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2009 Lincoln Town Car recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Steering | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Nov 5, 201414V704000 | Steering: rack and pinion pinion shaftImproper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a… DetailsHide details for campaign 14V704000
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| Aug 29, 201313V385000 | SteeringIf the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V385000
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| Dec 9, 201010V638000 | Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system manifold/header/muffler/tail pipeFUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. DetailsHide details for campaign 10V638000
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Owner complaints by component5
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 40 |
| Engine | 2 | 40 |
| Steering | 1 | 20 |
| Air bags | 1 | 20 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Vehicle speed control
“Takata recall. The car accelerates on its own when hitting the brakes., while in motion. ( periodically.)”
- Steering
“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 lincoln town car. The contact received a recall notification of the nhtsa campaign id number 13v385000 (steering); however ,the contact was unable to have the vehicle serviced under the…”
- Engine
“As I was approaching my left turn into the community I live in and driving about 45 mph, I stepped onto the brake and the car engine started accelerating.”
Other Lincoln Town Car model years
- 20113 recalls6 complaints
- 20103 recalls13 complaints
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2009 Lincoln Town Car recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Lincoln Town Car have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2009 Lincoln Town Car. The most recent, 14V704000 (reported November 5, 2014), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2009 Lincoln Town Car recalls for?
The largest group is steering, with 2 campaigns. Others: engine and engine cooling (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Lincoln Town Car?
Vehicle speed control is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 5 filed with NHTSA (40%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Lincoln Town Car?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Lincoln recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lincoln dealer.
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