Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While backing out of a parking space, the upper ball joints failed. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint), although the failures were identical. The contact paid for the repair work. The failure mileage was 137,000 and current mileage was 138,000.
2000 Lincoln LS suspension complaints
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Steering knuckle broke while driving car - was recalled by ford in 2000 for this very thing. Ford is saying the vehicle was repaired by the first owner but I don't think it ever was. Ford dealer used by me for repair said the other one was about to break too. Repaired both of them. I could easily have been killed. Had just pulled off the interstate. Probably would be dead if this had happened 5 minutes earlier.
A hollow thunking noise in the front end of my lincoln ls LED me to seek a diagnosis and repair estimate from 3 mechanics, including the dealership from which the car was purchased. All 3 agreed that the ball joints and suspension had failed to an extent that the car was "unsafe to drive." I used the middle estimate, offered by a highly reputable mechanic who specializes in high end cars, and spent nearly $2000. The replacement parts included 4 ball joints, 2 outer tie rods, and 4 sway bar links.
2000 lincoln ls ball joint failure at 65,000 miles. No incidents. Cost to repair $1400.
My 2000 lincoln ls had a safety recall regarding the lower control arm and ball joint assembly in 12/2000. My vehicle was inspected by the dealer at that time but no repair or replacement was done. In 2004, I had the vehicle repaired for a similar issue with the suspension and steering but the dealer did not notify me of any recalls that could have affected the suspension. Yesterday, 10/08/2008, I became aware of the recall from a retail store after trying to get my car to align properly, after several failed attempts. I contacted ford customer service at (800) 392-3673 to verify if there was a recall on my vehicle, in which they notified me that south pointe lincoln mercury inc at 945 motor city drive, colorado springs, co 80905, inspected the vehicle in 12/4/2000 but did not repair or replace any parts on the vehicle. I now have an unsafe vehicle that wanders on the road with the potential of my entire front suspension assembly falling off if I drive the car.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the front ball joint fractured and the front end of the vehicle fell to the ground. The front end was damaged. The road conditions did not have potholes and was not a factor. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and is currently being repaired. The federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint) is related to the failure. The failure occurred on july 25, 2008, and the contact has owned the vehicle for one year. The current and failure mileages were approximately 46,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While driving 30 MPH, the stud on the lower ball joints failed and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The front passenger side wheel detached and the vehicle was towed to his residence. He called the dealer and was advised to call ford motor company because they would provide him information about the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). Ford stated that the vehicle had previously been inspected for this recall. The current and failure mileages were 74,000.
At about 13,000 miles, my vehicle experienced a front ball joint fracture that resulted in a rather expensive repair to the car which is becoming more prone to such issues. Is this ball joint covered by any recall? If it might be, how do I look into it?
Normal driving.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. The vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance and the contact was informed that the front driver side lower ball joint needed to be replaced. He noticed that the vehicle felt differently while driving a week before the failure, but there were no other warning indicators. The contact was informed that the vehicle was repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front: control arm:lower ball joint) in 2000. The current and failure mileages were 65,100. Updated 08/04/08 *bf udpated
Noticed the cars right side was making a noise but brakes and tire was fine then the right side lower ball joint stud fractured just as the recall for this model says and did not result in a crash but could have.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While turning into a parking lot at 30 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly dropped to the ground. The contact looked under the vehicle and noticed that the front lower ball joints had fractured. The vehicle was towed to his residence and he discovered a recall for the same failure. The dealer informed him that his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle is still currently parked at his home and has not been repaired. The recall number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 120,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the front passenger side tire detached from the vehicle. The failure was caused by the separation of the front passenger side ball joints. The dealer has not been notified. The manufacturer stated that her VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The current and failure mileages were approximately 183,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While driving 45 MPH, the nut from the front passenger side lower ball joints detached from the vehicle. The contact is constantly tightening the nuts, but they continue to detach. The failure has been ongoing for quite some time. The contact discovered a recall; however, the dealer stated that the VIN was not included. She will have to repair the vehicle at her own expense. The recall number was unknown. The failure mileage was 160,000.
I just wanted to make your organization aware of this continued problem. On the 19th of december 2007 my daughters experienced a major breakdown with her 2000 lincoln ls. She was slowing to a stop sign when the passenger front wheel collapsed and the body of the car drop onto the tire. After having the car towed to a midas shop it was discovered that the ball joint nut had worked its way off of the bolt and the bolt then broke under the pressure. After talking with the mechanic staff at the midas shop, (who had never seen anything like this), I decided to look on your website for possible re-call issues for this problem. I was surprised to see that more than 83k of this year & model vehicle had been re-called. I then ran my daughter's car's VIN through the system only to find it had not been re-called. I would at this time like to report that her car as I'm sure others that were produced during the same time has the same defect or assembly oversight. Thankfully this incident did not result in an accident I would like to know what recourse mileage: 100677 response from ford motor company; we have reviewed your situation, and there are no warranties, recalls or customer satisfaction programs on your vehicle that would provide assistance for this repair.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While driving 35 MPH, the ball joint stud fractured and a gas line ruptured. The contact discovered the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front: control arm:lower ball joint); however, the ford dealer stated that the recall was closed. He filed a complaint with ford (case number 1626811557). The current and failure mileages were 82,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. The contact was experiencing failure with the lower ball joints. He heard a loud grinding and squeaking noise coming from the vehicle while driving 10 MPH. A mechanic at an auto repair shop stated that the lower ball joints were "shot" and could pose a serious threat if they were not replaced. The mechanic also stated that there was a recall for the failure; however, ford stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The current mileage was 66,000 and failure mileage was approximately 60,000. Updated 06/16/08
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While turning the vehicle at an unknown speed, the contact heard a loud wrenching sound. She took the vehicle to her husband's mechanic shop and was informed that the front driver side ball joint failed. She called the dealer to inquire about any recalls and they stated that none were available for her vehicle. The purchase date and powertrain were unknown. The failure mileage was 43,100 and current mileage was 43,600.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While driving at high speeds, the vehicle vibrates. There is uneven wear on both front tires and the vehicle pulls to the side. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and discovered that the front lower ball joints, knuckles, and stabilizer bar needed to be replaced. This vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The vehicle was inspected, but nothing was replaced or repaired. The current mileage was 113,575 and failure mileage was 113,563. Updated 05/13/08. *lj the consumer stated the vehicle pulls hard to one side, there is a vibration and knocking sound coming from both wheels. Updated
Whenever there is a pothole or bumps in the road, there is a clunking noise in the suspension. I was the told the ball joints needed replacing and an alignment needed. This was done but the problem remains. This is on a 2000 lincoln ls. The problem first occurred at around 50,000 miles. The ball joints and alignment were done at around 190,000 miles with no difference in the condition.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. Anytime the contact drove over rough surface, the vehicle would make some sort of clucking noise. The failure was noticed while driving 5 MPH. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 103,000 and failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 4/21/08 *cn updated 04/21/08
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. The contact heard a cracking and popping noise every time he turned the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but it was not covered under the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint). The vehicle was experiencing the same symptoms as stated in the recall. The current and failure mileages were 125,000. Updated 05/07/08
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. The front tires made a screeching noise whenever the vehicle turned left or right at 20 MPH. The steering wheel works perfectly fine. The vehicle was taken to an auto shop and the mechanic stated that the suspension around each ball joint failed. The contact later discovered a recall for that component. The manufacturer stated that the repair had already been performed by the previous owner. The vehicle has not yet been repaired. The failure mileage was 79,000 and current mileage was 82,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While making right and left turns at 15 MPH, the contact heard a grinding noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The steering felt loose. There were no warning indicators prior to the failures. The dealer stated that the front lower ball joints and control arms needed to be replaced. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was included in the recall; however, the recall was closed in december of 2000 because the vehicle was inspected. No repairs were made. The recall number was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 130,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While driving between 5-20 MPH, the contact heard a squeaking noise on the driver's side. The dealer stated that the lower ball joint needed to be replaced, but did not give an explanation. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 105,000.
My 2000 lincoln ls was taken in to get a misfire fixed. I noticed the front end of the vehicle felt loose, so I asked to have it looked at. The dealer said it was the ball joints and that they were a safety concern. To fix this problem, he said it would cost $1,200 dollars. Prior to taking my car to the dealer I read about the recall for the front end ball joints. When I told the dealership, they checked the computer and said my car did not qualify for the recall. I checked this out myself and found out there is a recall for that specific problem, however my VIN number is not included. This problem creating a great concern for me, and now fear driving my family and friends in this car. At this time I am unable to pay the $1200 to fix this problem. I believe that ford motor company should pay to have this safety problem fixed on my car.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. The contact heard a noise coming from the steering wheel while making left and right turns. Ford stated that there were no recalls; however, the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint) was found for that year, make, and model. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 106,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. While driving from 30 MPH, the vehicle's front end suspension had too much movement and the lower ball joints were loose. On august 22, 2006, a mechanic removed and replaced the upper right control arm and left and right stabilizer bar control link. Currently, the contact was informed that the lower ball joint assembly is loose and must be replaced. Her VIN does not apply to the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The current mileage was 84,700 and failure mileage was 83,000.
Safety defect.. Defective lower ball joints 2000 lincoln ls with 85,000 miles. While driving the car it pulls to the right and you feel unsafe steering the car. I am told it is so bad that if it completely fails it the wheel/s will separate from the car. Ford has since improved the part, a larger sized ball joint now 16mm vs. 14mm. Dealer repair quote @ $1100, $600 for the parts alone.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln ls. The air bag warning light illuminated. The dealer made an unknown repair, but the light illuminated again. While driving 5 MPH, the vehicle would shake. The dealer stated that all of the lower ball joints needed to be replaced. The VIN and engine size were unknown. The failure mileage was 80,000 and current mileage was 100,000.
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