1999 Lincoln Mark Viii Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 12, 2002 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Mark Viii years
Not enough data 5th of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Lincoln Mark Viii. That ranks 5th out of 6 Mark Viii model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 50%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Lincoln Mark Viii
North Star Chapter Studebaker Drivers Club 13th Annual Labor Day Car Show September 2, 2013 Blacksmith Lounge Hugo, MN. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1999 Lincoln Mark Viii problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling150%———
Vehicle Speed Control150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1999, with 1 complaints
1999: 1199912002: 120021

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1999 Lincoln Mark Viii recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Lincoln Mark Viii.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Vehicle will stall without any warning. Once it shaked before stalling. Took to dealer, cannot fix problem.*ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 12, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8011605

When the car is placed in gear, the brakes automatically releases and the car bolts forward or reverse depending on the gear selected, which caused accident. Yh

Vehicle Speed Control · received Aug 10, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 547871

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Lincoln Mark Viii?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Lincoln Mark Viii?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Lincoln Mark Viii a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Mark Viii model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.