Lincoln Mark LT Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 15, 2025 · 41 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 41 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Lincoln Mark LT, across 4 model years (2005–2008). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (31). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Lincoln Mark LT
2006 Lincoln Mark LT in Highland Park, Los Angeles.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Peak: 2006, with 31 complaints
2005: 1200512006: 312006312007: 7200772008: 220082

n = 41 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Lincoln Mark LT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Mark LT year: 2006. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2006 Mark LT: 31 complaints, 4 recalls
  2. 2007 Mark LT: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2008 Mark LT: 2 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Lincoln Mark LT problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling720
Power Train731
Engine610
Vehicle Speed Control533
Air Bags423
Steering410
Suspension411
Electrical System320
Visibility320
Service Brakes210
Service Brakes, Hydraulic222
Tires220
Exterior Lighting110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Fuel System, Gasoline110
Latches/locks/linkages110
Service Brakes, Air111
Structure111
Visibility/wiper110
Wheels110

All Lincoln Mark LT model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2008 Mark LT20—Power Train
2007 Mark LT70—Air Bags
2006 Mark LT314—EngineFar more complaints than other years
2005 Mark LT11—Visibility

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Frequently asked questions

Which Lincoln Mark LT years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2006 (31) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Mark LT year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Lincoln Mark LT?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 7 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Lincoln Mark LT have?

4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.