2006 Lincoln Mark LT
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. Newest first.
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 frontal air bag lower horn plate, the wire insulation may become chafed, creating a potential for a short circuit. if this occurs the air bag warning lamp may…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The driver side frontal air bag could inadvertently deploy increasing the risk of injury or loss of vehicle control if occurring while in motion.
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. repairs will be performed free of charge. this safety recall began on some vehicles in march 2011. the recall campaign on the expanded population IS expected to begin on or about may 9, 2011. owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
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 over time and lose retention force. this condition could allow the hose to become detached from the fitting during an intake manifold backfire. should the hose…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Once the brake booster vacuum reserve IS depleted, the driver will have foundation brake function, but with increased brake pedal effort. reduced vehicle braking could lead to a crash.
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.
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 design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector IS fully…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
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.
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 brake systems.' these vehicles were built with a software error in the instrument cluster.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This error could prevent the antilock brake system (ABS) warning light from illuminating if the ABS module ever became inoperative.
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear to distort or fracture during operation resulting in a loss of wiper function. inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility.
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 lincoln/mercury at 1-800-521-4140.
Owner complaints
31 complaints5 involved a crash1 involved a fire3 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel · Fuel system, gasoline · Visibility/wiper
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated, and the instrument panel failed to display properly. The contact also stated that after refueling the vehicle, there was an abnormally strong gasoline odor…
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated, and the instrument panel failed to display properly. The contact also stated that after refueling the vehicle, there was an abnormally strong gasoline odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the fuel tank could be filled. The contact also stated that the windshield wipers occasionally operated independently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel sensor and the instrument cluster had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
- Service brakes
Brake line located next to steering column IS so close the steering column rubbed and wore a hole into the brake line causing brake failure.
- Engine
The fail safe engine light comes on when driving at any speed or when the fuel gage gets low. I have to turn my truck off, wait a few minutes , then turn it back on for it to cooperate correctly. While the light IS on it drives sluggishly.
- Engine
During a 100K mile tune up, I attempted to change spark plugs. out of 3 plugs, 2 broke off in engine block. the truck was then taken to a mechanic who broke off 3 more. they told me that ford IS very aware of the problem and would not do anything about it. it cost me $800 to have spark plugs…
During a 100K mile tune up, I attempted to change spark plugs. out of 3 plugs, 2 broke off in engine block. the truck was then taken to a mechanic who broke off 3 more. they told me that ford IS very aware of the problem and would not do anything about it. it cost me $800 to have spark plugs removed. now it appears that a part of the old plug broke off into the cylinder head, not removed by original shop, causing more damage that IS currently being looked at by another shop.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Steering
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact lost all brake and power steering functionality. The vehicle was repaired and diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 144,000. The vin was not available.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. While driving 30 mph, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there might be a failure with the air bag module. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.
- Engine
The engine stop running sometimes. It says "engine fail safe mode" need to completely stop and restart the engine.. Then okay.. it happens not only once but few times already..it happens when the car IS in motion..running around 40 to 60 miles mph.
- Engine · Power train
In 2012, we bought a used mark LT with 60K miles. the vehicle since stalled twice after reaching 100K+ miles and draining two battery, shutting down the engine without warning at a low speed and while trying to turn. This rendered the brakes and power steering useless - we just barely avoided…
In 2012, we bought a used mark LT with 60K miles. the vehicle since stalled twice after reaching 100K+ miles and draining two battery, shutting down the engine without warning at a low speed and while trying to turn. This rendered the brakes and power steering useless - we just barely avoided frontal collision with street signs and a bridge as well as almost being rear-ended by driver behind us. Fortunately, both were at low speed and on local rural roads. Also, the vehicle has began hesitating when accelerating mostly @ 45-50 mph. The dealership could not re-create issues after first incident and the diagnostics did not show any error codes. Ford issued tsb's in 2008 describing " the engine problems are the result of defects in the following vehicle systems and components: ...powertrain control module (pcm), ...transmission control module (tcm, ...electronic throttle control (etc) and/or the throttle body assembly" which can lead to the following performance and safety issues " acceleration hesitation, loss of revolutions per minute, stalling, loss of power (incl. Loss of power at high rate of speed), sudden and intermittent deceleration and other similar and potentially life threatening malfunctions." several complaints have been made directly to nhtsa. It IS irresponsible that the oem IS allowed to continue with this practice in the name of profit and IS not required rectify the defects immediately and continues placing customers in danger. The recent gm case should have taught us all a lesson.
- Engine
Faulty code comes on at between 50 _ 60 mph and the sterring and brakes lockes up and engine shuts off
- Engine and engine cooling
While traveling on highway I35 and going 70mph, the vehicle turned off and slowing traffic going 65 to 70 behind me. The error code was engine on safe mode. *tr
- Engine · Service brakes · Steering
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. While driving at approximately 60 mph, the vehicle stalled and the engine fail safe mode warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the steering wheel seized and the brakes failed. The failures recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.
- Latches/locks/linkages
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. The contact stated that the doors could be unlocked by any lincoln mark LT key and not just the key provided for his particular vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 93,000.
- Unknown or other
Purchase vehicle march 17TH 2012 and as of may 08 2012 we still do not have a registration for our vehicle. I called the dmv today (5/08/12) and they have no paperwork for this vehicle. *Tr
- Visibility
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. While examining the vehicle, the contact noticed that the front driver's window dropped down into the door panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the window regulator was replaced. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 75,000.
- Engine and engine cooling
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. The contact stated while driving 55 mph the engine lost power causing the vehicle to stall. The contact merged the vehicle onto the shoulder where it restarted immediately. The engine safe light illuminated each time the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. The contact stated while driving 55 mph the engine lost power causing the vehicle to stall. The contact merged the vehicle onto the shoulder where it restarted immediately. The engine safe light illuminated each time the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer three times for the failure. a diagnostic test was performed; however, there were no codes indicating there was a problem. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 43,000 and the current mileage was 90,300.
- Engine and engine cooling · Power train
I have a powertrain warranty for my truck an ford says I have sludge in engine an I gave them all oil change receipts my warranty IS up in oct 2011 an ford IS dying to fix it please help. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
I picked up my truck from dealership for recall and warranty issues. Drove an hour and a half, parked my car. Returned home that hour and a half, came to a complete stop at a traffic light,close to home. While I was stopped the truck accelerated, now with both feet on the brake, I still hit the car…
I picked up my truck from dealership for recall and warranty issues. Drove an hour and a half, parked my car. Returned home that hour and a half, came to a complete stop at a traffic light,close to home. While I was stopped the truck accelerated, now with both feet on the brake, I still hit the car ahead of me. Fortunately due to my quick reaction, the damage was only to my bumper. None to the other car. I called the dealership and asked them if when they had the dashboard all apart for 2 days, could they have done something? Of course they said no. They told me that my foot was probably on both the accelerator and brake at the same time? I looked at it and they are not that close together. Also I was already at a complete stop when it happened. I am to scared to get close to any car now. I have only drove the car as needed, for fear it might happen again. It's been 2 days now, it has not happened again. Yet. I have been with this truck since it was new, this never happened before. *tr
- Power train
2006 lincoln mark LT went into "engine failsafe mode" for no reason. This created a very dangerous condition with the truck going into an idle. Pulled truck over and restarted engine. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. while driving 55 mph, the engine fail safe mode warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle began to shut down and the power steering failed. the contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to the shoulder. she placed the vehicle in park and then…
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. while driving 55 mph, the engine fail safe mode warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle began to shut down and the power steering failed. the contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to the shoulder. she placed the vehicle in park and then restarted the vehicle. there were no warnings prior to the failure. the vehicle has not been taken to the dealer for inspection. the contact IS in the process of notifying the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 70,000 and current mileage was 71,000.
- Structure › Frame and members · Suspension
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. while driving 45 mph, the suspension loosened and the vehicle dropped to the ground. the tires began to skid and the vehicle struck a mountain and bounced back into traffic. There were no other vehicles involved in the crash. after the vehicle was…
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 lincoln mark LT. while driving 45 mph, the suspension loosened and the vehicle dropped to the ground. the tires began to skid and the vehicle struck a mountain and bounced back into traffic. There were no other vehicles involved in the crash. after the vehicle was inspected, the contact was informed that the front strut was welded incorrectly. the purchase date was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 20,300. updated 01/14/08. *lj upon inspection, the welding was not properly fused to the shaft. Under stress the shaft came apart and locked the wheel. Welding on two sides of the shaft was not sufficient to hold the stress load. Updated *jb
- Air bags › Frontal
While driving 60 mph a car made a left in front of our vehicle hitting us. I had a passenger in the truck with me. The front airbags on the other vehicle went off, while ours failed to do so. Nether the passenger or driver's airbags went off. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
TL*- the contact purchased a 2006 lincoln, it was leaking transmission oil. the vehicle caught fire after repair on 11/14. fire dept said the fire was of unknown origin. the vehicle had been driven 50 miles when the contact stopped to get gas when she noticed smoke entering the passenger…
TL*- the contact purchased a 2006 lincoln, it was leaking transmission oil. the vehicle caught fire after repair on 11/14. fire dept said the fire was of unknown origin. the vehicle had been driven 50 miles when the contact stopped to get gas when she noticed smoke entering the passenger compartment of the car and under the hood. she injured her knee trying to get her grandson out of his car seat. the fire department was call but did not arrive before flames were visible.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages · Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 5 mph, the brake was applied on the vehicle. however, the vehicle accelerated, causing the vehicle to collide with a garage door, causing substantial damage to the door. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who was unable to determine the problem. the…
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 5 mph, the brake was applied on the vehicle. however, the vehicle accelerated, causing the vehicle to collide with a garage door, causing substantial damage to the door. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who was unable to determine the problem. the contact expressed that the cause of the problem was that the brake pedal was too close to the accelerator pedal, causing inadvertent depression of the accelerator pedal when the brake was depressed.
- Visibility › Windshield
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was purchased in a state outside of the where the vehicle resided. There was rusting on the frame of the windshield. When the sales dealer was contacted they referred the contact to the local dealer who referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer…
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was purchased in a state outside of the where the vehicle resided. There was rusting on the frame of the windshield. When the sales dealer was contacted they referred the contact to the local dealer who referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer referred the contact back to the local dealership. the contact was concern that the vehicle showed corrosion in the interior and this problem could be in other places that could not easily seen.
- Steering
Vehicle has vibration in steering when going about 50 mph and vibration gets worse faster the vehicle IS driven. Vehicle has had the vibration from the very first day it was purchased in december of 2005. Was told by the dealsership that vehicle needed tire balancing but that didn't solve the…
Vehicle has vibration in steering when going about 50 mph and vibration gets worse faster the vehicle IS driven. Vehicle has had the vibration from the very first day it was purchased in december of 2005. Was told by the dealsership that vehicle needed tire balancing but that didn't solve the problem. I have taken the vehicle to the dealership about 6 times for the same problem since it was purchased. Dealership replaced two front tires on the lincoln' recmendation but that didn't not solve the problem. They also replaced drive shaft and transmission and steering dampners. They also did a tsb called indexing tires couple of weeks ago but vibration IS still there. I called lincoln out of fraustration and they told me they will get back to me after they speak with somone from the dealership. I recevied a call from lincoln and they told me that they have spoken to dealership and there IS nothing more to be done to the vehicle because ths IS how this type of truck drives. I refuse to accept that a $ 45,000 truck IS suppose to drive like this. I have searched this issue in ford and lincoln forms and this IS wide spread problem across both brands from ford motor company. *nm
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11005305This article supersedes TSB 22-2219 to update the Parts List and Service Procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. This may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (IWE). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to remove and cap the vacuum supply line or to reprogram the transfer case control module (TCCM) and replace any worn vacuum and/or IWE components.
- 10165713Some 2002-2008 F-Super Duty, F-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or after programing the VSM. The programming may fail or vehicle symptoms such as inoperative door locks, dome lamps, door ajar indicators or auto lamps may occur after successful programing. To ensure the VSM is configured correctly, use the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) scan tool and select the blue ball and socket icon in the upper left corner. Select the utility knife in the bottom left corner. Select Update/Special Function and enter 53061 in the blue box then press the tick mark. The screen will go back to the system utilities page. Navigate to the toolbox tab and run the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) on the VSM. The procedure will prompt you to manually enter the as-built into the VSM. Obtain the as-built data from PTS > OASIS > As-Built.
- 10165335This SKU is a Transmission Oil Cooler Line. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for the port size being too large. If the port size is too large it will not fit the mating component which would prevent installation, and would therefore have no impact on the end user besides time to complete installation.
- 10156863Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
- 10155551Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
- 10143079Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft roller follower(s) requiring replacement, replace all of the camshaft roller followers on both banks/cylinder heads with part number 3L3Z-6564-A, not just the faulty roller follower(s). When replacing the camshaft roller followers, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01.
- 10109070The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) when appropriate. Using these PIDs for diagnostics will lead to inaccurate results and improper ETB replacements. If a concern is intermittent and no DTCs are present, refer to historical DTCs and the PC/ED, Section 3 No DTCs Present Index chart for further information.
- 10109021When ordering a 2005 to 2008 remanufactured 5.4L 3v or 6.8L 3v engine, spark plug boots may be provided in the packaging. Replace all black spark plug boots from the original engine with the 'brown' spark plug boots, as provided. The updated 'brown' spark plug boots are longer than the black boots to accommodate a running change in the spark plug length. The ignition coil bodies and spring/resistor are transferable and only the rubber boots require replacement. Failure to install the spark plug boots provided with the replacement engine could lead to drivability concerns.
- 10092370Some 2004-2014 F-150 and 2006-2008 mark LT vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive (4WD) may exhibit noisy or engaged front hubs when operating in two-wheel drive (2WD) mode. Follow the service procedure steps to correct the condition.
- 10056148Lincoln/ford: when driving from idle up to 1200 rpm, there may be an intermittent rattle noise coming from engine. 2004-2013 F-150, F-250, F-350, expedition, mark LT, navigator.
- 10045340Ford/lincoln/mercury: if battery was disconnected or dead, vehicles/trucks may experience hard starts and engine idle rpm fluctuation and exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0505, p0506, p2111 and p2112.
- 10039074Ford: there may be chaffing on a wire harness between the clockspring and driver airbag which cause the airbag warning light to come on.
- 10029205Ford/mercury/lincoln: vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms: drive away hesitation, loss of rpm on deceleration, difficulty starting, and/or idle rpm less than desired. The F53 motorhome chassis IS included.
- 10024843Intermittent vehicle vibration--parking brake disengagement concerns.
- 100248284.6L/5.4l--mil p0506 and/or p0505--hesitation/loss of rpm/difficulty starting/low idle rpm.
- 10024324Erratic fuel gauge operation - mil on --dtcs p040/p0463 or instrument cluster module dtc b1201--vehicles built before 12/3/2007.
- 10023854High pressure power steering line seepage-cold climates only (excluding heritage F-150).
- 10022655Erratic fuel gauge operation mil/dtc p0460/1/2/3 and/or instrument cluster dtc b1201 or b1204 updated 10/04/07.
- 10022160Vibration from the driveline at highway speeds.
- 100201754X4 front differential bracket repair.
- 10019947Neutral tow capability - service kit requirements.
- 10019797New door edge protector - built after 2/1/2006.
- 10019074Vsm programming - service procedure update.
- 10018951Driveshaft slip-bump on deceleration or acceleration from a stop.
- 10018938Vibration diagnosis - tire/wheel runout.
- 10018934Neutral tow capability -- service kit requirements.
- 10017937Steering column rattle/clunking while driving over rough surfaces and when turning the steering wheel.
- 10017935Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and/or various driveability conditions - 5.4L 3-valve engine - vehicles built before 4/20/2005.
- 10017933Harsh 3-2 downshift between 17-25 mph (27-40 km/h) - no dtcs - 4r75e automatic transmission - vehicles built before 4/20/2005.
- 10017923Service wiring harness replacement guidelines - service tips.
- 10017802Mil on-various driveability conditions-5.4l 3-valve engine-vehicles built before 4/20/2005.
- 10016794Shudder/vibration on moderate to hard acceleration.
- 100142561ST order vibration from the driveline at highway speeds.
- 10014252Vehicle/steering wheel vibration at 50 mph (80 km/h) or higher - steering wheel nibble at 65 mph (105 km/h) or higher.
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