MY CAR ROLLED BACKWARD OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AT A MALL. WHEN IT CAME TO REST UPON THE BUMPER OF A TRUCK, IT WAS STILL IN PARK. THE WINDOWS WERE UP AND THE DOORS WERE LOCKED. IT WAS WITNESSED ROLLING BACKWARD WITH NO ONE IN THE CAR. *TR
2006 lincoln LS powertrain problems
severe 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
WHEN I BE DRIVING GIVE IT THE GAS THE ETC FAILED SAFEMODE JUMPS ON HAVE NO ACCELERATION OR POWER I HAVE TO PULL OVER IN TRAFFIC WERE EVER WE ARE AT INTERSTATE, TOWN IT DON'T MATTER IT IS UNSAFE AND I SEE A LOT OF THESE CARS IN THIS YEAR OR EARLIER HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AND DON'T KNOW HOW TO FIX IT. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED WITH THE GEAR IN NEUTRAL, HE WAS ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL AWAY BUT THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE WITHOUT INCIDENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2006 lincoln LS?
It's a meaningful issue. 3 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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