Tl*the contact owns a 1995 lincoln town car. While driving 5 MPH or greater, the vehicle would not stop immediately when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the failure increased the stopping distance by twenty feet. The road conditions were clear. The dealer stated that the ABS terminal caused the failure. As of september 17, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 101,000 and current mileage was 103,000. Updated 01-14-08. *kb updated 12/12/07
1995 Lincoln Town Car: ABS light or ABS activating
11 of the 165 complaints about the 1995 Lincoln Town Car describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 17 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Intermittently when applying the brake at low speed of 20 MPH or less, it caused the vehicle to shimmy and extended stopping distance occurred. The vehicle has been to the dealer on several occasions. The dealer replaced the ABS senor module & cleaned the ABS sensor however the problem continued. Please provide any further information.
While driving the ABS failed. The consumer was braking when the pedal pushed back and the pedal went to the floor. As a result the vehicle was involved in an accident. The consumer had various brake components replaced but the system continued to fail. *ak *cb *nlm *ts
Ongoing/intermittent problem. When applying normal braking ABS light would come on, and brake pedal would begin to pulsate, resulting in extended stopping distance. Vehicle been to dealer on two occasions, and problem stilloccurring. Feel free to provide any further infromation.
When applying brakes at low speeds on occasions they make a crunching noise. Took vehicle to dealer, and they stated that ABS needed replacing. 2000 miles later, problem reoccurred. Please provide any further information.
When applying the brakes, there is a vibration and hesitation, also ABS light on dash comes on, vehicle has been taken to dealer 3 times, and the problem could not be duplicated.*ak. Consumer also stated it is a sporadic problem, the sensor replacement did not help.
When applying brakes there is a grinding noise, then, brakes will release/ grab, grinding noise will get louder. Vehicle taken to dealer 6-8 times, ABS system was replaced once under warranty, but problem still persists.*ak dealer has replaced many parts including: ABS module, right and left front wheel sensors, wiring connectors on ABS module, brake shoes, pads, and rotors which were warped, dealer can not remedy problem.
Abs brake problems; when applying the brakes under wet road conditions, the ABS system kicks in and the car slides an extra 2-3 feet before coming to a complete stop. The vehicle has been repaired twice for brake problems. *
Vehicle will occassionaly not stop and the ABS light comes on.
Abs failed on the road. Yh
When applying the ABS brakes at low speeds the brakes do not lock, causing extended stopping distance. Please describe details.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Owner notification program 98B19-S1 - brake line wear on certain vehicles
- A squealing and / or moaning noise may be heard from the rear brakes during light to medium brake applications
- The anti-lock brake system ( ABS ) may activate under false ABS conditions
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Improper installation of the rear brake line at the point at which the extended brake line first bends and extends over the left rear wheel area of the frame. If not installed with sufficient clearance, chafing of the brake line can occur in an area adjacent to the rear floor pan.
- Risk
- The rear brake line can leak or rupture resulting in reduced braking capability, loss of rear brakes, and/or loss of brake fluid reserves in the master brake cylinder.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake line for proper installation and/or damage and replace as necessary. Also a protective boot or sleeve over the brake line will be installed.
Recall number 95V133000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Lincoln Town Car abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1995 Lincoln Town Car?
11 of 165 owner complaints about the 1995 Lincoln Town Car (7%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Lincoln Town Car?
There is 1 recall and 17 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Lincoln Town Car
Ball joint 16Headlights 11Brake failure 7Fire or smoke 7Grinding brakes 5
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