Lincoln LS overheating problems

Filed May 31, 2022 · Tires · 100,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2005 Lincoln LS. The contact stated all four tires melted and rusted to the ground and the belly of the vehicle fell out. The contact also stated the vehicle was overheated. There were no warning lights. The contact put tape underneath the engine to keep it in place. The contact drove the vehicle to the local mechanic which diagnosed the failure with a tire stripped. The vehicle was towed to a junkyard. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000

Filed Jun 21, 2018 · Acceleration, Engine · 35 miles · NE

When I drive approximately 35 miles, my 2002 lincoln ls wants to overheat and shut down on me. I have to wait till it cools down and then start it up and proceed on my way.

Filed Jan 26, 2018 · Body, Engine · 99,999 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 55 MPH, the engine overheated and stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that the driver's door handle fractured. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The mechanic was unable to retrieve a fault code. The contact was informed that the antifreeze reservoir needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 99,999.

Filed May 24, 2016 · Engine, Steering · 212,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 lincoln ls. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the ball joint was loosen causing the contact to loose control of the steering. In addition, the vehicle was overheating. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, three months later the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 212,000.

Filed Jul 14, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 125,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 lincoln ls. The contact stated that the transmission was slipping out of gear. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who replaced the transmission. In addition, the vehicle was overheating without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the thermostat, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

Filed Apr 9, 2014 · Engine · 161,000 miles · TN

Vehicle in firestone, checking why heat blowing cool air, overheated twice since the repairs car has overheated 5 times, every time returned to shop they can't find a problem.

Filed Sep 11, 2010 · Airbags, Electrical · 25,000 miles · VA

My car has numerous parts that tear up repeatedly, within a 6 months time. Valve cover gasket had replaced twice within a 6 months time. The coil packs go up very often. I had panel buttons just tear up for no reason three times! Wheel caps replaced numerous times. Overheating issues, door locking issues, battery replaced twice within 2 years time. Ac issues, (I never used my AC..at all) . This car has a lot of problems on the t.s.bulletin. I contacted ford in reference to the multiple issues I was having with the car, the company representatives told me to take the complaint to the establishment of which I had been dealing with. Then they said lincoln is an independent owned establishment so I am totally confused by this whole ordeal, they know that they have had a lot of multiple problems out of that car. And they refuse to recall some of those (as I would say) hazardous issues. I was at the dealer 2 weeks ago, I was conversing with a rep. At the dealership and he was telling me how the lincoln ls was their most problem vehicle, and cash maker for repairs. (oh by the way.......I researched to find this site. To answer the question in the consumer section).

Filed Jul 13, 2010 · Engine · 50,000 miles · CA

Stalling,jerking surges. Three times the car just came to an abrupt stop. Had to have it towed. My 77 year old mother was left terrified. Overheated jerks into gear. Ford replaced engine coil,but said they could not replace all at once we would have to continue to break down in order to fix each coil. The car always jerks and surges. The results are that we can not go on the freeway for fear of breaking down. No long trips etc.

Filed Nov 18, 2009 · Engine · 44,780 miles · NC

Overflow tank has a crack which causes antifreeze to leak out and overheat the vehicle.

Filed Sep 22, 2008 · Brakes, Engine · 70,836 miles · GA

First it started out in july 2007,AC wasn't blowing like it should be replaced control heads. Then my trac control light came on and park brake light was on checked and advised replaced speed sensor. Then check engine light came on found upstream bank 2 02 sensor reading out of spec. Replaced 02 sensor and clear codes. That cost me$1285.51. Which I replaced sensor,spark plugs,coil then in jan 2008 my transmission shift hard into reverse checked and advised found faults in solenoid,valve body,trans filter,repaired clear codes,ok. Replaced drive belt and pulley. That bill was 1318.72. Well then in 08/2008 same thing transmission shifts rough concern cylinder misfire. Check engine light back on. Thank god had a recall from ford on that. Found contamination in both sides replaced affected coils,plugs,and cover which they only replaced 4 of the 8 coils. That would have been 593.18. Then on 08/2008 coolant leak just 3 days after getting it out of the shop had to replace leaking thermostat connector. Haven't had any problems running hot until they worked on it 08/11/2008. *tr the power window was inoperative. The dealer replaced the regulator/motor. Updated 10/22/08.