1988 Lincoln Continental electrical system problems
33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1988 Lincoln Continental — 39% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Instrument panel light will not come on until consumer pushes on throttle switch. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak”
filed Jun 28, 2002
“Consumer stated vehicle had an ignition problem that caused vehicle to stall, dealer replaced the ignition module, consumer is requesting reimbursement since manufacturer is aware of ignition problem.*jb”
filed May 14, 2002
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
99222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 18, 1999Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
98246 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 7, 1998
Electrical System problems in other Continental years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Continental | 5 | 16% |
| 2017 Continental | 14 | 19% |
| 2002 Continental | 1 | 3% |
| 2001 Continental | 6 | 19% |
| 2000 Continental | 9 | 14% |
| 1998 Continental | 7 | 10% |
| 1997 Continental | 7 | 7% |
| 1996 Continental | 3 | 6% |
| 1995 Continental | 7 | 10% |
| 1994 Continental | 15 | 8% |
| 1993 Continental | 7 | 6% |
| 1992 Continental | 10 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1988 Lincoln Continental
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.