1988 Cadillac Deville vs 1988 Lincoln Continental
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Cadillac Deville | 1988 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 84 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 47 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Deville | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 33 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 20 |
| Steering | 7 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 10 |
| Structure | 1 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 4 |
| Suspension | 0 | 9 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
1988 Cadillac Deville
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.