1984-1998 · 10 model years

Lincoln Mark Vii Problems by year

Q: Which Lincoln Mark Vii years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1988 (26), 1989 (13), 1986 (8). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1987 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Q: Which Lincoln Mark Vii years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1996 , 1997 , 1998 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Mark Vii years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

Q: What are the most common Lincoln Mark Vii problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (18), engine & cooling (11), brakes (9) most often.

Q: How many recalls does the Lincoln Mark Vii have?

NHTSA lists 9 recalls across all Lincoln Mark Vii model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Owners have filed 73 complaints about the Lincoln Mark Vii across 10 model years, and it has 9 recalls. The 1987 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (7), while 1996, 1997, 1998 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the engine & cooling.

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Most complaints for its age19877 complaints · 1 recallSee the 1987

Complaints: 73
Recalls: 9
Crashes: 6
Fires: 14
Injuries: 13
Deaths: 3

Mark Vii complaints by model year

1984 1985 1986 71987 1988 1989 1995 1996 1997 1998

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.

Year	Complaints	Recalls	Crashes	Fires	Top problem	Grade
1998	5	0	0	0	Visibility & wipers	A
1997	2	0	0	0	Steering	A
1996	2	0	0	0	Lights	A
1995	3	0	1	0	Lights	B
1989	13	0	1	2	Brakes	D
1988	26	1	1	5	Electrical system	F
1987	7	1	2	3	Electrical system	F
1986	8	5	0	3	Electrical system	F
1985	6	2	1	0	Brakes	C
1984	1	3	0	1	Electrical system	C

Most common Mark Vii problems

Lincoln Mark Vii recalls 9

Fuel system: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings

87V139000Sep 4, 19873,600,000 vehicles affected

Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.

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Service brakes: hydraulic

86V109000Aug 8, 198638,000 vehicles affected

Under certain conditions, contacts in brake system relay could remain closed, causing the brake pump motor to run continuously, causing it to overheat and eventually fail...

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Electrical system: ignition

86V108000Aug 8, 198620,000 vehicles affected

The ignition lock cylinder may hang up and not fully return to the "on" position from the "start" position after starting the engine. If this occurs, the engine will remain running, but the battery current to the brake system supply...

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Service brakes: antilock / traction control / electronic limited slip

86V023000Feb 10, 198616,000 vehicles affected

Wiring connections in an electrical connector to the master cylinder reservoir fluid level sensors were reversed and fail to indicate low fluid levels as specified by fmvss 105, hydraulic brake systems...

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Vehicle speed control

85V115000Sep 19, 1985147 vehicles affected

An aluminum casting flash on the face of the throttle body may break off and become trapped between the throttle plate and the bore in the throttle body...

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Suspension: air suspension system

85V040000Apr 9, 198519,200 vehicles affected

A malfunction may occur in the air suspension electrical circuitry.

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Unknown or other

84V004000Jan 13, 198411,800 vehicles affected

Labels specifying vehicle capacity weight and designated seating capacity overstate the maximum load permissible for both occupants and luggage. The label is in non compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, Tire selection and rims.

Covers1984 Lincoln Mark Vii

Steering: anti-theft device

84V003000Jan 13, 198411,800 vehicles affected

The steering wheel may be locked when the ignition key is in the off position and the gear shift lever is not in park. This condition constitutes a non compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, Theft protection.

Covers1984 Lincoln Mark Vii

Seat belts: anchorage

83V134000Dec 20, 1983530,000 vehicles affected

The bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. The attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "Seat belt assembly...

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Latest Mark Vii complaints

1995 Lincoln Mark Vii Lights

I have a 1995 lincoln mark viii which has terrible headlights. The chrome reflector has failed , I suspect, because of heat making the car very difficult to drive at night. I have owned it since 1996, purchased it used. The lights have went from bad to worse since buying it. *Tr

1985 Lincoln Mark Vii Suspension Brakes

Hi my car experienced an electrical short to the compressor motor for my 1985 lincoln continental mark vii. I called ford motor dealers and then ford motor co. All of them said there was no recalls for my 1985. I am being lied to by them as I have found information contrary to their statements to me. Nhtsa campaign number : 85v040000 I have also experienced brake problems similar to nhtsa campaign number : 86v109000. I believe they should be responsible enough to at least acknowledge there were recalls for my model. I don't appreciate being lied to and their negligence could lead to a disaster and possibly a death. I contacted them on monday april 24th, 2006. *Nm

1989 Lincoln Mark Vii Lights

Headlights suddenly failed. All lights shut off. Car has feature that turns on lights @ dark etc. Happened again today. 10 Deg. In cold temps (<20deg) all lights go off unexpectedly w/ no predictable pattern.*Ak first happened last year on freeway @ 65 mph in heavy traffic, suddenly no lights. Took about 5-10 seconds to find manual switch & turn them on. Now I try to remember to turn lights on w/o using the automatic system in cold weather. Could have been really exciting on a dark 2 lane road. Since any system can fail, why doesn't it default to on ?

1986 Lincoln Mark Vii Brakes Electrical system Equipment & accessories

Air conditioner shut off/ dash buttons stopped working, and brakes failed while driving. *Ak

1995 Lincoln Mark Vii Lights

THE HEADLIGHTS WERE TOO DIM.*JB. *JB

1998 Lincoln Mark ViiOther & unknown

Consumer stated when driving e at any speed, the vehicle traction control light would come on, and then the vehicle would shut off. Dealer notified.*Jb

Questions about the Lincoln Mark Vii

Which Lincoln Mark Vii years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1988 (26), 1989 (13), 1986 (8). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1987 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Lincoln Mark Vii years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1996, 1997, 1998 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Mark Vii years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Lincoln Mark Vii problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (18), engine & cooling (11), brakes (9) most often.

How many recalls does the Lincoln Mark Vii have?

NHTSA lists 9 recalls across all Lincoln Mark Vii model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

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