Lincoln Mark Problems by Year
NHTSA has 29 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Lincoln Mark, across 5 model years (1995–1999). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (9). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.
Lincoln Mark years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Mark model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 Mark: 9 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 Mark: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 Mark: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lincoln Mark problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Lincoln Mark model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Mark | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 1998 Mark | 8 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 1997 Mark | 4 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 1996 Mark | 7 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 1995 Mark | 9 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lincoln Mark years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1995 (9), 1998 (8), 1996 (7). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lincoln Mark?
Exterior Lighting, with 11 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Lincoln Mark have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.