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1984-1999 · 10 model years

Lincoln Mark Problems by year

Owners have filed 47 complaints about the Lincoln Mark across 10 model years, and it has 0 recalls. The 1985 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (6), while 1984, 1986, 1999 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the lights.

Most complaints for its age19856 complaints · 0 recallsSee the 1985
Complaints
47
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Fires
7
Injuries
2
Deaths
0

Mark complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
19991000LightsA
19988001SteeringD
19974000SteeringB
19967010LightsD
19959000LightsD
19885001BrakesC
19873001SteeringC
19862000BrakesA
19856004Electrical systemF
19842000Electrical systemA

Most common Mark problems

Latest Mark complaints

1995 Lincoln MarkLights

Low beam cant see road with them on have to use high beam all the time

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 10959602
1998 Lincoln MarkSteering

The telescope portion of the steering column is not operational. It is adjusted all the way out and will not retract.

Filed Incident Steering · Unknown or otherNHTSA 10806361
1996 Lincoln MarkElectrical systemLights

The headlight assembly reflective coating has all clouded and flaked off causing highly unsafe night time driving conditions. This is an extremely common issue with the mark viii for model years 93-96 with the standard halogen headlamps. Ford motor co. Is aware and should be responsible for repair / replacement of the affected parts. *Tr

Filed Incident Electrical system · Exterior lightingNHTSA 10561115
1986 Lincoln MarkBrakes

Noticed the brake light came on minutes later while on my way home. I come to a stop at a light and the brakes had completely failed. I was not aware of any recall until I was informed by my mechanic that there was a recall on the abs pump motor. The car was purchased around 1991-1992 it was a private sale. *Tr

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 10550907
1998 Lincoln MarkLights

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 mph on normal road conditions one of the head lights burned out. The contact researched many sources for parts, however the bulb was an out of the market product. The manufacturer suggested salvage yards for the part. The contact expressed the manufacturer should guarantee the vehicle 1998 and parts.

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 10165549
1996 Lincoln MarkLights

I understand that lamps are no longer available for my hid headlights. I am concerned that the vehicle will be unsafe at night when they eventually require replacement. *Nm

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 10165519

Questions about the Lincoln Mark

Which Lincoln Mark years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1995 (9), 1998 (8), 1996 (7). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1985 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Lincoln Mark years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1999, 1984, 1986 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Mark years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Lincoln Mark problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (10), lights (10), steering (8) most often.

How many recalls does the Lincoln Mark have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for any Lincoln Mark model year on file.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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