2003 Lincoln Zephyr Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 23, 2013 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Zephyr years
Not enough data 4th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Lincoln Zephyr. That ranks 4th out of 8 Zephyr model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Lincoln Zephyr
Lincoln Zephyr 1939 at Shanghai Auto Museum. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: emperornie, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 Lincoln Zephyr problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2003 Lincoln Zephyr recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Lincoln Zephyr.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

2003 lincoln zephyr. Consumer writes in regards to transmission problems. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle would not pick up speed, when driving up a hill. At times, the vehicle would then coast several feet. The consumers handwriting is illegible.

Power Train · received Sep 23, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10544753

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Lincoln Zephyr?

Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Lincoln Zephyr?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Lincoln Zephyr a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Zephyr model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.