2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

207

Owner Complaints

20 Crashes 1 Fire

2

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

3

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR

The 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR has received a total of 207 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT, STEERING. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (56 complaints), Seat Belts (32 complaints), and Vehicle Speed Control (25 complaints).

Recalls for the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR

NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, potentially affecting up to 391,888 vehicles.

Recall 14V704000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT

| 36,888 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may...

Consequence: Improper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of...

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Recall 13V385000 — STEERING

| 355,000 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,...

Consequence: If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower...

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Owner Complaints for the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR

207 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Most Recent Complaints

#11626487 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that after it rained, rainwater entered the vehicle, soaking the rear passenger’s and rear driver's side seats. The contact removed the debris around the doors, but the failure persisted. Additionally, the front driver's seat remained extremely hot even after the seat heater was turned off. The contact stated that the dealer had previously replaced the intake manifold; however, the failure recurred, and the vehicle made an abnormal sound while being started. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
#11626487 | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | | N/A miles
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that after it rained, rainwater entered the vehicle, soaking the rear passenger’s and rear driver's side seats. The contact removed the debris around the doors, but the failure persisted. Additionally, the front driver's seat remained extremely hot even after the seat heater was turned off. The contact stated that the dealer had previously replaced the intake manifold; however, the failure recurred, and the vehicle made an abnormal sound while being started. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
#11590333 | POWER TRAIN | | 91,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he was unable to shift into the intended gear. The contact stated that the gear shifter had seized. The contact stated the steering shaft was maneuvered until the gear shifter unlocked. There was an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the local dealer was contacted; however, no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.
#11551039 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | | 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the engine made an abnormally loud sound. The contact stated upon shifting into drive(D), the vehicle accelerated unintendedly down the steep driveway. The contact continuously depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact then turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring intermittently while driving. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
#11511066 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | N/A miles
Fuel Tank Strap broke leaving only 1 strap to hold fuel tank in place. Multiple complaints filed but no recall. What are you waiting for? Someone to die in a fire? This needs to be addressed with a nationwide recall.

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Safety Rating for the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR

Ford Motor Company has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

TSB 20-2233 — STRUCTURE

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 accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended.

06B39 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER (TOC) BYPASS VALVE THAT MAY STICK IN THE CLOSED POSITION, INHIBITING TRANSMISSION COOLING AND POTENTIALLY CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO OVERHEAT. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 06B39. *TT

06203 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

ENGINE COOLING FAN INOPERATIVE - ENGINE OVERHEATING - POOR A/C PERFORMANCE. *KB

NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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