2006 Lincoln Mark LT

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2006 Lincoln Mark LT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:40.827Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Complaints
31
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

2005: 1 complaint 2005 2006: 31 complaints 2006 31 2007: 7 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008
2005: 1 complaint 2005 2006: 31 complaints 2006 31 2007: 7 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008
2005: 1 complaint 2005 2006: 31 complaints 2006 31 2007: 7 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008

2006: 31 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20051
200631
20077
20082

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

19% · 6 reports
FIREINJURY

Engine

19% · 6 reports

Power train

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Dt*: the contact stated on 6/16/2006,while stopped, the engine began reving, making a sound (Whua, whua, whua, whumph), and then lunged forward. At the same time the breaks failed. There have been 20 occurances, including 6 accidents.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-06-28

Also filed under Service brakes, air

Steering

13% · 4 reports

Suspension

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing front.

CRASH

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2005-11-22Visibility05V520000 On certain trucks, passenger cars and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease being applied to the output shaft gear.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. The recall began on November 22, 2005. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 or…

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    2006-02-27Interior lighting06V033000 Certain pickup trucks fail to comply with either the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 105, 'hydraulic and electric brake systems' or FMVSS No. 135, 'passenger car…

    Remedy: Dealers will recalibrate the instrument cluster in these vehicles. The recall began on February 27, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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    2006-08-04Fuel system, gasoline06E056000 Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n F65277, shipped from January 16 through June 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect…

    Remedy: Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2006. Owners may contact ufi filters USA at 800-230-5876.

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    2008-06-27Service brakes, hydraulic08V208000 Ford is recalling 605,684 my 2005-2006 f-150 and Lincoln Mark LT vehicles equipped with 5.4L 3-valve engines. The brake booster vacuum supply hose attached to the intake manifold fitting may swell…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace a rubber hose on the brake booster vacuum supply tube assembly. The recall began on June 27, 2008. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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    2011-03-23Air bags11V107000 Ford is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 f-150 pick up trucks as well as certain model year 2006 Lincoln Mark LT vehicles. If the clockspring jumper wire comes in contact with the driver side…

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicles to a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer to have a new clockspring jumper wire installed that incorporates a protective mesh cover.…

Buy-smart checklist

2006 Lincoln Mark LT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 05V520000 · Visibility
  • Recall 06V033000 · Interior lighting
  • Recall 06E056000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 08V208000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 11V107000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.