5.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
20,167 miles

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problem #3

Dec 012003

Town Car 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When turning the steering wheel consumer heard a popping noise coming from the front. The vehicle was taken to a body shop for inspection and the mechanic determined that the rights tie rod end needed to be replaced. On March 26, 2004 the left side tie rod end failed while driving.

- Palestine, IL, USA

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problem #2

Feb 022004

Town Car 8-cyl

  • 60,500 miles
While backing out of the driveway at 2 mph, the front driver's side tie rod snapped. The left front tie rod fell to the ground. The tie had rusted and pitted. Both tie rods were replaced and the upper joint was found bad.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

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problem #1

Mar 272002

(reported on)

Town Car

  • miles
Squeak in front suspension while turning at low or high speeds. At times needs extra turning of steering wheel to maintain lane through turns or curves.stabilizer bar also shows signs of excess movement in mounts.dealer states the problem is the tie rod bushings flexing under pressure. Nlm

- Anniston, AL, USA

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