2004 Lincoln LS transmission problems

Filed Jan 2, 2020 · Transmission · 200,000 miles · SC

The transmission in these cars go out without warning. They will stop the vehicle from accelerating when driving down the road. You will have to pull over and once you pullover and come to a complete stop it will not let the car engage into gear and move.

Filed Jul 25, 2013 · Transmission · 74,389 miles · CO

Cars stalls while driving at high speed on highway or side street.

Filed Jul 10, 2013 · Transmission · 88,600 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 lincoln ls. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a traffic stop, the vehicle would not respond. The RPM reading increased and the vehicle proceeded to lunge forward. The wrench warning icon was illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 88,600.

Filed Jul 19, 2011 · Acceleration, Transmission · DC

I have a 2004 lincoln ls with a little over 96,000. This car has been giving problem with acceleration. When I push the gas, the car hesitate as it switch gear. I have taken to the dealership and they said, it's the transmission so I took it to a transmission shop and they said, no problem with the transmission so I took it to auto electric shop and they said, "there's nothing wrong with car" but I have still have the same problem. I am so frustrated and I will never purchase another car. Is car is a lemon.

Filed Feb 15, 2011 · Transmission · 45,187 miles · OK

My 2004 lincoln ls v6 sedan loses power and stalls. The wrench appears in the window and the engine light comes on. I have taken the vehicle to the dealer several times. Once the coils were replaced; most recently I took the car and the dealer was unable to diagnose the problem. This morning I was on the turnpike in high speed traffic and the car lost power, the wrench appeared and the engine light is on. I'm frustrated that a car with only 45k miles and in otherwise good condition can not be driven without fear of causing a major accident. The warranty hasn't covered the problem -- I've taken it to the dealer on numerous occasions -- and I've spent thousands of dollars. What is being done to investigate this office deficiency?

Filed Feb 11, 2011 · Engine, Transmission · 20,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 lincoln ls. The contact stated that when depressing the accelerator, the vehicle would hesitate and then jerk abnormally. In addition, the vehicle would proceed with limited power and would exhibit signs of stalling attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times where numerous unknown repairs were made to the vehicle but to no avail. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.

Filed Feb 11, 2011 · Acceleration, Transmission · 23,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 lincoln ls. The contact stated that when accelerating from a complete stop, the vehicle would hesitate before engaging and would then jerk abnormally. In addition, the vehicle would stall intermittently without warning. The dealer performed a diagnosis and determined that the throttle box and transmission were defective. The throttle box was replaced and the computer was reprogrammed although the dealer advised he was unable to determine why the vehicle was stalling. The vehicle was repaired but the failures recurred. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 23,000 and the current mileage was 95,000.

Filed Jul 1, 2010 · Engine, Transmission · 30,000 miles · AL

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 lincoln ls. When the brakes were applied, the vehicle lunged forward. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who reprogrammed the PCM control module. The failure continued to occur intermittently and the contact stated that it would also recur while decreasing speed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions where the PCM control module was reprogrammed approximately four times. The failure continued to recur intermittently. The contact also stated that the engine coils needed to be replaced every three to six months. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed that the sealant on the hood caused water to leak into the engine coils. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 122,975.

Filed Jun 5, 2010 · Electrical, Fuel system · 91,800 miles · MI

Vehicle runs very rough. Will not accelerate over 2800 RPM and shakes badly. Check engine light is flashing. Checked codes p0304 and p0306. Chop states it is faulty ignition coils.

Filed Mar 25, 2010 · Transmission · 55,000 miles · NV

I own a lincoln ls v8 with 55,000 miles. When I shift into reverse it creates a harsh sound, like the transmission is going to fall out. My "check transmission" light came on will be taking it to the dealership. I have been researching transmission problems on ls and seems to be extremely common manufacturing problem. Something must be done!