2006 Lincoln Zephyr
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. Newest first.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion, Lincoln Zephyr, Lincoln MKZ, 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKX vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 9, 2021 for the passenger side, and November 14, 2022 for the driver side. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S12.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners of the recall and that parts are not yet available began mailing March 1, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S01.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Ford Ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles, and 2005-2011 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Ford mailed interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available on July 15, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S01.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain all weather driver side accessory floor mats sold for use in model year 2006-2011 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2007-2011 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 9, 2007, through October 31, 2010. The affected floor mats may move and possibly interfere with the accelerator pedal.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The floor mat could shift such that it could interfere with the accelerator pedal, preventing its return to an idle position, which could result in unintended vehicle speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement mats, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S07. NOTE: Vehicles built after October 31, 2010, while potentially equipped with the same floor mats, are equipped with a Brake Over Accelerator (BOA) feature that prevents simultaneous accelerator and brake application, allowing the vehicle to be safely stopped by pressing firmly and steadily on the brake pedal.
Owner complaints
229 complaints9 involved a crash1 involved a fire12 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
I tool my car in for a recall, they said they could not fix the recall cux it was too rusted. They said the wouldn't even put it on a lift cuz of the rust, however it was just on a lift a week ago at an auto shop. Also when I dropped off my car the air conditioner blower worked, I go to pick it up…
I tool my car in for a recall, they said they could not fix the recall cux it was too rusted. They said the wouldn't even put it on a lift cuz of the rust, however it was just on a lift a week ago at an auto shop. Also when I dropped off my car the air conditioner blower worked, I go to pick it up and turn it on and nothing, I call and ask and they tell me they only touched the steering wheel, I said to him then why was power cux to my vehicle? You didn't disconnect the battery or anything he said no, however when I left the car with then it was on 9.83 fm radio and when I got it back it was on a 500 station from am radio. So I know power was cut somehow. I need to know what to do. I can't keep driving with my brakes like this.
- Air bags
The airbag sensor light is indicating a sensor needs replacement. I have replaced airbags on both the driver and passenger side due to recall. Diagnostics state it is the sensor, passenger side. I have attempted to have repaired, and after 5 weeks and 4 mechanics, no one can seem to get the new sensor to connect to the system and work properly. I did not have a vehicle for weeks! PLEASE HELP!
- Service brakes, hydraulic
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph and making a turn, an unknown truck crashed head-on into the vehicle. There were no warning indicator lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be driven after the crash. A police report was filed.…
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph and making a turn, an unknown truck crashed head-on into the vehicle. There were no warning indicator lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be driven after the crash. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to his tongue and neck but medical attention was not provided. There were no reported fire or air bag deployments. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted.The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 ( Air bags) after the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
- Air bags
The contact owned a 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list as he no longer owns the vehicle. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.
- Forward collision avoidance › Warnings · Lane departure › Warning · Unknown or other
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- Service brakes, hydraulic
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was then taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with the brake caliper needing to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that unless…
The contact owns a 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was then taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with the brake caliper needing to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that unless the caliper was fixed, the recall repair would not be performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure but provided no further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.
- Air bags
on May 17, 2021 I was involved in a wreck which the airbags did not deploy after impact. There is a police report and an insurance claim pending on the wreck.
- Service brakes
On april 21, 2021 I took my car to bob thomas lincoln, 310 w coliseum blvd, fort wayne, indiana 46805 phone (260) 482-9876 invoice# 687347 for nhtsa safety recall 19v-904 which calls for the brake system to be pressure flushed with dot 4 brake fluid, this did not happen as when we got the car back…
On april 21, 2021 I took my car to bob thomas lincoln, 310 w coliseum blvd, fort wayne, indiana 46805 phone (260) 482-9876 invoice# 687347 for nhtsa safety recall 19v-904 which calls for the brake system to be pressure flushed with dot 4 brake fluid, this did not happen as when we got the car back the brake system reservoir was over filled and the brake fluid was very rust colored with numerous black particles suspended in the fluid not the clear or translucent fluid that would indicate the fluid had been pressure flushed, I called bob thomas lincoln and got the big run around.
- Unknown or other · Visibility/wiper
Dashboard on vehicle IS warped defroster vent IS out windshield does not defrost properly obstructs vision while driving
- Air bags
I have an email saying my car has a possible driver air bag defect.give more information please
- Service brakes
Manufac recall #19s54 nhta reccall #19v904 master cylinder valve. my vehicle has not been repaired yet and first information was that it was expected to be done in late 2020 now 3RD month in2021. What IS the time frame for repairs at this date. IS there progress being made? At this time brakes are working ok
- Air bags · Service brakes · Structure › Body
I came to a stop on the side of a grocery storeand applied the brake before turning the car off. The next thing I k new the car was headed toward wall. The car hit the wall b with force that employed my air bag.and damaged the front of my car. This IS not the only incident I have had with the brakes . I always try to drive a car length from the car in front of me for fear of the brakes malfuncting....
- Air bags
I have an airbag light that comes on in this car, there IS supposed to be extended coverage from when they replaced it the first time under warranty for 1ST recall, dealer trying to say I might have to pay to diag it because it could be unrelated, but also I just read an article dated 1/22/2021…
I have an airbag light that comes on in this car, there IS supposed to be extended coverage from when they replaced it the first time under warranty for 1ST recall, dealer trying to say I might have to pay to diag it because it could be unrelated, but also I just read an article dated 1/22/2021 stating there IS another airbag recall for 2006 zepyhr but my vin isnt showing up. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35283747/ford-airbag-recall-3-million/
- Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
The car has 82,000 miles on it. the throttle position sensor seems to be acting up. After researching this issue on the net, it appears this has been an issue since 04 with fords. in addition, they are on the 3RD generation sensor. I was driving normal speeds, then the warning light came on…
The car has 82,000 miles on it. the throttle position sensor seems to be acting up. After researching this issue on the net, it appears this has been an issue since 04 with fords. in addition, they are on the 3RD generation sensor. I was driving normal speeds, then the warning light came on, killing the power to the engine, put me in a precarious situation on a 45 50 mile an hr road. Since this known issue since 04, seems like ford should replace this. it's a 20 dollar part, retail, but with this motor, you have to buy a totally rebuilt throttle body for 200+. it IS dangerous because it can slow the car right down as you are driving. if you shut the motor off, it 'repairs' itself and works normally.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Service brakes · Suspension
The traction control light comes on all the time. When you take off the car IS gutless no power. Until you hit traction control off. Sometimes does it after. Bit. Someone almost hit me pulling out from the gas station last night again, due to no power! It also messes with the shifting due to the…
The traction control light comes on all the time. When you take off the car IS gutless no power. Until you hit traction control off. Sometimes does it after. Bit. Someone almost hit me pulling out from the gas station last night again, due to no power! It also messes with the shifting due to the traction control ive put everything into my car. This IS a huge problem due to the fact it can mess with the transmission and engine throwing off the timing. This should be recalled, ive seen many people complaining about the exact samething. Then there's the brakes which are new but yet the pedal has to be pushed almost to the floor to come to complete stop.
- Service brakes
Recieved recall notice in january 2020 indicating parts availability by the end of first quarter. still waiting, dealer IS stone walling information. complaint #111321247 filed and still no contact from lincoln or additional information. when ABS operates, braking IS almost non existent and…
Recieved recall notice in january 2020 indicating parts availability by the end of first quarter. still waiting, dealer IS stone walling information. complaint #111321247 filed and still no contact from lincoln or additional information. when ABS operates, braking IS almost non existent and takes several days for the brake pedal travel to come back to normal. braking does not appear to be normal!!! Stopping on snow.
- Air bags · Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system
I haven't being able to drive my car since 2017 I have 3 different recalls on my car & I fear for my life because I have a toddler no buyout check or renter car have being provided for us by ford 3 almost 4 years later I just want my buyout check it can't wait on ford to fix my problem any longer…
I haven't being able to drive my car since 2017 I have 3 different recalls on my car & I fear for my life because I have a toddler no buyout check or renter car have being provided for us by ford 3 almost 4 years later I just want my buyout check it can't wait on ford to fix my problem any longer my renter I did have was reported stolen because ford would no longer pay which IS putting me in the hole of 12000 dollars I didn't have to pay plus court fees & fines for a car that I don't want in the first place I'm am now asking for 100,000 dollars or more for my times & trouble problem & pain this has caused on my life I'm car less money less & everything waiting on ford to respond please help my car being sitting for so long it don't even wanna start now I love ford but do ford love me...
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln zephyr. The contact stated that the air bags warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to joe machens ford located at 1911 w worley st, columbia, mo 65203, (573) 445-4411, where the dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln zephyr. The contact stated that the air bags warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to joe machens ford located at 1911 w worley st, columbia, mo 65203, (573) 445-4411, where the dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 19v001000 (air bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 162,426.
- Service brakes
There's been a recall on the valve that operates the breaks ford says it's unsafe to drive and can't give me an answer when these parts will be in. Now I sit here with a car I cannot drive.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln zephyr. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving 20 mph in the snow the brake pedal was applied but was slow to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 lincoln zephyr. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving 20 mph in the snow the brake pedal was applied but was slow to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called the landmark lincoln located at (5000 s broadway, englewood, co 80113, (303)761-1560, who confirmed that the part was not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 93,000. vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Power train · Unknown or other · Vehicle speed control
The car accelerates and loses speed on side street and highways. This IS very dangerous because of loss of speed control.
- Electrical system · Engine · Power train
The pcm/ecm module went out on this vehicle without any warning. There were several tsb's issued by ford regarding this issue dating back to at least 2013 with absolutely no notification to owners whose lives are at risk (see list below). This module IS the main computer, so all power was lost…
The pcm/ecm module went out on this vehicle without any warning. There were several tsb's issued by ford regarding this issue dating back to at least 2013 with absolutely no notification to owners whose lives are at risk (see list below). This module IS the main computer, so all power was lost after the check engine light begun rapidly flashing non-stop and the vehicle was shaking aggressively on the highway while driving. To add insult to injury the repair IS estimated at nearly $4000 because all sparks plugs, all ignition coils must be replaced along with the throttle body. (Tsb numbers related to this issue are as follows: nhtsa ID #10052190, nhtsa ID #10109070, nhtsa ID #10048099)
- Air bags
Got recall letter. Affraid to drive vehicle with airbag that kills. Dealer dont have part. Need s loaner till car IS fixed but ford policy IS loaner only during actual repair IS done not while waiting for parts to arrive. What if accident happens B4 parts gets here.
- Power train · Vehicle speed control
Car speeds and slows down on its own on highways and side streets it IS very dangerous
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.
- 10240415Certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion and MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011 Milan, and 2007-2010 Edge & MKX Vehicles Driver & Passenger Airbag Module Quality Control Inspection REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT Updated Ranger Technical Information to include images of a pass and fail airbag inflator inspection for 2007-2011 model years.
- 10209374Certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion & MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011 Milan, and 2007-2010 Edge & MKX Vehicles Driver & Passenger Airbag Module Quality Control Inspection: Ford Motor Company has determined that some vehicles claimed by dealers as repaired under Takata Airbag Safety Recalls 15S21, 17S42, 18S02, 19S01, and 21S12 may not have received the claimed repairs. The propellant in certain Takata airbag inflators can experience an alteration over time with exposure to certain climate conditions. A combination of time, high temperature fluctuations, and humidity contribute to the degradation of the propellant in the inflators. This degradation can cause the propellant to burn too quickly, creating high pressure inside the inflator, and in extreme cases causing the inflator to rupture in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment. A ruptured inflator can send inflator parts toward vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Additional information regarding Takata recalls can be found at www.nhtsa.gov and www.safercar.gov.
- 10205727Certain 2006-2010 Model Year Fusion/Milan/MKZ/Zephyr Vehicles Equipped with Anti-Lock Brake Systems DOT 3 Brake Fluid and Anti-Lock Brake System Function In some of the affected vehicles, customers may return to the dealer with complaints of extended brake pedal travel after either 19S54 or 20S14 was previously performed and the program is closed
- 10140334Certain 2006-2008 Model Year Fusion and Milan, 2006 Zephyr, 2007-2008 MKZ and 2007-2008 Edge, MKX and Ranger Vehicles - Driver Airbag Inflator Replacement
- 10138535Certain 2006-2008 Model Year Fusion and Milan, 2006 Zephyr, 2007-2008 MKZ and 2007-2008 Edge, MKX and Ranger Vehicles - Driver Airbag Inflator Replacement
- 10125092Certain 2006-2008 Model Year Fusion and Milan, 2006 Zephyr, 2007-2008 MKZ and 2007-2008 Edge, MKX and Ranger Vehicles - Driver Airbag Inflator Replacement
- 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.
- 10052190Ford/lincoln/mercury: some vehicles, with diagnostic codes (dtcs) p0351, p0352, p0353, p0354, p0355, may experience a malfunction indicator lamp in the powertrain control module (pcm) and one or more coil on plug(s) damage. Models 2006-08 milan, fusion, 2008 sable, taurus, 2007-08 MKZ, MKX, edge, 2006 zephyr.
- 10048099Ford/lincoln/mercury: may have sludge buildup in throttle body leading to less airflow or engine idling rpm fluctuation and hard starts or battery disconnect or dead battery after keep alive memory (kam) clear. Models 2003-05 thunderbird, 05-06 mustang, 06-08 fusion, 04-05 explorer, 05-06 expedition, 05-07 F-150; 2003-06 LS, 06 zephyr, 05-06 navigator; 06-08 milan.
- 10023866Mil on--dtc p2100 and p2110 in memory - 3.0L engine.
- 10021277Various driveability/transmission symptoms - pcm/tcm calibration updates 3.0L - aisin F21 auto trans.
- 10021271Ignition diagnostics.
- 10021218Power steering fluid leaks from steering rack and pump attachment joints. Updated 2/27/08.
- 10021050Updated door panel removal and latch inspection service procedure.
- 10021043Various driveability/transmission symptoms - pcm/tcm calibration updates for 3.0L with aisin F21 automatic transmission.
- 10020791Headlamp functionality (fault detection). Headlamps stay on after switch IS off.
- 10019812Alternate spare keys.
- 10019026Dtc p1000 may not clear in high altitude conditions.
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