MYRModel Year Report

1985 Lincoln Town CAR

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1985 Lincoln Town CAR
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:02:16.222Z

Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln Town CAR Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1980: 1 complaints 1980 1981: 1 complaints 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 4 complaints 1984: 15 complaints 1984 1985: 21 complaints 1985 1986: 50 complaints 1987: 32 complaints 1988: 99 complaints 1988 1989: 90 complaints 1990: 209 complaints 1991: 157 complaints 1992: 249 complaints 1992 1993: 178 complaints 1994: 159 complaints 1995: 166 complaints 1996: 259 complaints 1996 1997: 314 complaints 1998: 154 complaints 1999: 148 complaints 2000: 108 complaints 2000 2001: 161 complaints 2002: 65 complaints 2003: 201 complaints 2004: 83 complaints 2004 2005: 119 complaints 2006: 143 complaints 2007: 84 complaints 2008: 20 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2010: 13 complaints 2011: 6 complaints 2011
1985: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
19801
19811
19822
19834
198415
198521
198650
198732
198899
198990
1990209
1991157
1992249
1993178
1994159
1995166
1996259
1997314
1998154
1999148
2000108
2001161
200265
2003201
200483
2005119
2006143
200784
200820
20095
201013
20116

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and switch.

FIRE INJURY
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THE CAR BURNED UP FROM THE HARNESS UNDER THE DASH. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960418

WHILE DRIVING AT 32 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND THE BRAKES FAILED. DEALERS NOTIFIED.*AK CONSUMER HAD A SHORT IN THE WIRE. HER CONCERN WAS THAT SHE COULDN'T STOP THE VEHICLE AFTER A WHILE. *PH *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030916

TIRES

4 of 21 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

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TIRE FAILURE: ABNORMAL BELT SEPARATION. PHOTO AND TIRE IS AVAILABLE. SEARS GUARDSMAN, RESPONSE XL, P215/75R15. 78615, DOT#CHHF244. ALSO, THERE WERE LARGE CRACKS WITHIN THE TREAD.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20060125

STEERING

2 of 21 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

FIRE INJURY
STRUCTURE

2 of 21 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and door.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and gasoline.

FIRE INJURY DEATH
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CARBON MONOXIDE FUMES FROM DEFECTIVE CATALYTIC EXHAUST SYSTEM, CAUSING INJURY/DEATH. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19950713

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19870817 — DP (closed 19871023)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19880115 — PE (closed 19880502)

NON COLLISION FIRES

R 19910604 — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIMOUSINES BUILT BY EMPIRE COACH. VEHICLE ALTERERS LABEL MAY BE MISSING OR INCOMPLETE.

Remedy: ADD COMPLIANCE LABEL.

Campaign 90V093000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Lincoln Town CAR — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V093000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1987 ▲ 1986 ▲ 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 1997 ◆ 1992 ◆ 1996

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FAQ

Is the 1985 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 1985 Lincoln Town CAR?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Lincoln Town CAR have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.