1997 Cadillac Deville vs 1997 Lincoln Town Car
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Cadillac Deville | 1997 Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 269 | 314 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 134 |
| Investigations | 5 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Deville | Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 47 | 87 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 55 | 39 |
| Suspension | 10 | 50 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 34 | 17 |
| Exterior Lighting | 29 | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 43 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 16 |
| Steering | 22 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 25 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 17 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 17 |
1997 Cadillac Deville
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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.