VIN Vehicle Report

2003 Lincoln Town CAR

1LNHM83W33Y660038

Vehicle record for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR (VIN 1LNHM83W33Y660038). Black, sedan, gasoline / lpg. Registered in Odesa. 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year. Specifications, registration region and recall data.

1 recall campaign → Gasoline / LPG
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Should you buy it? Worth a look — but negotiate

Weighed from safety recalls, known problems and market price.

💵 A fair offer is around $3,561 (typical range $1,500–$5,800). Start a little below and leave room for anything the inspection turns up.

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🧰 Factory warranty & equipment

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🚨 Recalls on this VIN

  • Per-VIN recall statusWhether each campaign has been repaired on THIS car, remedy availability, do-not-drive and stop-sale flags, dealer labour time
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History reports cover US-titled vehicles only. This car is registered in Ukraine, so title, salvage and odometer records from the US national title database (NMVTIS) don't apply to it. The registration record, specifications and recall data on this page cost nothing.

At a glance

LocationOdesa, UKRAINE
ColorBlack
Recall campaigns1

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Lincoln
Model
Town CAR
Year
2003
Body style
Sedan
Vehicle type
Passenger car
Displacement
4.6 L
Fuel type
Gasoline / LPG
Country of origin
United States

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 2003 Lincoln Town CAR data →

📋 All factory specifications on file8 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

🏭 Manufacturing & other

sourceua_mvs
Registration regionodesa
Last operation date2023-09-29
Last operation308 - ПЕРЕРЕЄСТРАЦІЯ НА НОВОГО ВЛАСНИКА ЗА ДОГ. КУПIВЛI-ПРОДАЖУ (СГ)
PurposeЗагальний
Engine cc4600
Own weight kg1820
Total weight kg2350

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

What's a 2003 Lincoln Town CAR worth?

What comparable 2003 Lincoln Town CAR vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.

Low
$1,500
Typical price
$3,561
High
$5,800

Most 2003 Lincoln Town CAR listings fall between $1,500 and $5,800, from 48 comparable cars.

Is the seller's price fair? Get this exact VIN's current market value — retail, trade-in & loan value — in the full report.

Exact-VIN valuations are part of the history report, available for US-titled vehicles.

MPG & running costs

U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR.

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,700
FuelRegular
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume112 cu ft
Cargo volume21 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.

Crash-test safety ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR.

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2003 Lincoln Town Car 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2003 Lincoln Town CAR costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,050
Total$20,550
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,561) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,509), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
215.4–221.3 in
Width
78.3 in
Height
59.1 in
Wheelbase
117.7–123.6 in
Curb weight
4,048–4,120 lb
Front track
63.4 in
Rear track
65.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 4

SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD Closed

ON SEPTEMBER 6, 2005, ODI RECEIVED A PETITION REQUESTING THAT THE AGENCY INVESTIGATE ALLEGATIONS OF ENGINE SPARK PLUG EJECTION IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1997 THROUGH 2004 FORD VEHICLES WITH TRITON V-8 AND V-10 ENGINES. ODI RECEIVED A TOTAL OF 474 NON-DUPLICATIVE COMPLAINTS ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WHERE THE COMPLAINANT, OR THE DEALER REPAIRING THE VEHICLE, REPORTED THAT A SPARK PLUG DETACHED FROM THE CYLINDER AND/OR EJECT…

NHTSA #DP05005 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Sep 2005 · closed Jan 2006

REAR AXLE FRACTURE Closed

THIS PE WAS OPENED AFTER ODI BECAME AWARE OF TWO ALLEGATIONS CONCERNING REAR AXLE FRACTURE AND PARTIAL WHEEL SEPARATION INVOLVING MY 2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTORS (CVPI). INITIALLY, THE PE'S SCOPE INVOLVED ALL MY 2003 GRAND MARQUIS, CROWN VICTORIA, AND LINCOLN TOWN CARS (I.E., "PANTHER PLATFORM") PRODUCED THROUGH JANUARY 2003. WHILE GATHERING INFORMATION ABOUT THIS ISSUE, IT BECAME EVIDENT THAT THE FAI…

NHTSA #PE04010 · Power Train · opened Jan 2004 · closed Jul 2004

INADVERTENT SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT Closed

THIS INVESTIGATION IDENTIFIED A TOTAL OF 182 REPORTS ALLEGING INADVERTENT OR NON-CRASH DEPLOYMENT OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS. THE DATA EXAMINED DURING THE INVESTIGATION SUGGEST THAT THE SIDE AIR BAG CRASH SENSING SYSTEM'S ALGORITHM MAY RECOGNIZE CERTAIN NON-CRASH INCIDENTS AS DEPLOYABLE EVENTS. ODI HAS NOT, HOWEVER, IDENTIFIED ANY FAILED COMPONENT THAT RELATES TO THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES. ALSO, ODI HAS NO…

NHTSA #EA03014 · Air Bags · opened Aug 2003 · closed Aug 2004

INADVERTENT SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT Closed

ODI HAS IDENTIFIED 173 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING INADVERTENT OR NON-CRASH DEPLOYMENT OF SIDE AIR BAGS ON MODEL YEAR (MY) 1999-2003 LINCOLN TOWN CARS. MOST OF THE COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT ONE OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT ANY IMPACT. ANALYSIS SHOWED THAT MY 2001 THROUGH EARLY MY 2003 TOWN CARS HAVE MUCH HIGHER COMPLAINT AND WARRANTY CLAIM RATES (138 COMPLAINTS AND 120 WARRANTY CLAIMS) THAN THE REMAINING…

NHTSA #PE03011 · Air Bags · opened Mar 2003 · closed Aug 2003

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 83

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 83.

This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accomp…

Bulletin TSB 20-2233 · Structure · Jul 2020

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Pro…

Bulletin TSB 19-2026 · Structure · Feb 2019

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Pro…

Bulletin TSB 19-2026 · Structure, Equipment · Feb 2019

SOME 1997-2008 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, OR 6.8L 2V ENGINE--SPARK PLUG THREAD REPAIR PROCEDURE--NOT COVERED UNDER NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. *NJ THIS INCLUDES F-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS. UPDATED 2/23/10. *PE

Bulletin 07212 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2007

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 05B31 - INFORMATION ONLY. A POSSIBILITY THAT DURING A HIGH SPEED / HIGH ENERGY REAR COLLISION, CERTAIN COMPONENTS HAVE AN INCREASED RISK OF PUNCTURING THE FUEL TANK ON VEHICLES WITH LIMO PREP PACKAGE LIMO PACKAGE UPGRADE KIT OFFER…

Bulletin 0531 · Structure · May 2007

LIMITED SLIP AXLE CHATTER, SHUDDER, BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNING MANEUVERS. *TT

Bulletin 06216 · Power Train · Jan 2006

WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT

Bulletin 041601 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2005

SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT

Bulletin 042421 · Seat Belts · Jun 2005

DOOR LOCKS BEING INOPERATIVE WHEN USING THE KEYPAD AND/OR REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) FOB - FUSE 2.30 OPENING INTERMITTENTLY.

Bulletin 0567 · Latches/locks/linkages · Apr 2005

SAFETY BELT WEB STOP BUTTON SERVICE. *EH

Bulletin 05310 · Seat Belts · Feb 2005

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the TOWN CAR. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Suspension

Certain Crown Victoria Police Interceptors, Crown Victoria commercial vehicles and Lincoln Town Car fleet vehicles. As opposed to civilian vehicles, the potentially affected vehicles typically input higher loads into the vehicle chassis, including the wheel bearings and axles, as a result of steering, suspension and tire design differences, as well as vehicle usage patterns and…

Transport Canada #2004236 · Jul 2004

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Lincoln Town CAR

The Lincoln Town Car is a model line of full-size luxury sedans that was marketed and produced by the Lincoln division of the American automaker Ford Motor Company. Deriving its name from a limousine body style, Lincoln marketed the Town Car from 1981 to 2011, with the nameplate previously serving as the flagship trim of the Lincoln Continental. Produced across three generations for thirty model years, the Town Car was marketed directly against luxury sedans from Cadillac and Chrysler.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

Safety recall campaigns 1

SUSPENSION:REAR

CERTAIN POLICE, COMMERCIAL, AND PASSENGER VEHICLES SOLD TO FLEETS TYPICALLY INPUT HIGHER LOADS INTO THE VEHICLE CHASSIS OVERLOADING THE WHEEL BEARINGS AND AXLES.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS, SEALS,AND AXLE SHAFTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

NHTSA Campaign #04V328000 · manufacturer #04S16 · 07/07/2004

Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 7 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 201 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

💥 14 involved a crash 🚑 6 reported injuries

Suspension 81 reports

🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Power Train 27 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Vehicle Speed Control 18 reports

🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Steering 16 reports

🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Service Brakes 13 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Structure 12 reports

🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

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Owner complaints 201

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR.

SUSPENSION

[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI #11585759

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the vehicle experienced rough idling. Additionally, the headlights were flickering, and the alternator failed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the powertrain control module (PCM) was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…

NHTSA ODI #11502756

POWER TRAIN,WHEELS

I have had to replace wheel bearing and axle every few months because of premature wear and causing driving to be a safety concern. Once it wears thin, the car shakes and wobbles and the tire almost snapped off twice.

NHTSA ODI #11475616

SUSPENSION

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated while his son was driving on the highway, the accelerator pedal was slightly released; however, the vehicle stopped instantly. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to drive to his destination safely. The vehicle was towed to the contact's workplace. The vehicle was not taken …

NHTSA ODI #11471316

STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES

The rear-end failed does not have tempered axle There was a recall on 2003 lincolns with same problem but when I enter vin It does not pull anything up Lost control of car and had to be towed home have not had it to the dealer yet

NHTSA ODI #11466895

POWER TRAIN

Been trying for about a year to get this safety recall called 4 local ford dealer ships first one said my cars to old they won’t fix the safety recall other don’t give call back I can hear like vibrating in the back where this recall would fix it hopfully it don’t break on me

NHTSA ODI #11465634

STEERING,SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Rear end started a sudden howell and shaking and grinding and the Abs and traction control light came on and brakes and suspension did not want to function properly while driving in traffic as quick as I could I pulled over and it looked like one tire was sticking out of the axel way far So I just pulled over and called for my AAA to to and got towed home t…

NHTSA ODI #11463703

SUSPENSION

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V328000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, vibration sounds were heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The local dealer, All American Ford of Paramus…

NHTSA ODI #11443996

+ 193 more complaints on record.

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Frequently asked questions

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Is the VIN 1LNHM83W33Y660038 valid?

1LNHM83W33Y660038 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR.

Are there safety recalls on the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What is a fair price for a 2003 Lincoln Town CAR?

Comparable 2003 Lincoln Town CAR listings run roughly $1,500–$5,800, typically around $3,561 (from 48 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.

What is the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What fuel economy does the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR get?

The 2003 Lincoln Town CAR has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway).

Recall data checked 7 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.