2.9

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
50,000 miles

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problem #3

May 152017

Town Car

  • 150,000 miles
Makes loud popping noise when the wheel is turned to the extreme right or left whether the car is being driven or standing still. Occasionally, the ignition won't turn on and the steering wheel is locked, closing the entire system.

- Saint Helen, MI, USA

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problem #2

Dec 082003

Town Car

  • miles
While starting the vehicle driver tilted the steering wheel causing the wire harness to break off. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for analysis, and the mechanic replaced transponder harness.

- Birmingham, MI, USA

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problem #1

Feb 011999

(reported on)

Town Car 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Steering joints making noise when turning wheel.

- Covina, CA, USA

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