repaired · 2023 Q1
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2006 Lincoln ZephyrProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 229 owner complaints about the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-024 the manufacturer reports only 22% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 20, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr has problems
229 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
142Air bags7 crash/fire/injury
26Wheels1 crash/fire/injury
13Structure
11Power train
11Electrical system
10Service brakes
9Engine
9Vehicle speed control
6Tires
3012 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 142 | 7 |
| Wheels | 26 | 1 |
| Structure | 13 | 2 |
| Power train | 11 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 10 | 1 |
| Engine | 9 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 0 |
| Tires | 6 | 0 |
| 12 other systems | 30 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2006 Lincoln Zephyr recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Risk. If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lincoln.
Mileage at failure
When do air bags problems start?
89kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 31 air bags complaints. 65% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 40% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
2under 30k miles20under 100k miles11100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2006 vs. every other Zephyr year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Zephyr median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11'12
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2006 Lincoln Zephyr safety ratings
2006 Lincoln Zephyr 4-DR. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Zephyr owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
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 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.
Own a 2006 Zephyr?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.