Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 20 MPH, the contact heard a screeching noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Upon further inspection, he noticed that the rear driver's side wheel subframe was rusted, which caused the lower control arm to fail. The vehicle was towed and the tow driver observed that the opposite rear frame also failed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the subframe was rusted out. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact would not provide compensation because the warranty was expired. The failure mileage was 76,000.
2001 Lincoln LS suspension complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While making a turn at approximately 5 MPH, there was an unexpected loss of power steering ability. The driver experienced extreme difficulty maneuvering the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road with caution. Roadside assistance was called to the scene and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for inspection. The technician stated that the failure was contributed to the lower ball joint. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension: front:control arm:lower ball joint), although the failures were identical. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 100,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 65 MPH uphill, the front passenger side tire detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and the lower control arm on the passenger side was repaired. Six months later, while making a left turn, the front end of the vehicle dropped to the ground on the driver's side. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and the knuckle on the driver side was replaced. The contact was advised to have the bushes on the lower control arm replaced as well. The VIN was not included in any recalls. The current mileage was 141,600 and failure mileage was 141,560.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While parking, the vehicle stopped moving completely without warning. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the control arm fractured. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint); therefore, they would not assume responsibility for any repairs. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 95,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. On march 31, 2009, while driving approximately 25 MPH, the contact noticed that the steering and alignment were faulty. She then heard a noise on the driver's side of the vehicle and it appeared to be fish-tailing while the front end remained steady. When driving over bumps, the vehicle felt as if it were uncontrollable. Goodyear stated that the ball joint was extremely loose and the lower driver's side control arm needed to be replaced. In addition, the sway bars were bent on both sides of the vehicle, which caused the faulty alignment. The tie rod also needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileages were 79,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving approximately 40 MPH on normal road conditions, the contact experienced difficulty steering and used great effort to turn the steering wheel. Unexpectedly, the vehicle pulled to the left without assistance. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and the technician stated that the failure was related to the lower ball joint. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension,front,control arm,lower ball joint), although the failures were identical. The failure mileage was 65,000 and current mileage was 78,000. Updated 3/19/09 *cn updated 03/25/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While the vehicle was undergoing an oil change, the mechanic stated that the front passenger side ball joints needed to be replaced. The contact discovered the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint) online, but was informed by the manufacturer that his VIN was excluded from the recall. The contact would be responsible for the repairs. He believes that the vehicle should be included in the recall. There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 69,000. Updated 03/18/09. *lj updated 03/19/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. The vehicle was taken in for a wheel alignment and the mechanic stated that the lower ball joints were faulty. The contact discovered a recall online and took the vehicle to the dealer. He was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact feels that the vehicle is not safe to drive because the wheels are not balanced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The current mileage was 64,000 and failure mileage was 63,860.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. The contact stated that the lower ball joints on the vehicle were faulty. The vehicle was driven to a tire store and the mechanic looked up a recall for the vehicle. The contact then called ford motor company to see if the VIN was included in the recall, but it was not. The recall stated that the dealer would inspect the vehicle, but that has yet to happen. An employee at ford motor company stated that the reason the contact has not received a recall notice could possibly be because the recall repair was previously performed on the vehicle. Ford motor company was unable to check if the repair had already been performed. The federal safety agency campaign id number was unknown. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While the vehicle was at the dealer for regular maintenance, it was discovered that the ball joints needed to be replaced. 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 failure and current mileages were less than 120,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle yanked to the left as if the contact had lost control. The dealer stated that the ball joints were defective and the control arm and knuckle needed to be replaced. An independent mechanic made the necessary repairs and stated that he was in danger of the wheel actually detaching if the repairs were not made. The failure and current mileages were less than 80,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. The contact took the vehicle to the repair shop to have the front passenger side lower ball joint replaced. The mechanic informed him of the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint); however, the manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 73,400. Updated 12/15/08. *lj updated 12/15/08.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. The contact stated that her vehicle was experiencing the same failure as related to the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The dealer stated that they would not repair the vehicle since it was not included in the recall. The failure and current mileages were 100,000.
3 of 4 wheel bearings have failed in a 2001 lincoln ls with approximately 26,000 on the vehicle.
When I was aware of the recall on my car I took it to the dealer in 2006 for repair I was told that the ball joint was previously inspected and that was all that would be done. Since the inspection both ball joints failed and almost cause a accident . My complaint is that ford motor co. Should be responsible for replacing the ball joints.
Air bag light on won't go off/front suspension making noise (ball joints) horn won't work and window motor broke in 2007 we replaced front driver now we have to replace front passenger.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 30 MPH or greater, the vehicle would pull to the right hard when going on a bump. As a result, the failure has caused damage to the tread on the two front tires. The current and failure mileages were 79,200. The purchase date was 05/20/2008.
2001 lincoln ls has a recall notice #00v359001 for front ball joints not being tightened to spec causing failure. My vehicle VIN number does not appear to be listed, however the ball joints failed causing $1800 worth of damage. I know that manufacturers can not determine exactly what cars were effected and what cars were not, so to exclude my vehicle from the repair does not make sense. With just 100,000 miles on a car that has been driven by a couple in the mid 50's the ball joints should not have failed to the point where the sway bar was also damaged. My wife and I could have been seriously injured if I did not fix the rattling noise coming from the front end of the vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 25 MPH, the driver side wheel disengaged. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer and there were unable to determine the cause of the failure. They recommended that driver and passenger side lower ball joints be replaced. As of april 29, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. There is a recall for the suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint (the federal safety agency campaign id 00v359001) however, the dealer and the manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included. The failure and current mileages were 146,000.
Was driving down the highway, thought I had a blowout on a tire, slowed down and then the lower ball joint separated from the suspension. The car was not able to be driven. And stuck on the highway. A city crew was able to jack up the car, they found that the nut on the ball joint was still on the suspension. They reconnected the ball joint and I was able to drive away. Have since replaced the ball joint. It was now bad . You can pull up and down on it. The ball joint separated because the nut back off, there was no damage to any threads and the crew was able to reuse the same nut.
Ball joints on both sides are defective and need to be replaced. Car vibrates at speeds over 50mph, and clunks at lower speeds. Entire spindles need to be replaced as ball joint is part of integrated unit. Recall 00s39 , 00v359 was issued for this model manufactured in wixom plant from 8/18/1998 through 9/29/2000. This car was manufactured on 11/21/2000 prior to the recall report date of 11/1/2000. The recall should be extended to cover units manufactured after 11/1/2000.
The lower ball joints separated from the controller on the left side of the vehicle. Please note the recall was submitted in 2000; during the time frame of when I purchased the vehicle the recall had expired. I have been informed by aaa that, there has been 3 vehicles with the same type of problem. I was fortunate that I was alone and not with my three sons and my new born child, and I was not on the freeway when this accident/incident occur.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 45 MPH, the bolt that holds the tire in place detached. The contact heard a loud screeching noise that alerted her to stop the vehicle. When she inspected the vehicle, she noticed that the tire appeared to be improperly attached. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and he advised her to contact the manufacturer to check for any recalls. The manufacturer stated that her VIN was not included. The current mileage was 130,000 and failure mileage was 129,899. Updated 04/25/08. *lj recall# 00v359001 the consumer stated the lower ball joint separated from the vehicle. Updated
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 5 MPH, the vehicle felt as if the tires failed. The vehicle part was taken to the dealer and they stated that the screw worked its way free of the lower ball joints, and needs to be replaced. The federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front: control arm:lower ball joint) was referenced. The current and failure mileages were 90,000. Updated 04/23/08 *bf the consumer was informed her vehicle was not included in the recall.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving at any speed over uneven pavement, the steering would jerk, vibrate, and become difficult to control. The vehicle made a popping sound when turning in either direction. When backing up, the vehicle made sounds as if something was rotating. The noises increased during acceleration. When the contact would drive over a bump or on rough terrain, the vibrating, rattling, shaking, and noises would intensify. The vehicle has not been inspected by the dealer, but it has been inspected by a mechanic. The mechanic stated that the lower ball joint failed. The federal safety agency recall number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint) was referenced. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 112,000 and failure mileage was 111,000.
Lower ball joints on lelf side, now its the right side . Its sure be on recall.
2001 lincoln ls with a recall for the lower ball joints. Consumer states that he was experiencing this failure but the manufacturer told him it was his problem to solve because his VIN was not included in the recall. *kb the consumer stated he lost complete steering control of his vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the contact heard a loud popping noise coming from the lower ball joints. The dealer replaced the driver side ball joints and the tie rod. Several months later, the failure recurred. The dealer stated that her VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v359001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint), although she was experiencing a similar failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The powertrain was unknown. The failure mileage was 74,567 and current mileage was 80,000. Updated 3/5/08 *cn the consumer stated went to jones ford and informed her that she does need repair on the vehicle. Updated 03/05/08
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. The contact stated that the front passenger side lower ball joint fractured. While driving 35 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the vehicle. The dealer performed a diagnostic that confirmed that the lower ball joint had fractured. 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). He went to another dealer and the representative did not bother to enter the VIN into the system; however, they stated that there was never a recall for the vehicle. The failure mileage was 81,000 and current mileage was 82,000.
Last summer I started having problems with ball joints continuously coming loose on my used 2001 lincoln ls. I went on the internet and discovered that there were over 82300 recalss for this exact problem. I tried to get it fixed but was told the recalls were VIN specific. Obviously this exact problem coninues to reoccur on my car and I have to continuously retighten the ball joints myself. On 12-29-07 I was traveling down the interstate at 70 MPH when the ball joints completely split in half causing me to loose control of the car, spun me and 3 riders around in the road and landed us in the median. But for the grace of god no one was injured or worse yet killed. I contacted ford human relations and explained the problem an mentioned the recalls but was very rudely told that it was up to the customer to make the repairs. I don't understand what the problem is when there is a recall on this make and model of car and this has reportedly been a continuous recurring problem for me. Ford does not appear to care. Meantime the car sits, and will be sitting until this gets resolved satisfactorily and ford stands behind it.
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