Vehicle 3.8 liter with v6; head gasket failed at 77,000 miles . Maunfacturr will not cover head gasket even with the extended warranty.
1992 Lincoln Continental engine complaints
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Head gasket failure caused engine failure after loss of coolant.
This lincoln now has 147,000 miles on it . The head gaskets are leaking again, they were replaced 2 times already. Getting check dcl light, buzzer all the time, this was fixed once already. A/c still blows hot air. I will never buy a lincoln again.. I have spent to much money fixing fords reacurring problems.
Head gasket leak caused overheat, common problem, recall on other years, $1500 repair, if they know about this why won't they recall the 1992?
The 3.8 l v-6 engine should be recalled -represents potential catastrophic failure at high speed -is known defective design.
I have heard of a recall on the 90-91, and 94 models, but not on the 92. Also, our 92 was built in 11/91; would that recall be for model year 91, or all vehicles built in 91? I have seen numerous amounts of complaints on this engine and its head gasket plague. Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!. No safety defect discussed in summary.
I don't know if a blown head gasket is a safety problem. Maybe if the engine was to stall or quit and there was a loss of control, then personal liability would be a factor.
Engine head gasket is leaking fluid onto the engine compartment. Consumer has contacted dealer. Both head gaskets replaced at owner's expense, as well as both front air-leveling bags which were leaking and deteriorated. *ak
1994 I purchased a used 1992 continential still under factory warranty. In october 1996 with 64293 miles on vehicle, and out of warranty, the head-gaskets failed and had to be replaced at a cost of $1,521.66. I believe head gaskets should last at least 100k miles and that this engine had major problems known to ford motor co. As is evidenced by their tsb 98-4-9, for the 1988-94 3.8l engine. Please continue to pursue ford motor to honor this vehicle year, along with the progress you have made for later year vehicles with this engine.
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Ford's 3.8l engine has experienced many head gasket failures. My 1992 lincoln continental experienced a failed head gasket problem at 91,830 miles. Ford has extended engine warranties on later continentals. If there is a design flaw which is contributing to these failures, ford should have some responsibility in the repair costs for earlier models in addition to the later models that they are now covering.
Engine head gasket blew out which may cause vehicle to stall unexpectedly and may result in a crash. Dealer replaced the gasket at owner's expense. *ak due to gasket failure antifreeze leaked into cylinders causing rough idle.
Head gasket failed causing extensive engine damage due to over heating. Mjs
Air pump in which the air is in and the shock/struts broke, causing the vehicle to go down to the ground.
Motor mounts failed causing damage to the air conditioner system, recall component however owner was not notified of the recall, recent repair of the blown head gasket was possibly related to the recall component failure (92m77).
Ongoing problem with engine stalling. Vehicle has been inspected and repairs done by an independent repair shop on several occasions and problem still reoccurs. Can the federal safety agency provide any further information.
Began noticing gas smell in passenger compartment at higher air tempuratures. Dealership diagnosed problem with vapor return line and repaired using a "vapor return kit" provided by ford-lincoln. Was told that problem occurred most often at high air temperatures. Total repair cost was $329.30 (parts and labor). I feel that the gas smell posed a safety hazard to me and occupants; that it represents a manufacturing defect; and effects many vehicles.
Ford offered extended warranties covering 1993 and 1994 lincoln continentals with blown head gaskets. I'm filing this form concerning 1992 models to see if they should be included in the warranty program.
Possible engine failure resulting in fire. Mjs
Possible engine failure resulting in fire. Mjs
Blown head gasket, caused coolant to leak into cylinders and steam to come out ot tail pipes. Dealers estimated cost to repair $1500.
Subframe mounts/motor mounts broke/repaired prior to recall notification. Consumer states after repair he experienced steering problems(power steering fluid leakage, contaminated cooler pump), believes problems to be due to subframe mount breakage(states on recall notice steering problems may result if motor mounts break)(98v‑323).
Improper torque of the bolt underneath engine manifold is causing the head gasket to leak anti-freeze onto and out of engine, resulting in the engine running rough and without heat.
3.8l aluminum v6 failure after dealer ignored situation three times...now dealer claims head gaskets failed after notification
Head gasket failed on two occasions, recall on other model years.
Head gasket is failing.
Head gasket starting to fail causing exhaust to smell sweet from coolant leaking into exhaust, recall on head gasket however vehicle denied due to VIN #.
Vehicle started smoking while driving. Learned later that head gasket was broken.dealer notified and informed consumer vehicle was not under recall, and refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer.
The vehicle started to heat up while steam and smoke came out from under the hood. Dealer says there was a gasket blown.
The head gaskets blew out and the oil pan is leaking. The manufacturer and dealer has been notified.
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