Tl* the contact owns a 1995 lincoln town car. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. Also, the brake pedal was stiff when depressed. The brake lines were replaced three times by an independent mechanic, but the failure recurred. Furthermore, the steering wheel had to be maneuvered in either direction to prevent it from seizing. The contact stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 15e082000 (steering), 96v135000 (steering), 98v001000 (service brakes, hydraulic), 01v318000 (air bags), and 95e006002 (air bags). The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same failures listed in the recall campaigns. Liberty ford lincoln canton (423 tuscarawas st w, canton, oh 44702) and the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls to provide a remedy. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
1995 Lincoln Town Car airbags problems
12 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 6 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- crashes
- 6
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Frontal5
- Side/window2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Lincoln Town Car airbags problems in other years
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Equipment description: passenger vehicles that have had the driver's air bag module replaced after april 5, 2000. The replacement driver's air bag module inflator may have insufficient welds that could prevent proper inflation of the air bag.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the driver's air bag may not properly deploy which could potentially result in less than the intended level of occupant protection.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's air bag module. Owner notification began october 5, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.
Recall number 01V318000 · Recall details
What 1995 Lincoln Town Car owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The 1995 is very comfortable but air bags, suspension, windows, and electrical system (unlocatable shortage) do not work. Good mileage and seats, etc very good. The key switch is defective and you can remove keys without turning off. No air bags operable.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 lincoln towncar. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel. The light stayed on whether there was a front passenger seated or not. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the driver side seat belt assembly was defetive. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 77,000 and the current mileage was 77,998. Updated 03/29/11 *bf the dealer informed the consumer an electrical part failed. Updated 10/12/11
While driving at 30 MPH vehicle was involved in a frontal collision, air bags did not deploy, and vehicle was totalled. Dealer notified.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision at 10mph. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy. Damage to the vehicle was $3000.
While driving 58mph another vehicle broadsided consumer's vehicle on driver's side. Upon impact, side door air bags failed to deploy. Frontal air bags deployed. Driver was knocked sideways towards door in vehicle and sustained injuries. Vehicle was totaled.*ak
Consumer was involved in a head-on collision traveling 50 MPH. Upon impact, driver's side/ passenger's side air bags did not fully inflate. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.
Horn/air bag system failed and head lights failed.
Consumer was involved in a collision traveling about 30 to 40 MPH. Impact left front fender, and the middle front hood. The driver's and passenger's side air bags did not deploy. Consumer has contacted the dealer.
Recall repair on passenger side air bag module not done because consumer was not informed.
Questions about the 1995 Lincoln Town Car airbags
Does the 1995 Lincoln Town Car have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the airbags of the 1995 Lincoln Town Car, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1995 Lincoln Town Car airbags problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Lincoln Town Car airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 01V318000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Lincoln Town Car have bad airbags?
The Lincoln Town Car model years with the most airbags complaints are 2006 (58 complaints), 2001 (54 complaints) and 1999 (29 complaints).
Other 1995 Lincoln Town Car problems
Brakes 52Suspension 23Electrical 21Acceleration 19Engine 16Steering 15Lights 12Transmission 12Fuel system 9Visibility 7Body 6Wheels 3Seat belts 2Tires 2Driver assistance 1
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