1991 Lincoln Town CAR
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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 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 | 90 |
| 1990 | 209 |
| 1991 | 157 |
| 1992 | 249 |
| 1993 | 178 |
| 1994 | 159 |
| 1995 | 166 |
| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
36% of complaints: service brakes — 57 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DUE TO A BRAKE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141112
14% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING EASTBOUND US INTERSTATE 40 IN OKLAHOMA CITY,OK MY 1991 LINCOLN TOWNCAR CAUGHT ON FIRE AND STOPPED RUNNING, AFTER I PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND PUT THE FIRE OUT, THE CAR WOULD NOT START BACK UP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100110
ENGINE FAILED DUE TO OIL DEPRIVATION. *SD
NHTSA ODI report, 19940701
13% of complaints: visibility — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing power window devices and controls and windshield.
12% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing linkages and accelerator pedal.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950420
11% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing latch.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE HOOD LATCH FRACTURED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150129
SAFETY TIMELINE
DISTORTED FUEL LINES IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY CONTACT THE STEERING COLUMN UNIVERSAL JOINT AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: REPOSITION FUEL LINE TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH UNIVERSAL JOINT; IF FUEL LINES ARE ALREADY DAMAGED, REPAIR OR REPLACE FUEL LINES.
Campaign 91V008000 — check if this car was fixed
HOOD LATCH FAILURE
THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY NOT ENGAGE WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.
Remedy: INSTALL A NEW HOOD LATCHING ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 91V147000 — check if this car was fixed
CORROSION OF THE HOOD LATCH STRIKER PLATE CAUSES DETACHMENT OF THE PLATE FROM THE HOOD ASSEMBLY RESULTING IN AN UNEXPECTED OPENING OF THE HOOD WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW HOOD INNER PANEL REINFORCEMENT AND A NEW, GALVANIZED HOOD LATCH STRIKER PLATE.
Campaign 95V091000 — check if this car was fixed
THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY NOT ENGAGE WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 95V151000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 1996-1999 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE, FLEET, NATURAL GAS, AND 1996-1999 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINE VEHICLES THAT WERE PRODUCED WITH A LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT CONTAIN
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS (2).
Campaign 98V322000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Lincoln Town CAR — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (57 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 91V008000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V147000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V091000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V151000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V322000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Lincoln Town CAR reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Lincoln Town CAR is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Lincoln Town CAR?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Lincoln Town CAR have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.