CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Lincoln Town CAR has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 154 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 7 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (32 reports).
1998 Lincoln Town CAR recalls
Most common 1998 Lincoln Town CAR problems
Problem areas named in the 154 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 32 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 |
| Suspension | 21 |
| Visibility | 16 |
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Structure | 15 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 |
| Steering | 13 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 |
What owners report
all body frame has rust.
MAKES LOUD POPPING NOISE WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED TO THE EXTREME RIGHT OR LEFT WHETHER THE CAR IS BEING DRIVEN OR STANDING STILL. OCCASIONALLY, THE IGNITION WON'T TURN ON AND THE STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED, CLOSING THE ENTIRE SYSTEM.
THE CRUISE CONTROL MODULE STOPPED WORKING ON MY VEHICLE AND NOW I'M TOLD IT CAN'T BE REPLACED. SUBSEQUENTLY, THE RADIO & A/C STOPPED WORKING. THIS CRUISE CONTROL MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF IT'S ABILITY TO SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUST THE CAR IN FLAMES AS IT DID ON MY 1996 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHY DOESN'T THE GOVERNMENT ENFORCE THE RECALL LAWS? *TR
VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVER HEAT.ONCE IT GOT HOT, THE POWER OF CAR IS,WAS LOST. AFTER HAPPENING A FEW TIMES,I FOUND A VERY SMALL [PIN SIZE] HOLE IN THE THERMASTATE RECIEVING UNIT.THIS IS A PART OF THE MANIFOLD IT SELF. ALL ATTEMPS TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM HAS FAILED.! TRYING TO FIX THIS PROVED IMPOSSIBLE.THIS PART IS IN FACT MADE OF SOME TYPE OF PLASTIC.AS IT HEATS UP THE PLASTIC EXSPANDS, AND RE-OPENS THE HOLE,WHICH HAS NOW BECOME A CRACK. ALL EFFORDS TO FIND A SEALENT TO STOP THE LEAK,HAS FAILED. TO HAVE THIS CRACK REPAIRED MEANS THAT THE ENTIRE TOP OF THE MOTOR [MANIFOLD] MUST BE RE-PLACED. FORD RE-PLACED THE TERMASTATE HOUSING UNIT IN 2000-2001, WITH AN ALUMINUM PIECE,PROBLEM SOLVED.THERE ARE
I HAVE A 1998 LINCOLN TOWN CAR WITH LOW MILES (125,000). THE CHEAP PLASTIC THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD IS MADE OUT OF HAS CRACKED WERE THE HEATER HOSE CONNECTS IN THE BACK CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO NOT BE DRIVE-ABLE DUE TO OVERHEATING. *TR
1998 Lincoln Town CAR questions
Does the 1998 Lincoln Town CAR have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1998 Lincoln Town CAR: Vehicle Speed Control; Tires; Equipment:Mechanical:Integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Lincoln Town CAR?
Based on 154 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (32), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (21), Suspension (21).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Lincoln Town CAR has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.