2002 Lincoln Town Car
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 21 of 65 complaints (32%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 160 in 2001 to 65 in 2002.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | vs. 2002 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,450 | 3,450 | 3,650 | 3,450 | 3,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16 / 23 | 16 / 23 | 15 / 21 | 16 / 23 | 15 / 23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494 | 494 | 523 | 494 | 494 | |
| Complaints filed | 108 | 160 | 65 | 201 | 83 | |
| Recalls issued | 9 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 11 | 21 | 14 | 14 | 18 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | |
| Injuries reported | 12 | 20 | 12 | 6 | 6 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Lincoln Town Car have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Lincoln Town Car?
Airbags & Restraints: 21 of 65 NHTSA complaints (32%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2002 Lincoln Town Car get?
EPA rates it 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2002 Lincoln Town Car?
EPA estimates $3,650 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 15 mpg | 21 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 523 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 21 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 12 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
STEERING · Campaign 15E082000 · Oct 6, 2015
Defect: Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain model Dorman Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 7-0359, and OE Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured April 17, 2014, to September 28, 2015. These aftermarket replacement steering shafts are sold for use in 1995-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. These steering shafts may separate during operation if the integral fastener is loose or missing and if the interfacing vehicle shaft is compressed in length.
Consequence: If the shafts separate during vehicle operation, a loss of steering control would result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2015. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, option 5.