The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, he heard loud noises from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was advised that the rear axle, bearings and the seals failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 04V328000 (suspension). The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The current mileage was approximately 120,000.

- Appleton, IA, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. The contact stated that there was an abnormal grinding from the rear driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who diagnosed that the rear driver's side axle was defective and needed replacing. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 04V328000 (suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 100,000.

- Centerville, IL, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, he heard a squeaking noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the passenger side wheel bearings would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Approximately four months later, the same symptoms appeared on the driver's side of the vehicle. The contact was informed of a recall for the failure under NHTSA campaign id number: 04V328000 ( suspension:rear). The manufacturer was notified but advised the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign and offered no further assistance. The failure and current mileage was 93,700.

- Brentwood, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. The contact was having routine maintenance performed on the vehicle when the technician advised that the rear bearings failed, causing wear to the rear axle. The technician advised the contact to replace the bearings, axle and the seals. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue and offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 89,000.

- Rescue, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln town-car. The contact stated that the rear bearing seal ruptured. And as a result, the axle became defective. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for repairs. The dealer was made aware of the failure who advised to contact the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 130,000.

- St. Paul, MN, USA

Was told by Ford that my car was not in the recall date, however my issue is the same. I purchased this car in March 2010 and right off I had issues within the first week. Took it back and had to have the bearing replaced. I complained of a "noise" on left side. Seems it never went away. Now a few months ago I had to park it because "fluid" was leaking on the left rear. I took it to a mechanic and he is telling me I need bearing replaced and something about a axle maybe! ok, I called Ford last year and was told the same thing I am reading all over the internet on this recall. My car is not in this recall! what how can this be, I have a 2003 and I have the same issue here! please look into this as I have not driven my car since 11/2011 and very frustrated over this entire purchase!!!

- Memphis, TN, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle the rear suspension failed, causing the rear of the vehicle to drop. The contact had the vehicle towed to their home where he noticed that the axle was fractured in half. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign I.D. 04V328000 (suspension:rear) and called the manufacturer. The manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The failure mileage was 95,972.

- Richmond, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. The contact stated that there was a loud noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 04V328000 (suspension:rear). The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 104,000.

- Rancho Cucamuga, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. While driving approximately 35 mph, a loud noise emitted from the outside rear of the vehicle. The contact continued to drive at a reduced speed. Later, both front coil springs were replaced. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. Updated 02/14/12 the front hub assemblies and rear wheel bearings were replaced. Updated 02/27/12

- Livonia, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be repaired and the technician noticed the rear passenger's side axle seal was leaking oil. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 04V328000 (suspension: Rear). The contact experienced the identical failure as mentioned in the recall. The manufacturer was notified and stated the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town car. While driving approximately 70 mph, the contact heard a loud knocking noise coming from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the mechanic advised that the rear driver side axle and wheel bearings would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 04V328000 (suspension:rear) that but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA