Model year guide

2006 Lincoln Town Car

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Lincoln Town Car is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 19 on record.

2006 Lincoln Town Car — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Lincoln Town Car at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints143
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$5,388

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2006 Lincoln Town Car recalls 2

Steering:rack And Pinion:pinion Shaft NHTSA Campaign #14V704000 · 05/11/2014

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 not have been correctly perfor…

Fix: 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 charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. …

Steering NHTSA Campaign #13V385000 · 29/08/2013

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, Ne…

Fix: 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 intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced …

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2006 Lincoln Town Car common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2006 Lincoln Town Car MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,400

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Lincoln Town Car worth?

Low
$1,100
Typical price
$5,388
High
$8,400

From 18 comparable 2006 Lincoln Town Car listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Lincoln Town Car costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,400
Total$20,400
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,388) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,005), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Lincoln Town Car trims & engines on record

Trims
Signature · Signature Limited
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl 239 hp

2006 Lincoln Town Car vehicles on record

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Other Lincoln Town Car model years

2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1988

2006 Lincoln Town Car — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Lincoln Town Car have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2006 Lincoln Town Car. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lincoln Town Car?

Based on 143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, air bags, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Lincoln Town Car get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Lincoln Town Car at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2006 Lincoln Town Car worth?

Comparable 2006 Lincoln Town Car listings run roughly $1,100–$8,400, typically around $5,388 (from 18 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.