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2009 LINCOLN Town Car

3 recalls Risk Grade: B+ Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #14V704000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The pinion shaft is a crucial part of your vehicle's steering system. It connects the rack and pinion to the wheels, allowing you to turn the steering wheel. In some Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, and Town Car models from 2005-2011, the pinion shaft may have been incorrectly repaired during a previous recall.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pinion shaft separates while driving, you could lose control of your vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect the upper intermediate steering shaft to make sure it was fixed correctly the first time. If it wasn't, they'll replace it for you – at no cost.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may not have been correctly performed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Improper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S25.
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Critical #13V385000 Plain English
Component

STEERING

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The steering system in your vehicle has a part called the lower intermediate shaft, which connects the steering gear to the steering column. Over time, this part can corrode severely, especially if you live in certain areas.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lower intermediate shaft corrodes too much, it can seize and cause the steering column to fail. This could make your steering wheel lock up, leaving you unable to steer your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the lower intermediate shaft with a new one, inspect the steering column for damage, and make any necessary repairs — all at no cost to you. They'll also install a retainer clip to prevent future issues. Schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Severe corrosion can seize the lower intermediate shaft which may cause the upper intermediate shaft to collapse and the steering column lower bearing to separate.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced as necessary. If the steering column lower bearing has separated, a retainer clip will be installed. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S08.
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Critical #10V638000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Manufacturer
EXECUTIVE COACH BUILDERS
What Happened
The fuel rail shield in your Lincoln Town Car limousine is a protective cover that keeps fuel lines safe during a crash. Unfortunately, it was left off during manufacturing in some 2008-2011 models.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in an accident and this shield is missing, the fuel lines could bend or break, leading to a fuel leak. If there's an ignition source nearby, this could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your dealer will provide the necessary parts and instructions to install the missing fuel rail shield, and they'll do it for free. You can choose a repair shop to do the work at your convenience.
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Original — What Happened
EXECUTIVE COACH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINES. THE FUEL RAIL SHIELD WAS LEFT OFF DURING MANUFACTURING. IN A FRONTAL IMPACT THE ENGINE COULD POTENTIALLY BEND OR RUPTURE FUEL LINES IF THE REPLACEMENT SHIELD IS NOT IN PLACE, CAUSING THOSE LINES TO LEAK FUEL.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
EXECUTIVE COACH WILL SUPPLY KITS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO HAVE VEHICLES REPAIRED AT A FACILITY OF THE OWNER'S CHOICE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT EXECUTIVE COACH AT 888-322-9272.
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Browse by Component

STEERING
2 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall

Other LINCOLN Town Car Years

2011
3 recalls
2010
3 recalls
2008
3 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
2 recalls
2005
3 recalls
2003
1 recall
2002
1 recall
2001
6 recalls
2000
9 recalls

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