1996 Lincoln Town Car vs 1996 Toyota Avalon
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 Lincoln Town Car | 1996 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 259 | 109 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 124 | 51 |
| Investigations | 6 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,776 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln Town Car | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 90 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 10 |
| Suspension | 25 | 4 |
| Steering | 19 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 7 |
| Visibility | 8 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 7 |
| Overheating | 18 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 15 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
1996 Lincoln Town Car
1996 Toyota Avalon
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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.