1988 Cadillac Deville vs 1988 Lincoln Town Car
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 Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 99 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 27 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 31 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Deville | Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 39 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 17 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 7 |
| Tires | 5 | 5 |
| Steering | 7 | 2 |
| Power Train | 0 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
1988 Cadillac Deville
1988 Lincoln Town Car
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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.