With investigation seems to be common problem, can be dangerous could coast into intersection and be unable to move. With practice can be overcome by reving engine while coming to a stop. Why no recall was made when ford knew about the problem still a mystery.
1994 Lincoln Continental acceleration problems
11 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Cruise control2
- Accelerator pedal1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Lincoln Continental acceleration problems in other years
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 3.8l engines and originally sold or currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, iowa, idaho, illinois, indiana, kansas, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, north dakota, nebraska, new hampshire, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, south dakota, vermont, wisconsin, and wyoming. Water can accumulate within the speed control cable conduit. If enough water accumulates, it could freeze within a low area of the cable routing when exposed to a long term cold soak at temperatures at least several degrees below freezing.
- Risk
- Driver control of vehicle speed using the speed control system or the accelerator control system would be diminished increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add a boot to the speed control cable.
Recall number 97V025000 · Recall details
What 1994 Lincoln Continental owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle decelerates while traveling causing driver to turn the vehicle off completely. However, the vehicle will start, but would not go into reverse / forward. The transmission failed and had to be replaced.
Air sensor, idle sensor and engine computer replaced. Mjs
Cruise control malfunctioned due to the "off" button not work properly, and causing vehicle to accelerate unexpectedly which almost caused an accident. Please provide further information and VIN#.
While traveling the engine idles without indications.please provide further information.
Vehicle experienced failure of recall component prior to notice, after recall work performed failures continued, idle problems. (recall campaign # 97s65)
Vehicle does not immediately respond when gas pedal is depressed. Then, after hesitation, it will lunge forward. Dealer contacted, and was aware of the problem. Stated no recall listed, and problem cannot be remedied. Problems still exists. Provide further information.
When the car comes to a stop, it lunges upward/forward about 3 to 4 times. Also, it feels like the front left side axle is bouncing around. Ak
Put vehicle in reverse to back into garage vehicle moved forward. Tried to put in park still moved forward, then hit brakes no brakes. Hit vehicle, tried steering left to keep from hitting car. Finally hit emergency brake vehicle came to a stop.
Moisture in throttle cable froze, causing cruise controls 'resume' function to activate, resulting in vehicle accelerating uncontrollably.
Questions about the 1994 Lincoln Continental acceleration
Does the 1994 Lincoln Continental have acceleration problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the acceleration of the 1994 Lincoln Continental, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Lincoln Continental acceleration problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Lincoln Continental acceleration?
Yes, 1 recall: 97V025000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Lincoln Continental have the most acceleration problems?
The Lincoln Continental model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1990 (14 complaints), 1998 (13 complaints) and 1994 (11 complaints).
Other 1994 Lincoln Continental problems
Engine 87Suspension 29Transmission 20Brakes 17Body 15Electrical 15Lights 14Visibility 10Steering 9Airbags 7Fuel system 6Tires 3Wheels 3Locks 1Seat belts 1
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