The telescope portion of the steering column is not operational. It is adjusted all the way out and will not retract.
Vehicle safety record
1998 Lincoln Mark Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1998 Lincoln Mark with NHTSA, most often about the steering (3) and the brakes (2). Those complaints describe 1 fire. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1997 has 4 and the 1999 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Mark year, for its age
#183 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Lincoln Mark problems
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No recalls for the 1998 Lincoln Mark
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Lincoln Mark. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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8 complaints about the 1998 Lincoln Mark
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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.
While driving vehicle stalled. Smoke was coming in through the vents. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic determined that the valve cover to engine needed to be replaced. *Ak
Transmission replaced at 55k miles. Primary symptom was shuddering during overdrive gear shifts. (79K) heater will not work. Unit only blows cold air. Vehicle eats rotors. Rotors need to be turned or replaced at least once a year. Electric steering adjustment won't go up or down. Temporarily fixed by beating on steering wheel.
When applying brakes vehicle proceeds forward causing extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. *Ak
While driving steering column was very loose, making it difficult to drive vehicle.*Ak consumer adds that the steering wheel came off the vehicle. *Tt
Vehicle is experiencing moisture in the headlamp housing. Problem is on the right front side of vehicle, with the possibility that the left headlamp may be affected. Also, the rear brake stoplight has signs of moisture in it as well. A tsb was issued by ford (98-13-10) in july of 1998 regarding the moisture problem. I was told that this is not covered under warranty, though I have a 100,000 extended warranty purchased with the vehicle in august of 1999. Moisture is causing loss of reflectivness and discoloration of silver reflective housing within the headlamp. I feel that this is a safety issue and would like it addressed.
A small bulb put in trunk dome light melted the protective plastic shield cover which then burnt a pillow, causing a fire. Dealer cannot determine problem,and no electrical check was given. *Ak
Lincoln Mark: every year compared
All Mark years1998 Lincoln Mark vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Lincoln Mark | 8 | 0 | D | |
| 1998 Lincoln Navigator | 201 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Lincoln Town Car | 154 | 8 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Lincoln Mark Viii | 83 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 72 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Lincoln Mark Vii | 5 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1998 Lincoln Mark
Does the 1998 Lincoln Mark have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Lincoln Mark right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Lincoln Mark?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (3), brakes (2), engine & cooling (2).
How many complaints has the 1998 Lincoln Mark had?
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 18, 1998 and the latest on November 23, 2015. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1998 Lincoln Mark a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Lincoln Mark year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Lincoln Mark years have the most complaints?
1995 (9), 1998 (8), 1996 (7). See every Lincoln Mark year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 Lincoln Mark has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data