1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs 1996 Lincoln Continental
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 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 276 | 48 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 157 | 155 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 105,791 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Crown Victoria | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 81 | 4 |
| Suspension | 51 | 13 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 43 | 0 |
| Steering | 37 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 29 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 3 |
| Visibility | 12 | 8 |
| Power Train | 11 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 21 | 0 |
| Stalling | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
1996 Ford Crown Victoria
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.