While driving headlights go off. Consumer mentioned a recall, however, none was found. Recall for 108 headlight manual.
1993 Lincoln Continental: headlights failing or too dim
13 of the 120 complaints about the 1993 Lincoln Continental describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
Intermittently headlights go out for brief intervals. A recall has been issued on make and model. However, this vehicles was not included due to VIN.
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.
Recall 98v009000, headlights malfunctioned while in use, causing visual difficulty and may result in a crash. Dealer repairred the recall, but did not fix the problem. In cold weather the problem still occurs. Please provide further information.
The headlights go off for no apparent reason. The headlights do not come back on until consumer jiggles the headlight switch. The dealer was called about the problem. The problem has not been corrected. Owner was told by manufacturer that VIN # was not included in recall # 98v09000 ford/headlight circuit breaker.also high/low beam not working properly, and occasional problem with signal lights.
Intermittently headlights flash on/off and will be out for brief intervals/ a recall has been issued on the vehicle make/model. However ,this vehicle was not included.
Headlights operate erratically. Headlights flash on and off as described in the federal safety agency recall campaign 98v009000, but this vehicle was not included in the recall. Dealer has been contacted.
Consumer complained of dealer not honoring manufacturer's recall notice # 98-s-98, headlights, sent on may 8,1998. Dealer been informing consumer of not having the parts. Consumer would like to know how much longer must he wait until something could be done.
Consumer took in for recall involving the headlights, vehicle was repaired but problem reoccurred. Headlight switch was replaced, but connector was not.
The headlights overheat and cut on and off every other minute. Dealer says not included in recall.
Head lamp switch and connector failed, causing temporary light failure, resulting in poor visibility.
Headlights have gone out three times before while driving, two times the headlights came back on and have to turn on the lights on the inside to see the road. Please describe details.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights: switch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The headlights can flash intermittently as a result of the circuit breaker opening. The vehicle's headlights can go out for brief intervals.
- Risk
- Loss of headlights during vehicle operation can affect a driver's ability to navigate the roadway and reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a headlight switch that incorporates a cricuit breaker of revised design and installation of a wiring harness connector and wiring, if needed.
Recall number 98V009000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1993 Lincoln Continental headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 1993 Lincoln Continental?
13 of 120 owner complaints about the 1993 Lincoln Continental (11%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1993 Lincoln Continental?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1993 Lincoln Continental
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