1993 Ford Thunderbird vs 1993 Lincoln Mark Viii
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 | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1993 Lincoln Mark Viii |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 423 | 239 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 73 | 55 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Lincoln Mark Viii |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 119 | 172 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 171 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 29 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 15 |
| Visibility | 14 | 14 |
| Power Train | 12 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 27 | 0 |
| Stalling | 14 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
1993 Ford Thunderbird
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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.