1997 Lincoln Mark Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Mark years
- Not enough data 4th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Lincoln Mark. That ranks 4th out of 5 Mark model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 50%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Lincoln Mark problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Lincoln Mark recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Lincoln Mark.
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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.
Horns- one corroded so much that it wont blow at all. The other is also corroded but does make a slight squeal. Problem is they are located below and behind the radiator and subject to dirt and water from the road. Safety involved in some situations.
The steering was loose, consumer was unable to maintain control of the vehicle.
The wheels are cracking from underneath the chrome. A blister appears before the cracking. These wheels are aluminun under the chrome and were used on 96 to 98 lsc models only. A ford representative looked at the problem, consulted with engineering, and offered to replace the wheels at 40% off…
Driving about 15mph, getting ready to get on pkwy and steering wheel just popped out into lap. Had taken in 2 months ago because felt vibration in steering. Didn't find any problem. *ak
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Lincoln Mark?
Owners most often report steering, unknown or other, wheels problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Lincoln Mark?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1997 Lincoln Mark a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Mark model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.