2006 Lincoln Town Car Problems
Shopping for a used 2006 Lincoln Town Car? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 143 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions the most reported area.
Before you buy
This 2006 Lincoln Town Car has 143 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2006 Lincoln Town Car Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2006 Lincoln Town Car trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2006 Lincoln Town Car Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2006 Lincoln Town Car has 143 owner complaints, 12 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Lincoln
- Model
- Town Car
- Model year
- 2006
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 143
- Crash-related complaints
- 12
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 18
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 23
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Common problems
Most common 2006 Lincoln Town Car problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Seat Belt Issues
Unintended Acceleration
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Seat Belt Issues, Unintended Acceleration. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2006 Lincoln Town Car?
The 2006 Lincoln Town Car shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2006 Lincoln Town Car
Inspection Focus
- Inspect airbag system for any warning lights or prior repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for seat belt and airbag components.
- Have a mechanic inspect throttle and brake systems for unintended acceleration concerns.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect airbag system for any warning lights or prior repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for seat belt and airbag components.
- Have a mechanic inspect throttle and brake systems for unintended acceleration concerns.
Check the exact car
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2006 Lincoln Town Car, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2006 Lincoln Town Car are concentrated in airbag and seat belt systems, with a notable number of unintended acceleration reports. Crash-related complaints are present but represent a small fraction of total reports. The data suggests potential issues with safety restraint systems and powertrain control.
- Airbag Malfunctions account for the largest share of complaints at 58 reports.
- Seat Belt Issues are the second most reported component with 35 complaints.
- Unintended Acceleration has 26 complaints, indicating a possible trend in powertrain or electronic systems.
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Seat Belt Issues
- Unintended Acceleration
Full breakdown
All 2006 Lincoln Town Car complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Lincoln Town Car. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 58 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 35 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 26 | 5 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 21 | 5 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 13 | 3 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 9 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2006 Lincoln Town Car. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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'…
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…
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 …
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.
When the foot was on the brake in stopped position, the accelator kept revving at high level. The only way to correct it the problem was to turn off the vehicle.
Want to report similar problem others seem to be reporting. When starting the car you hear 5 chimes/beeps repeating five times. The airbag light remains lit the entire time. On extended trips the chimes/beeps comes on again roughly every thirty minutes. Being directly linked to t…
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while in his driveway, the manifold plate detached into the steering shaft however, he was able to remove the part. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer wa…
When braking to stop there was sudden acceleration that braking could not control resulting in hitting the rear of a stopped car in front of me. This has happened in the past with no warning. It usually happens when braking, but not always. I have had the car to a Ford dealershi…
WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A LOCAL HIGHWAY, THERE WAS AN UNCOMMANDED MOVEMENT OF THE FOOT PEDAL ADJUSTMENT. THE PEDALS RETRACTED AWAY FROM MY FEET TO THE MAXIMUM STOP FURTHEST AWAY, WHICH PUT THEM OUT OF MY REACH AND RENDERED IT NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO ACTIV…
AS SO MANY PEOPLE HAVE EXPERIENCED, MY 2006 TOWN CAR HAS HAD THE ORANGE ILLUMINATED AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASH , ALONG WITH THE 5 CHIMES OVER AND OVER. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR YEARS, AND I'M SHOCKED TO SEE HOW PREVALENT IT ACTUALLY IS. SHAME SHAME LINCOLN.
I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON A CITY STREET AND SUDDENLY I LOST CONTROL AND RAN INTO A POLE.
SEATBELT SENSOR ON OUR 06 LINCOLN TOWN CAR FAILED AND REPLACEMENT COST TO REPLACE THE SENSOR IS VERY PROHIBITIVE. I READ MANY COMPLAINTS WITH THIS SAME ISSUE, SO I BELIEVE FORD/LINCOLN SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO RECALL AND REPLACE SAID EQUIPMENT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING COLUMN WAS COMING APART AND THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED WHILE DRIVING AND PARKING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A PREVIOUS RECALL REPAIR FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V385000 (STEERING) WAS PERFORME…
WARNING LIGHT FOR AIRBAG CAME ON SUDDENLY YESTERDAY WITH NO INCIDENT, LIGHT STAYS ON AND 5 SETS OF BEEPS REPEATING 5 TIMES OCCURS, THIS OCCURRED AFTER THE CAR WAS STARTED AND BEEPS STARTED AFTER DRIVING... AFTER TURNING OFF VEHICLE AND TURNING BACK ON IT CONTINUES TO EXHIBIT SAME…
UNEXPECTED ENGINE RUN AWAY. ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS THE ENGINE HAS GONE TO MAX RPM AS THE CAR IS BEING SHIFTED INTO GEAR. ONLY THE FACT THAT I HAD MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL KEPT THE CAR FROM MOVING. THE BRAKES KEPT THE FRONT WHEELS LOCKED BUT THE REAR WHEEL OR WHEELS WER…
WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE CAR KEPT WANTING TO ACCELERATE. I HAD TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND PUT THE CAR IN N THEN TURN IT OFF. I WAS STOPPING AT A LIGHT. THIS HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE WITH THIS VEHICLE.
THE FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY DEVELOPS PINHOLES IN IT AND GASOLINE FUEL LEAKS ON THE MANIFOLD AND ENGINE AND CAN START A CAR FIRE. THE FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY HAS FAILED ON A LOT OF THESE CARS. THE FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY FAILS ON ITS OWN. THERE IS NO WEAR AND TEAR ON THIS IETM. FORD HAS NOT …
MY 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR ONLY HAS 45,000 MILES ON IT AND IS KEPT IN A GARAGE. THE FIRST INCIDENT WAS WITH MY FAMILY ON VACATION IN SOUTH DAKOTA. THE GAS PEDAL STUCK DOWN TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN ACCELERATING BY ITSELF. WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE VEHICLE SPEED REACHE…
AIRBAG AND SEATBELT ORANGE COLORED LIGHT HAS COME ON DASHBOARD; 5 CHIMES X 5 TIMES STARTING CAR AND EVERY HALF HOUR THEREAFTER; CAR TO GARAGE, ON DIAGNOSTIC COMPUTER, FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT REMOVED; SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER BAD; UNKNOWN WITH AIRBAG; DEALERSHIP STATES CAR IS OUT OF WAR…
AIRBAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND STAYS ON DURING DRIVING WAS TOLD IT IS CODE 33 AND AIRBAG IS NOT ACTIVATED.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2006 Lincoln Town Car.
Safety recalls
2006 Lincoln Town Car recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2006 Lincoln Town Car. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
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Questions
2006 Lincoln Town Car buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2006 Lincoln Town Car reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 143 owner complaints, 12 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2006 Lincoln Town Car shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lincoln Town Car?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (58 complaints). #2: Seat Belt Issues (35 complaints). #3: Unintended Acceleration (26 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Lincoln Town Car?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2006 Lincoln Town Car?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2006 Lincoln Town Car, NHTSA complaints include 12 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 143 total complaints. 7 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2006 Lincoln Town Car have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2006 Lincoln Town Car. A major recall area is STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2006 Lincoln Town Car?▾
The 2006 Lincoln Town Car shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Airbag Malfunctions during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Lincoln Town Car reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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