- The problem
- Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
- The risk
- A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
- The fix
- Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Vehicle safety record
1982 Lincoln Continental Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1982 Lincoln Continental with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 2007 for the fuel pump. For comparison, the 1981 has 1 and the 1983 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Continental year, for its age
#40 most complained-about 1982 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1982 Lincoln Continental problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1982 Lincoln Continental recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The involved vehicles may have been produced with an inadequate seal between the fuel filler pipe-housing assembly and the fuel filler opening-collar assembly. Two attaching screws at the bottom of this joint were omitted during assembly. It is possible that a small quantity of overflow fuel could leak into the right rear fender well behind the luggage compartment trim panel if fuel "spit-back" or overfilling were to occur during refueling.
- The fix
- Dealer will install the two missing fasteners and a lower flange reinforcement at no cost to owner.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1982 Lincoln Continental
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving on major highway the control arm pulled loose from the ball joints- no serious injuries. Tt
Lincoln Continental: every year compared
All Continental years1982 Lincoln Continental vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 Lincoln Continental | 1 | 2 | A | |
| 1982 Lincoln Town Car | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1982 Lincoln Continental
Does the 1982 Lincoln Continental have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1982 Lincoln Continental: fuel pump (August 2007); filler pipe and cap (April 1982). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1982 Lincoln Continental?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1982 Lincoln Continental had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 26, 1996 and the latest on January 26, 1996. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1982 Lincoln Continental a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 94 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Lincoln Continental year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Lincoln Continental years have the most complaints?
1993 (381), 1994 (370), 1991 (221). See every Lincoln Continental year compared.
What should I do if my 1982 Lincoln Continental has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data