Lincoln Zephyr Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Lincoln Zephyr model year (2006–2006) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Lincoln Zephyr Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 143 complaints
7 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 163
Best Lincoln Zephyr Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout safe years.
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Lincoln Zephyr — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 | 143 | 7 | — | 163 | Avoid |
All 1 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Lincoln Zephyr Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Zephyr models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Zephyr should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr if possible. It has 2 recalls, 143 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 163 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Zephyr to buy?+
Review the "Best Years" section above for the top-rated Zephyr model years.
Which Zephyr has the fewest problems?+
Use the year-by-year table on this page to find the Zephyr model years with the lowest problem scores.
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