1990 Buick Lesabre vs 1990 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 | 1990 Buick Lesabre | 1990 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 46 | 158 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 48 |
| Investigations | 1 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lesabre | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 40 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 25 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 18 |
| Suspension | 2 | 28 |
| Steering | 4 | 20 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 8 |
| Structure | 1 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
1990 Buick Lesabre
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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.