2009 Lincoln Town Car Problems
Shopping for a used 2009 Lincoln Town Car? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 5 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Unintended Acceleration the most reported area.
Before you buy
This 2009 Lincoln Town Car has 5 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Unintended Acceleration.
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2009 Lincoln Town Car Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2009 Lincoln Town Car.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2009 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car has 5 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Unintended Acceleration. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Lincoln
- Model
- Town Car
- Model year
- 2009
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 5
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Unintended Acceleration
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 19
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 16 / 24
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Common problems
Most common 2009 Lincoln Town Car problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Unintended Acceleration
Engine Problems
Steering Defects
Complaint patterns center on Unintended Acceleration, Engine Problems, Steering Defects. 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car?
The 2009 Lincoln Town Car looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
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 2009 Lincoln Town Car
Inspection Focus
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, especially related to unintended acceleration and airbags.
- Request service records for engine and steering components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the throttle system and engine for any reported issues.
- Test drive to check for unintended acceleration or steering anomalies.
Before You Close the Deal
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, especially related to unintended acceleration and airbags.
- Request service records for engine and steering components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the throttle system and engine for any reported issues.
- Test drive to check for unintended acceleration or steering anomalies.
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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2009 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
Based on 5 NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Lincoln Town Car, issues appear concentrated in unintended acceleration and engine problems, each with 2 reports. Steering defects and airbag malfunctions each account for 1 complaint. With no crash-related complaints and low data volume, these patterns should be interpreted cautiously.
- Unintended acceleration and engine problems each account for 2 of the 5 total complaints.
- Steering defects and airbag malfunctions each account for 1 complaint.
- No crash-related complaints were reported for the 2009 model year.
- Unintended Acceleration
- Engine Problems
- Steering Defects
Full breakdown
All 2009 Lincoln Town Car complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Lincoln Town Car. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
TAKATA RECALL. THE CAR ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN WHEN HITTING THE BRAKES., WHILE IN MOTION. ( PERIODICALLY.)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION OF THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 13V385000 (STEERING); HOWEVER ,THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED UNDER THE RECALL SINCE THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…
AS I WAS APPROACHING MY LEFT TURN INTO THE COMMUNITY I LIVE IN AND DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, I STEPPED ONTO THE BRAKE AND THE CAR ENGINE STARTED ACCELERATING. THERE WAS A VEHICLE APPROACHING IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION WHICH WAS THE REASON I WAS TRYING TO STOP. I PUSHED DOWN ON THE B…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED, FOLLOWED BY AN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AND THE SPEED INCREASED TO APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. THE GEAR WAS SHIFTED FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL AND THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO SLOW DOWN.…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHEN A PASSENGER SITS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT THE AIR BAG DEACTIVATION LIGHT WILL COME ON EVEN WHEN THE APPROPRIATE WEIGHT IS OCCUPYING THE SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WEI…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2009 Lincoln Town Car.
Safety recalls
2009 Lincoln Town Car recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2009 Lincoln Town Car. 3 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.
STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT
STEERING
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
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Questions
2009 Lincoln Town Car buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2009 Lincoln Town Car reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 5 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2009 Lincoln Town Car looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car?▾
#1: Unintended Acceleration (2 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (2 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Lincoln Town Car?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2009 Lincoln Town Car?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2009 Lincoln Town Car, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 5 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2009 Lincoln Town Car have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2009 Lincoln Town Car. A major recall area is STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT. 3 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car?▾
The 2009 Lincoln Town Car looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. 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 Unintended Acceleration 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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