139 owners in the United States reported problems with the airbags of this car to NHTSA (model years 2000–2006), typically at around 76,000 miles. Most often named: side/window (19%), frontal (17%). Reported consequences: 26 crashes, 42 injuries, 1 death.
78 owners in the United States reported problems with the accelerator and cruise control of this car to NHTSA (model years 2000–2006), typically at around 63,000 miles. Reported consequences: 18 crashes, 3 injuries.
70 owners in the United States reported problems with the brakes of this car to NHTSA (model years 2000–2005), typically at around 48,000 miles. Most often named: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (29%). Reported consequences: 13 crashes, 3 injuries.
52 owners in the United States reported problems with the steering of this car to NHTSA (model years 2000–2006), typically at around 95,000 miles. Reported consequences: 7 crashes, 3 injuries.
268 owners in the United States reported problems with the suspension of this car to NHTSA (model years 2000–2006), typically at around 95,000 miles. Most often named: front:control arm:lower ball joint (53%), front (20%). Reported consequences: 15 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries, 1 death.
On this vehicle, the fuel tank may have a localized thin wall section in the lower half of the fuel tank. The fuel tank may crack, creating a potential for a fuel leak and fuel odour. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Correction: Dealer will replace the fuel tank.
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tank may have a localized thin wall section in the lower half of the tank. The fuel tank may crack creating a potential for a fuel leak and fuel odor. The "service engine soon" indicator may illuminate.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17 inch chrome wheels, the chrome wheels were not heat-treated. These wheels may crack at the lug-nut holes, which could result in the loss of the lug-nut torque.
Certain 2003 model year lincoln ls and ford thunderbird vehicles equipped with 3.9l engine - extended warranty coverage on ignition coil assemblies and engine valve cover gaskets. Also have an owner's letter. *nj