1989 Lincoln Continental Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 16%of 158 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1989 Lincoln Continental, 16% of the 158 complaints for this model year. 7 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The head gasket is blown. I am losing coolent and thick white smoke is coming out at the tailpipe. I have not taken it to the mechanic yet but I am conviced from the color of the smoke and smell of the smoke.”
NHTSA complaint #10069812, filed 2004-01“While driving gas pedal got stuck to the floor, causing sudden acceleration. Consumer pressed the brakes, but brakes failed stop vehicle. Vehicle finally stopped after driving 4 miles. Gas pedal stuck at least four times”
NHTSA complaint #850249, filed 1999-11“While driving vehicle it will stop and go. Engine is very noisy. Only two gears work and does not go into overdrive. Dealer not aware of the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #834330, filed 1999-02“Replacement of fuel tank did not rectify rough running condition, found shorted wiring in the electronic engine control causing processor to short out and EGR to stay open. Mjs”
NHTSA complaint #548735, filed 1999-09“The engine gaskets have gone bad on the vehicle . Consumer had vehicle inspected by an independent mechanic and was informed of the problem. The manufacturer has been notified.”
NHTSA complaint #819560, filed 1997-12Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 5% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 4 | 12% |
| 2001 | 4 | 13% |
| 2000 | 4 | 6% |
| 1999 | 4 | 10% |
| 1998 | 14 | 19% |
| 1997 | 6 | 6% |
| 1996 | 4 | 8% |
| 1995 | 11 | 16% |
| 1994 | 85 | 45% |
| 1993 | 73 | 60% |
| 1992 | 44 | 35% |
| 1991 | 56 | 28% |
| 1990 | 40 | 25% |
| 1989 | 26 | 16% |
| 1988 | 10 | 12% |
| 1987 | 1 | 11% |
| 1986 | 1 | 13% |
| 1985 | 2 | 13% |
| 1984 | 2 | 33% |
Other parts of the 1989 Lincoln Continental
42 complaintsBrakes
26 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsSuspension
21 complaintsSteering
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsInterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1989 Lincoln Continental
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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