1997 Lincoln Mark Viii vs 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
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 | 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 90 | 810 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 119 | 102 |
| Investigations | 0 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 109 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,000 mi | 105,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln Mark Viii | Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 5 | 216 |
| Exterior Lighting | 33 | 149 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 136 |
| Visibility | 22 | 78 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 88 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 56 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 42 |
| Engine | 0 | 45 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 24 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 34 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 24 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 12 |
| Overheating | 0 | 11 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
1997 Lincoln Mark Viii
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
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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.