1994 Lincoln Town Car: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1994 Lincoln Town Car: 5 recalls, 155 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
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Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #94V129000 · 1994 · 2,500 vehicles
What's wrong: The brake pedal push rod retainer (hairpin clip) May be missing or not properly installed on the service brake pedal. This can cause disengagement of the brake pushrod and loss of braking ability.
Why it matters: Loss of braking ability can result in a vehicle accident.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the retainer.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #94V152000 · 1994 · 214,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The nuts and bolts that attach the rear brake adaptor to the axle housing flange can loosen and eventually separate. If one or more of the nuts come off the bolts, damage to the parking brake assembly or to the antilock brake system (ABS) sensor and sensor ring (if so equipped) will occur. If all four nuts on one end of the axle come off the bolts, damage to the brake hydraulic line or the parking brake cable can…
Why it matters: Occurrence of any of these conditions can result in a loss of braking capability and possible accident.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if needed, install new bolts. If any of the fasteners are disconnected, the parking brake and ABS components will be inspected and serviced.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #95V133000 · 1995 · 692 vehicles
What's wrong: Improper installation of the rear brake line at the point at which the extended brake line first bends and extends over the left rear wheel area of the frame. If not installed with sufficient clearance, chafing of the brake line can occur in an area adjacent to the rear floor pan.
Why it matters: The rear brake line can leak or rupture resulting in reduced braking capability, loss of rear brakes, and/or loss of brake fluid reserves in the master brake cylinder.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the brake line for proper installation and/or damage and replace as necessary. Also a protective boot or sleeve over the brake line will be installed.
Suspension Vehicle recall #98V322000 · 1998 · 175,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The one-piece bearing within the lower control arm ball joint can weaken slowly during use and eventually crack. This could result in separation of the ball and cap of the joint, allowing the control arm to drop to the ground.
Why it matters: If this occurs while the vehicle is moving, reduced steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the lower control arm ball joints (2).
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #07V336000 · 2007 · 3,600,000 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch May, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Why it matters: This could result in an underhood fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. Owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. As soon as repair parts are available (expected October…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 26 mention a fire, 18 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (23): the most common themes are fire / smoke (7), noise or vibration (2).
- Speed control / throttle (22): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (20): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (6), rust / corrosion (3).
- Electrical (20): the most common themes are fire / smoke (9), electrical failure (6), door / lock issues (2).
The 1994 Lincoln Town Car has 155 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 22 Town Car model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 136). Complaints peaked in 1999 (26 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 105,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1993 (176 complaints, 4 recalls), 1995 (165 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1994 Lincoln Town Car have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 1994 Lincoln Town Car. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1994 Lincoln Town Car problems?
Owners have filed 155 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (23), speed control / throttle (22), brakes (hydraulic) (20).
What gas mileage does the 1994 Lincoln Town Car get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (4.6 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1994 Lincoln Town Car repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.