Left front and left rear wheel bearing failure - 52,000 miles - Ford Lincoln Aviator 2003.

- Brighton, MI, USA

: the contact stated a whining noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle while driving 55 mph. The vehicle was taken to the sales/service dealer for repairs. The right rear axle and pinion were replaced as well as the C B shaft assembly and gear and pinion locking pin. This was the third time the rear end was replaced in a two year period. The manufacturer was notified and a technician was sent to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle pulled to the left, the door lock switch was inoperative, the rear shock was leaking oil, the E power steering hose was replaced, there was a ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. The timing chain and gasket were replaced. The door ajar light came on after all the doors were closed. The consumer stated the shifting of the gears were harsh, the dealer replaced various componets in the transmission. The right rear brake light bulb was replaced, the master cylinder was replaced. The front seat climate control was not cooling. The battery was replaced, the accelerator cable was sticking. Updated 12/05/06.

- Hampton, GA, USA

In the Lincoln Aviator, a loud whining noise is coming from the rear end of the car. It appears to be a rear differential problem. In the front seat the noise is pretty loud but can be overcome by turning the radio up real loud. In the rear seats the noise is more intense. I have read many complaints about this problem. A simple search on edmunds, google, deja news, etc. Shows that this problem has been around a while and Ford Motor Company refuses to correct the issue. The dealership says it is a known problem without a fix and that I should just live with the problem. I am going to pursue legal action under the lemon law to try and correct the situation.

- Marietta, GA, USA