Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 042111 | 11/01/2004 | 10013381 | Malfunction indicator lampand p0460 dtc in memory. *eh | 04/18/2005 | |
| 18383 | 01/01/2005 | 10013321 | Am/fm and cellular phone reception interference - service tip. *tt | 04/14/2005 | |
| 04174 | 09/06/2004 | 10013116 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series. *tt | 04/08/2005 | |
| 041515 | 08/09/2004 | 10011160 | Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0442. *tt | 01/06/2005 | |
| 18222 | 10/01/2004 | 10010733 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0460 in continuous memory. oasis. *tt | 12/07/2004 | |
| 17828 | 05/01/2004 | 10008573 | Various intermittent/constant electrical concerns. *tt | 08/05/2004 | |
| 17809 | 05/01/2004 | 10008568 | A no crank/no start. connector c192 or c146 not fully connected. *tt | 08/05/2004 | |
| 16379 | 11/01/2002 | 10008318 | Battery lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1246 under investigation (qsf). *tt | 07/27/2004 | |
| 17745 | 05/01/2004 | 17791 | 10008241 | Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1233 with possile driveability or no start condition. *tt | 07/23/2004 |
| 0476 | 01/01/2004 | 10008204 | Noise-climate control-register vent rattle with a/c blower on. *mj | 07/23/2004 | |
| 17891 | 06/01/2004 | 10008270 | Parking aid system disabled with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) c1123 or c1983. *tt | 07/23/2004 | |
| 17876 | 06/01/2004 | 10008266 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0442 or p0456. *tt | 07/23/2004 | |
| 17533 | 02/01/2004 | 10008105 | Air bag light on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b2477 - programmable module installation (pmi) service tip. *mj | 07/22/2004 | |
| 03203 | 10/13/2003 | 0398 | 10004886 | Malfunction 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. *tt | 01/14/2004 |
| 17101 | 09/01/2003 | 10004044 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) light on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p1405 or p1406 with no other dtcs. *tt | 11/17/2003 | |
| 03191 | 09/29/2003 | 10004031 | Inoperative engine cooling fan, diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0480 (fan 1 control circuit) and/or engine overheat condition. *tt | 11/14/2003 | |
| 03181 | 09/15/2003 | 10004027 | Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt | 11/14/2003 | |
| 03142 | 12/08/2003 | 03142 | 10003742 | Battery warning lamp on with a diagnostic trouble code p1246 (generator load input failed) in the powertrain control module (pcm). *tt | 10/29/2003 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 07/12/2008 | 29000 | 1 | 12/12/2005 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 lincoln town car. the contact has had two alternators installed in her vehicle within the last six months. this does not include the one that came with the vehicle at the time of purchase. while driving 30 and 60 mph, the vehicle will lose power and the engine shuts off. in addition, the power steering and brakes fail. all of the instrument panel indicators flash on and off at the time of the failure. occasionally, the vehicle will take a minute before restarting. the vehicle is currently at the dealer, but they could find no failures. the contact would have to pay $90 per hour for a diagnostic. the failure mileage was 29,000. updated 03/09/09. *lj the alternator was replaced due to it overcharging. the battery was replaced as well. the trunk would not close properly. updated 03/10/09. *jb | |||
| 08/20/2008 | 90880 | 1 | |
| Vehicle has wiring problem for brake lights,turn signals,bulbs & fuses blow it has occurred at least approx every nine months told problem is always bulb or fuse however they mainly always tamper with the wiring this problem has existed since 2003. *tr | |||
| 05/02/2005 | 153600 | 25 | 02/02/2005 |
| When vehicle engine is running and turn signals are actuated, the digital dash, turn signals, and air conditioner cuts off. additionally, steering effort increases substantially, abs cycles off and back on when the power is restored. the duration may be momentary (less than 5 seconds) or last for a minute or longer. frequency is 80+ percent of the time when the turn signals are engaged (left or right). i have had another ford vehicle which gave problems with this multi-function switch also. ford has a poorly designed turn signal-windshield wiper-washer switch compounded by the fact power is shunted through this switch all the time, causing overheating and premature failures. this lincoln is not an incomplete vehicle. the last line of the vehicle detaill form needs a 2nd alternative or webmaster needs to provide for the default choice (--). | |||
| 05/01/2003 | 8000 | 1 | 08/19/2002 |
| The fuel gauge read the amount of fuel improperly. the dealer stated there was no solution for the problem. *ak the engine light stayed on, the seat belt light flashed, (even when the seat belts were in use) towncar/cartier *scc also the display did not work on the dash board. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 04/30/2007 | 73000 | 1 | 01/20/2007 |
| Tl* the contact owns a 2003 lincoln town car. when the key was placed into the ignition it would not engage and the steering wheel will not lock. the failure has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the current and failure mileage were 73000. *ak | |||