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2006 Lincoln Mark LT problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 31 owner complaints and 5 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2006 Lincoln Mark LT has 31 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is engine at 9 complaints, typically surfacing around 79,107 miles (~$3,100 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2006 Mark LT?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average
5 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2006 Lincoln Mark LT? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
engine — 9 owner reports
· tends to show around 79,107 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
steering — 4 owner reports
· tends to show around 85,333 mi · ~$700 to fix
suspension — 4 owner reports
· tends to show around 14,250 mi · ~$900 to fix
brakes — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 36,729 mi · ~$450 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: engine is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 79,107 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 5 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.6/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2006 Mark LT· suspension
The vehicle has an abnormal vibration when traveling 65 MPH and more. I've owned the vehicle less than 2 weeks and it has been at the Ford dealerships service dept. 3 times. The dealership has not fixed the problem and does not know the cause of this problem. The dealership…
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…
Lincoln mark lt 2006. As my father proceeded down his drive-way stopping in front of his garage the truck suddenly accelerated in excess of 40 miles an hour. The truck went through the garage door hitting his Cadillac escalade, and pushing the escalade through the north wall of…
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…
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Ford is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 f-150 pick up trucks as well as certain model year 2006 Lincoln mark lt vehicles
The driver side frontal air bag could inadvertently deploy increasing the risk of injury or loss of vehicle control if occurring while in motion.
Fix: 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
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.
Fix: 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
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Fix: 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.
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT?
The 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 5 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2006 Lincoln Mark LT?
Inspect the engine first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 9 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 79,107 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 31 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is engine. Typical failure occurs around 79,107 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 9 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 79,107 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 79,107 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Lincoln Mark LT has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Lincoln Mark LT?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 31 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Lincoln/Mark LT.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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