1996 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 276 | 259 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 157 | 124 |
| Investigations | 8 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 105,791 mi | 92,776 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Crown Victoria | Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 81 | 90 |
| Suspension | 51 | 25 |
| Steering | 37 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 29 | 27 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 43 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 33 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 19 |
| Visibility | 12 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 21 | 18 |
| Stalling | 13 | 23 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 13 |
1996 Ford Crown Victoria
1996 Lincoln Town Car
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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.