1982 Lincoln Town CAR
Only 2 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 50 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 99 |
| 1989 | 89 |
| 1990 | 209 |
| 1991 | 155 |
| 1992 | 249 |
| 1993 | 176 |
| 1994 | 155 |
| 1995 | 165 |
| 1996 | 259 |
| 1997 | 314 |
| 1998 | 154 |
| 1999 | 148 |
| 2000 | 108 |
| 2001 | 161 |
| 2002 | 65 |
| 2003 | 201 |
| 2004 | 83 |
| 2005 | 119 |
| 2006 | 143 |
| 2007 | 84 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: visibility.
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PURCHASED USED CAR, DEALER DIDN'T TELL HER THE CAR WAS SAVAGE VEHICLE HAVING ALL PROBLEMS, SUCH AS HEATER CORE FAILURE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950202
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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PURCHASED USED CAR, HAD TO REPLACE BRAKES SEVERAL TIMES. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950202
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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PURCHASED USED CAR, WAS NOT INFORMED BY DEALER OF ALTERNATOR FAILURE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950202
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1982 Lincoln Town CAR — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1982 Lincoln Town CAR 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 1982 Lincoln Town CAR?
The most-reported component is visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1982 Lincoln Town CAR have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.