park shock are down when driving come back up. tt | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||
| 04/28/1999 | 1 | ||
| A faulty air suspension control system caused fire in engine compartment resulting in total loss of the vehicle. yh | |||
| 04/28/1999 | 1 | ||
| Poorly designed air suspension module failed resulting in vehicle fire. module was recalled (85v04), but consumers vehicle was not included. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||
| 04/08/1995 | |||
| The front and rear shock when car is park shock are down when driving come back up. tt | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 02/13/2002 | |||
| Pe 020; while traveling 60mph on interstate and without prior warning right rear tire separated. firestone, p22570r/15. consumer will fill further information. *ak | |||