2002 Lincoln Blackwood problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels (1) · Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting 2011-07-29 · campaign 11V385000 · 1,100,000 vehicles
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150, 2004 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150 HERITAGE, 1997 THROUGH 1999 MODEL YEAR F-250 LESS THAN 8,500 LBS. GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR), AND 2002 AND 2003 LINCOLN BLACKWOOD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 20, 1995, THROUGH AUGUST 4, 2004, ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK,
Risk: AS A RESULT OF THE CORROSION, ONE OR BOTH STRAPS MAY FAIL ALLOWING THE FUEL LINES TO SEPARATE FROM THE TANK, OR IN SOME CASES, CAUSING THE TANK TO CONTACT THE GROUND. EITHER SCENARIO MAY RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK PRESENTING A FIRE HAZARD.
Fix: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSTRUCT THEM TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A FORD OR LINCOLN DEALER TO HAVE THE FUEL TANK STRAPS REPLACED WITH STRAPS THAT HAVE INCREASED CORROSION PROTECTION. EARLY IN THIS CAMPAIGN, IF REPLACEMENT STRAPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, DEALERS MAY INSTALL A CABLE SUPPORT UNDER THE STRAP AS AN INTERIM REPAIR OR A STEEL REINFORCEMENT OVER THE EXISTING STRAP AS A PERMANENT REPAIR. ANY REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2011. OWNERS
Service bulletins (47)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Fuel System, Gasoline 2016-04-21 · TSB160073 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
safety recall 11s21 - fuel tank strap fracture - requests for recall service action
Fuel System, Gasoline 2016-04-21 · 16-0073 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
for 1997-2003 f-150, 2004 f-150 heritage, 1997-1999 f-250 light duty, or 2002-2003 blackwood vehicles safety recall 11s21 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high corrosion areas for an extended period, where one or both fuel tank straps could potentially fracture. strap fracture may r
Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly 2014-09-09 · TSB-14-0164 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford/lincoln: safety recall regarding high corrosion areas for operating, for an extended time, vehicles where both or one strap of fuel tank can fracture, after contacting ground. model 1997-99 f250 ld, 1997-03 f150, 2004 f150 heritage, 2002-03 blackwood. *pe
Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:mounting 2014-08-11 · TSB-14-0147 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford/lincoln: safety recall issued due to one or both fuel tank straps fracturing due to being in high corrosion areas for an extended period and dislodging fuel tank. model 1997-99 f250, 1997-03 f150, 2004 f150 heritage, 2002-2003 blackwood. *pe
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2006-01-01 · 06513 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
engine misfire with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) pewee, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307, p0308, and p0316. *tt
Engine And Engine Cooling 2005-11-14 · 041601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt
Showing the 6 most recent of 47 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2020-10-30 · Wheels · 200,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2002 lincoln blackwood. the contact stated while driving approximately 65 mph, the passenger's side front wheel and brake line detached from the vehicle without warning. the contact stated he shifted to a lower gear to stop the vehicle on the side of the roadway. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle w…”
2019-07-25 · Engine · 26,770 mi“11/23/2015 vehicle engine malfunctioned, overheated and stopped working while driving on the highway. vehicle had to be towed to dealership. dealership replaced engine and related parts and i picked up on 12/17/15. mileage 2,411 1/1/2016 engine started making a whining sound and the ac stopped blowing cold air. mileage 2,958 9/27/2016 rattling s…”
2015-05-11 · Electrical System · 170,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2002 lincoln blackwood. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 170,000. …”
2009-05-03 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 69,000 mi“i went to the dealership (soutar's ford in barstow, ca) twice with an issue of hesitation and stumbling problems. i had 75,000 before having this problem. they replaced all coils with springs and spark plugs, charged my warranty company and myself for each visit. i went on a 700 mile trip to new mexico, after 100 miles or so i still had the same…”
2006-10-13 · Air Bags · 42,000 mi · 💥 crash“dt*: the contact stated while crossing an intersection at 30 mph, the vehicle was involved in a frontal impact collision and the airbags did not deploy. the contact was wearing a seat belt, but minor injuries were sustained. the vehicle was deemed totaled by the insurance adjustor due to the extensive damage. the police were alerted, and a repor…”
2005-03-19 · Vehicle Speed Control · 33,060 mi“2002 lincoln towncar- when approaching a major highway from a shopping center, stopped before entering the highway, engine suddenly raced with wheels squeeling, and car lunged forward, i braked hard to control car, shifted to neutral, engine contined to race. i turned engine off, and restarted car. normal operations commenced. dealership checke…”
2003-08-01 · Exterior Lighting:headlights · 1,100 mi“while driving at night, the headlights shut off without warning. dealer notified. *ak the dealer said the vehicle was fine, but the consumer felt otherwise. *scc *jb…”
2002-12-10 · Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)“the traction control light illuminated. this added feature illuminates tires from spinning. consumer states' this feature can be dangerous because when traction control kicks in it shut off gas and vehicle engine goes out. consumer is left in the middle road. please provide any further information. ts…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.