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2003 Lincoln Town CAR recalls and problems

1 recall and 201 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR.

1
recalls
201
owner complaints
14
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2003 Lincoln Town CAR recalls

Suspension: rear

NHTSA campaign 04V328000 · reported July 7, 2004 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 47,314 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain police, commercial, and passenger vehicles sold to fleets typically input higher loads into the vehicle chassis overloading the wheel bearings and axles.
The risk
This could lead to early bearing failure and ultimately to axle shaft fracture. In the event of axle shaft fracture, the vehicle would lose drive function and would coast to a stop. Loss of drive function could lead to a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear wheel bearings, seals,and axle shafts. The recall began on july 15, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 29, 2024 · Suspension

[…] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Jan 20, 2023 · Engine · 140,000 miles

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the vehicle experienced rough idling. Additionally, the headlights were flickering, and the alternator failed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the powertrain control module (PCM) was faulty and…

Jul 24, 2022 · Power train

I have had to replace wheel bearing and axle every few months because of premature wear and causing driving to be a safety concern. Once it wears thin, the car shakes and wobbles and the tire almost snapped off twice.

Jun 28, 2022 · Suspension · 155,000 miles

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated while his son was driving on the highway, the accelerator pedal was slightly released; however, the vehicle stopped instantly. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to drive to his destination safely. The vehicle was towed to the…

Jun 1, 2022 · Suspension

The rear-end failed does not have tempered axle There was a recall on 2003 lincolns with same problem but when I enter vin It does not pull anything up Lost control of car and had to be towed home have not had it to the dealer yet

Town CAR model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 8108118
2001 5161214
2002 065141
2003 1201140
2004 083183
2005 3119172
2006 2143121

Across all years, the 2003 Town CAR has the most complaints (201). All Lincoln Town CAR years →

Questions

Does the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR, the most recent reported on July 7, 2004 (Suspension: rear). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR?
Owners have filed 201 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (81 complaints), followed by power train (27).
How many 2003 Lincoln Town CAR complaints mention a crash or fire?
14 of 201 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 29, 2024.