While driving, steam emitted from under the hood. The consumer found that the intake manifold cracked, which caused water to spray over the engine. The consumer claimed the manufacturer was aware of the problem but would not repair the problem. Three of the local dealers were well aware of the problem.

- Berwyn, IL, USA

The consumer noticed fluid leaking from underneath the vehicle. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to a body shop. The mechanic informed the driver that the engine needed to be replaced due to an engine blow out. Please provide any additional information.

- Kailua Kona, HI, USA

Under acceleration the intake manifold cracked and sprayed coolant all over the front of the engine, and caused over heating.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

The engine in the 1996 Lincoln Town car is faulty and should be investigated. I had 80,000 miles on my engine when the engine threw a rod. I have spoken to several mechanics, who stated that the engine is the same as the engine placed inside of 1995 through present Ford Crown Victoria's. on person told me no matter how well I took care of my vehicle the engine was made to fail. I changed the oil in the vehicle every 3,000 miles and without fail. What ever my maintenance book recommended, I did. I had an extended warranty until 75,000 miles. The vehicle engine failed at exactly 80,000 miles. I contacted Lincoln Mercury division and was told, "oh well, your vehicle has 80,000 miles. This may seem like a lot of miles, but I should still be able to drive the vehicle for another 80,000 without the engine failing. I spoke to a mechanic that installs engines for yellow cab in san francisco. He advised me that they have crates of engine blocks for the Ford Crown Victoria's, because the engine fails between 75,000 and 80,000 miles. This is ridiculous.

- Vallejo, CA, USA

The engine manifold cover cracked and leaked anti-freeze.

- Medford, MA, USA

The intake manifold was fractured, which resulted in a coolant leak.

- Cordova, TN, USA

Engine dies at a traffic light or at an intersection when making a turn. Dealer contacted and was aware of the problem. Approximately three different dealers were involved. Problem still exists. Provide further information.

- Magnolia, TX, USA