1996 Dodge Intrepid vs 1996 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 | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1996 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 505 | 48 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 81 | 155 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 22 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 95,225 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Intrepid | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 152 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 83 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 80 | 0 |
| Suspension | 44 | 13 |
| Power Train | 44 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 34 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 32 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 18 | 0 |
| Overheating | 18 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 16 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
1996 Dodge Intrepid
1996 Lincoln Continental
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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.