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2005 Lincoln Mark LT problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2005 Lincoln Mark LT — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2005 compare to other Mark LT years?

Mark LT NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted44 complaints2005: 1 complaints2006: 44 complaints2007: 11 complaints2008: 3 complaints
Mark LT NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Lincoln Mark LT problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Visibility & Wipers1100%

Does the 2005 Lincoln Mark LT have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08V208000BrakesMay 7, 2008 · 605,684 units

Defect

FORD IS RECALLING 605,684 MY 2005-2006 F-150 AND LINCOLN MARK LT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L 3-VALVE ENGINES. THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE ATTACHED TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FITTING MAY SWELL OVER TIME AND LOSE RETENTION FORCE. THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE HOSE TO BECOME DETACHED FROM THE FITTING DURING AN INTAKE MANIFOLD BACKFIRE. SHOULD THE HOSE DETACH FROM THE INTAKE MANIFOLD, SEVERAL BRAKE APPLICATIONS WITH POWER ASSIST WILL BE AVAILABLE BEFORE THE VACUUM RESERVE IS DEPLETED.

Consequence

ONCE THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM RESERVE IS DEPLETED, THE DRIVER WILL HAVE FOUNDATION BRAKE FUNCTION, BUT WITH INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT. REDUCED VEHICLE BRAKING COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE A RUBBER HOSE ON THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY TUBE ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 27, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

06E056000Fuel SystemJune 13, 2006 · 58,640 units

Defect

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Consequence

FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL * THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LINCOLN MARK LT. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE AUTOMATIC WINDOW IN THE REAR WAS ACTIVATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF; CAUSING THE BATTERY TO DRAIN. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE REAR WINDOW WITH THE IDENTICAL FAILURE FIVE YEARS AGO. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED TWICE SINCE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · November 1, 2006

2005 Lincoln Mark LT — common questions

Is the 2005 Lincoln Mark LT reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2005 Lincoln Mark LT have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2005 Lincoln Mark LT. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lincoln Mark LT years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Mark LT years to avoid are 2006. The cleanest record among Mark LT years belongs to 2005.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.