Lincoln Town Car fuel pump problems

Filed Feb 22, 2016 · Fuel system · 319,061 miles · CA

The fuel pump/sending unit that is in the front of the tank leaks fuel where the wires go into the unit. This is not contributed a gasket between the fuel pump unit and the tank. Repeat..it leaks thru the wires in the fuel pump/sending unit. We have grounded the vehicle at this time. We have a fleet of 6 lincoln town cars. On october 22 of 2015 we replaced one on another lincoln town car VIN [xxx] thru a shop when I noticed a puddle of gasoline under the tank while it was stationary and parked in our parking garage and crawled under to inspect the source of the leak...that was coming from the fuel tank. This is a safety issue. I am reporting this because I do not want anyone to burn up because of it, with the knowledge that I am now reporting. I hope someone will contact me before I have it repaired to get it on the road. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed Jun 1, 2007 · Fuel system · 52,132 miles · NC

On busy interstate highway at highway speed, engine suddenly quit with no warning. Subsequent investigation by mechanic revealed failure of electric fuel pump in fuel tank. Removed and replaced electric fuel pump.

Filed Oct 6, 2005 · Engine, Fuel system · 6,138 miles · CA

Dt: the engine died/stalled. The first time it occurred was on september 15, 2005. The vehicle was towed to a dealership. They changed the fuel pump. It happened again on october 3. The contact was able to restart it, but it died again. He was able to restart it and slowly got it to the dealership. They replaced two fuel injectors, and two spark plugs. Afterwards they test drove the vehicle and the check engine light came on. They found the vacuum line had not been connected. The contact was concerned that the problem will reoccur. *ak updated 11/29/05.

Filed Sep 28, 2004 · Fuel system · 16,000 miles · WI

While driving, the vehicle stalled. The dealer stated the fuel pump was defective, and serviced it. *ak there was no warning. The vehicle would also cut off when the vehicle was turning corners. There would be no power brakes and steering. When the vehicle was placed in park or neutral and the key was taken out, the vehicle would start immediately. *sc

Filed Aug 12, 2004 · Engine · 4,000 miles · WV

While driving 30-60 MPH the vehicle would surge continuously when the engine was under load. As a result the vehicle did not ride smoothly. Dealership was notified but did not resolve the problem. *ak the dealer changer the erg valve, fuel pump, fuel sensors, spark plugs and coil but the problem still occurred.

Filed May 24, 2003 · Fuel system · 57,000 miles · MN

The fuel pump on my 1999 lincoln town car went out without warning. The vehicle has had numerous problems since purchase including but not limited to: fuel pump, digital display (speedometer, mileage, compass, temperature), passenger window power mechanism (window will not go up completely if lowered) and suspension problems. Current issue regards fuel pump. Total cost to repair include $403.00 labor, $257.49 parts (fuel pump), $25.00 misc fees, $16.72 tax, $215.00 towing.

Filed Feb 21, 2002 · Brakes, Fuel system · NY · fire

After putting vehicle in park, consumer noticed that there was a trail of fuel leading up the driveway coming from the vehicle. Consumer took vehicle out from the garage and soon after that, the vehicle caught on fire. Contacted dealer. *ak dealer found perforated rust on steel fuel lines at the fuel pump which was also heavily rusted, fuel line sprayed fuel on hot exhaust system. Steel brake lines showed evidence of corrosion.

Filed Aug 7, 2001 · Fuel system · MI

Fuel pump was leaking fuel onto the ground while vehicle was parked or moving. Dealership determined that fuel pump had rusted through, and needed to be replaced. *ak dealer found the fittings at the fuel pump rusted to the point of leaking, dealer replaced fuel pump.

Filed Jun 29, 2001 · Body, Brakes · OK

An extremely strong mildew odor is coming from the air conditioning unit, causing passengers to become ill. Dealer states odor is due to coil which is too tight around air conditioner, preventing water to escape, and causing mildew odor. *ak emergency brake shoes were replaced. Brakes squeal, dealer has replaced front brake pads, resurfaced rotors, lubed caliper slides, replaced rear brake pads, machined rear rotors, however brakes still squeal. Both rear wheels were covered with gear lube. Drivers shoulder belt would not retract at times, dealer replaced seat belt. Noise and thimping felt in steering when making turns, dealer lubed stops. Left front window inoperable, dealer replaced window regulater. Front roof welt loose and broken, dealer replaced. Front door pull trim missing. Blend doors inoperable, will not blow air through defrost vent. Ash tray will not close. Ac/heater emits a musty/moldy odor, the odor not only permeates the passenger, but is also in the trunk,there is no condensation being released by the AC, many things along with the moisture purge module have been replaced and problem still persists, system has been sanitized several times, AC max button does not work. Motor goes on 45 minutes after vehicle is turned off, this blows through the front defroster and steams up the front windshield. Door handle is inoperable. Vinyl trim at top of console is loose. Engine stalled at stops when cold, dealer replaced maf and fuel pump.

Filed Apr 9, 2001 · Engine · PA

Engine would stall in summer. No matter where consumer was engine would still stall. Contacted dealer ,and the dealer could not find anything wrong.*ak on very hot days, after driving for about an hour, vehicle stalls, it will only restart after it has cooled down, dealer has replaced the fuel pump and the maf sensor, vehicle still continues to stall, for 2 years the check engine light has illuminated and the dealer has done nothing to correct it.