2006 Lincoln Zephyr Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Lincoln Zephyr has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 229 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 1 fire, 12 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (142 reports).

4Recalls
229Owner complaints
9Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr recalls

Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards

Recall 21V158Mar 10, 20212,602,668 vehicles affected

The driver's side front airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.

Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance

Recall 19V904Dec 18, 2019600,166 vehicles affected

The anti-lock brake system's hydraulic control unit valves can react with brake fluids that contain certain corrosion-preventive additives.

Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants

Recall 17V024Jan 10, 2017654,695 vehicles affected

The passenger frontal air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture in a crash that deploys the air bag.

Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments

Recall 16V384May 31, 20161,892,343 vehicles affected

The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the front airbags.

Most common 2006 Lincoln Zephyr problems

Problem areas named in the 229 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags142
Wheels26
Structure13
Electrical System11
Power Train11
Unknown Or Other10
Service Brakes10
Vehicle Speed Control9
Engine9
Tires6

What owners report

2024-08-20, 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 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
2023-03-08, 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!
2022-11-07, 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 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.
2022-10-05, 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 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
2022-09-19, 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.

2006 Lincoln Zephyr questions

Does the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards; Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance; Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr?

Based on 229 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (142), Wheels (26), Structure (13).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Lincoln Zephyr has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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