1995 Lincoln Town CAR Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 9%of 165 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 151,628miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the steering of the 1995 Lincoln Town CAR, 9% of the 165 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 151,628 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The passenger side lower ball joint failed--the ball separated from the socket. There are recalls for similar vehicles NHTSA:98v322000 and NHTSA:96v135000 since this vehicle has the same ball joints it ought to included within these recalls--but it is not--why? Or can it be included within these recalls? Ford company denies any liability for the problem, as of this date.”
NHTSA complaint #10150671, filed 2006-02, 151,628 miles“The right front wheel separated from the front assembly. The vehicle is at the dealership but has not been checked at this time so the exact failure is uncertain. This failure appears to be similar to failures experienced by 1995 Lincoln towncars which were identified in NHTSA: 96v135000 and NHTSA: 98v322000, however, fmc advised me that this vehicle was not subject to those recalls. It is probable that the investigation into faulty steering linkages of 95 Lincoln towncars should be expanded. I have asked the dealership to provide me with all failed components. …”
NHTSA complaint #732615, filed 2000-09“The contact stated the control arm fractured off of the ball joint while parking the vehicle. There was a NHTSA recall, # 98v322000, regarding the suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint. The vehicle's steering was erratic at times. The steering wheel pulled to the left and to the right even after the front end was aligned. There was a NHTSA recall # 96v135000, regarding the steering: linkages. After putting only a half of tank of gasoline in the fuel tank; after tightening the cap, the smell of gas fumes was very strong outside and inside the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10165433, filed 2006-08, 180,000 miles“1995 Lincoln Town Car ford recall customer states that he called ford and was told that it was not any recall and wants a response**cc the consumer stated he contacted the dealer in reference to a recall and the dealer stated there was not a recall for the vehicle. The consumer stated he retrieved the recall from the internet and when turning the wheel there is a noise possibly the pitman arm.”
NHTSA complaint #10199118, filed 2007-07“While driving at 15mph, the lower ball joints separated, causing front end to fall, resulting in loss of control. Consumer stated the tie rod end was replaced due to it containing play.”
NHTSA complaint #8013940, filed 2002-07Related recalls
- 96V135000Jul 18, 1996The pitman arms were not fully lubricated at the assembly plant. The "ball joint" at the outer end of the pitman arm can become contaminated and corrode.Covers: Lincoln Town CAR 1995–1996, Ford Crown Victoria 1995–1996
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 4 | 67% |
| 2010 | 5 | 38% |
| 2009 | 1 | 20% |
| 2008 | 3 | 15% |
| 2007 | 18 | 21% |
| 2006 | 13 | 9% |
| 2005 | 8 | 7% |
| 2004 | 14 | 17% |
| 2003 | 16 | 8% |
| 2002 | 3 | 5% |
| 2001 | 10 | 6% |
| 2000 | 7 | 6% |
| 1999 | 15 | 10% |
| 1998 | 13 | 8% |
| 1997 | 22 | 7% |
| 1996 | 19 | 7% |
| 1995 | 15 | 9% |
| 1994 | 3 | 2% |
| 1993 | 11 | 6% |
| 1992 | 3 | 1% |
| 1991 | 8 | 5% |
| 1990 | 11 | 5% |
| 1989 | 5 | 6% |
| 1988 | 2 | 2% |
| 1987 | 1 | 3% |
| 1986 | 1 | 2% |
| 1985 | 2 | 10% |
| 1984 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 1995 Lincoln Town CAR
52 complaintsSuspension
23 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
19 complaintsEngine cooling
14 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsExterior lighting
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Lincoln Town CAR
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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