1998 Lincoln Continental engine problems

14 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 14
of this car's complaints: 19%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Engine: gasoline
4
Cooling system
4
Exhaust system
3
Engine
3
Exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)
1
Exhaust system: emission control
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Lincoln Continental engine problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Lincoln Continental engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Stalling 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1998 Lincoln Continental owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 28, 2009 · Engine · KY

I was driving around 50 MPH when the spark plug blow out of the head of the motor. It caused the piston to smoke and it had a rattle.

Filed Feb 22, 2002 · Acceleration, Engine · VA

Vehicle was left in idle while it was parked, but then it started to rev up until it reached 1200 rpms, and then it got stuck on 3000 rpms contacted dealer.

Filed Jan 30, 2002 · Body, Electrical · PA

Consumer stated at 17,000 miles, the engine overheated and failed to continue operating, dealership examined the vehicle and made the necessary repairs to remedy problem, then on 26-sep-2001, engine was leaking oil from the right valve cover gasket which had to be replaced, also the water pump was leaking, the door ajar light on dashboard illuminated and would not go out leaving doors in the open position. *jg

Filed Dec 30, 2000 · Engine · CT

Cooling system failed 3 times concerned about taking vehicle on a long trip.

Filed Sep 29, 2000 · Acceleration, Brakes · NJ

Vehicle commenced to accelerate after applying brakes to slow down, and reoccurred again after shifting gear into reverse. Dealer was not notified at this time. *ak the vehicle stopped when put to neutral. The dealer replaced the air by pass valve.

Filed Sep 30, 1999 · Engine · FL

While traveling noticed smoke for the hood engine coolant was leaking . Dealer has been contacted, and cannot determine the cause of the problem, the problem still exisits. Please provide further information.

Filed Aug 9, 1999 · Engine · FL

Engine coolant leaks and bubbles up unto the engine compartment, which may cause a fire. Been to different dealers, and they cannot determine the cause of the problem. Please provide further information.

Filed Jul 30, 1999 · Engine · MD · fire

While making a u-turn consumer noticed smoke coming from the engine, vehicle was on fire. High pressure plastic line on top of engine cracked and fuel went out onto exhaust pipes and spark plug wires.

Filed Jul 22, 1999 · Engine · IA

Engine shuts down while driving. Engine fails to start. These events happen intermittently and after a breif wait it will general start. Like always this will not happen when the dealer can experance the event. Biggest conser is that power steering and power brakes fail with the engine when this takes place on the road at hiway speeds. Have been towed to the dealer and then always starts upon arrival.

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Engine · CA

Sensor failed causing vehicle to stall. Yh

Questions about the 1998 Lincoln Continental engine

Does the 1998 Lincoln Continental have engine problems?

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the engine of the 1998 Lincoln Continental, 19% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1998 Lincoln Continental engine problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Lincoln Continental engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Lincoln Continental have bad engine?

The Lincoln Continental model years with the most engine complaints are 1994 (87 complaints), 1993 (72 complaints) and 1991 (55 complaints).