The vehicle overheated, and smoke emitted from the tailpipe, coolant leaked due to blown head gasket. The dealer was notified. Mr *ph
1993 Lincoln Continental: engine overheating
9 of the 120 complaints about the 1993 Lincoln Continental describe engine overheating.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 10 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Engine overheating by model year
What owners say
The described vehicle evidently had a water pump go out. The vehicle gauge never indicated vehicle was hot, so there was no warning when the vehicle overheated and quit running. While traveling 65 MPH on interstate 70, we lost braking and steering capacity and were fortunate not to have to brake or maneuver aggresively. There were 4 persons in the vehicle who can attest that the warning system did not work.
At 28,835 miles head gasket failed ,causing no- heat in vehicle, and vehicle was overheating. *ak the manufacturer was aware of the head gasket problem but had nothing to correct it.
Head gasket failure in a 3.8l v6 engine causes vehicle to run rough, white smoke to come from tail pipe,coolant leakages, and overheating. Manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle's VIN was not covered under recall. *ak
Vehicle experienced several engine problems, engine has been replaced 2 times, head gasket blew at 53419 miles and again at 68564 miles, check engine light illuminated, engine overheated, antifreeze was in tailpipe and oil in radiator, motor mounts broke 11/95 with 28005 miles. Consumer stated it was noisy while turning steering wheel, dealer replaced tie rod end. Air conditioner was inoperable due to manifold set and accumulater rusted through. Tape player ate tapes. Wipers would not park, dealer replaced wiper motor and wire harness. Dealer replaced headlight switch and terminal.
Head gasket failure - car has been well maintained - has never overheated - occured at only 62500 miles
Engine cooling system overheated, causing the head gaskets to blow out. Consumer also states that the vehicle not included in recall number 97v019000. Also, battery blew up, and engine cooling system fan was not working, replaced fuse.
Engine block cracked, coolant leaking from head gaskets. Occurred as a result of sudden rough idling. Dealer can provide no explanation but recommends the purchase/installation of new engine block.
The headlights overheat and cut on and off every other minute. Dealer says not included in recall.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered...
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system
- A new silicone gasket and sealant
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system
- Concerns with coolant may leak from the head gaskets and / or the vehicle may overheat
- Information regarding the the availability of the revised headgasket for coolant loss conditions on some...
- Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- What is wrong
- These vehicles are originally sold or currently registered in the following states: alaska, iowa, minnesota, nebraska, north dakota, and south dakota. The vehicles involved are 1992-1994 tempo/topaz vehicles with 3.0l engines; 1994 tempo/topaz with 2.3l engines; 1992-1995 taurus/sable with 3.8l engines; 1994-1995 taurus/sable with 3.0l engines and 1992-1994 lincoln continental vehicles with 3.8l engines. During high winds, heavy, blowing and drifting snow, and low temperatures, the engine cooling fan can become blocked or frozen with snow. The fan motor may not rotate and could overheat.
- Risk
- This condition can cause smoke or flames from the fan and/or shroud, the fan electrical wiring, or the fan motor resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an electrical jumper harness containing an automatic resetting circuit breaker to protect the fan motor low speed circuitry from overheating.
Recall number 97V019000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1993 Lincoln Continental overheating
Is engine overheating a common problem on the 1993 Lincoln Continental?
9 of 120 owner complaints about the 1993 Lincoln Continental (8%) mention engine overheating. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1993 Lincoln Continental?
There is 1 recall and 10 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1993 Lincoln Continental
Headlights 13Engine failure 6Check engine light 5Door locks 5
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