1996 Cadillac Seville vs 1996 Lincoln Town Car
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 122 | 259 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 45 | 124 |
| Investigations | 4 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 94,000 mi | 92,776 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Seville | Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 90 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 33 |
| Steering | 16 | 19 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 27 |
| Suspension | 2 | 25 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 23 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 18 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 13 |
1996 Cadillac Seville
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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.