Lincoln Town Car owners have reported 28 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Trunk Lid Lock problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems |
Opening the driver's door normally, the door handle broke off with a piece of the door panel. The whole door assembly used to open/close the door is no longer available and has been discontinued. The only way to open the door now is to roll the window down and reach outside to open the door from Read details...
The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Town Car. While driving various speeds, the front driver side door independently locked and unlocked. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 46,800. Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that the trunk does not close properly. The latch and interior lighting in the trunk malfunctioned. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they could not determine the cause of the failure. Read details...
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. As a result, the windshield cracked from the force of the hood and a bungee cord was used in order to keep the hood secured. Read details...
Rear door lock keeps getting stuck, and they could'nt get the vehicle door open. Dealer cound'nt get the vehicle locked up either, and the vehicle is still in the shop. Read details...