1999 Dodge Intrepid vs 1999 Lincoln Continental
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 1999 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 997 | 42 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 124 | 105 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 40 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 83,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Intrepid | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 698 | 4 |
| Power Train | 95 | 2 |
| Steering | 59 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 56 | 0 |
| Visibility | 49 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 | 5 |
| Suspension | 20 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 145 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 83 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 44 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 26 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 17 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Overheating | 14 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 0 |
1999 Dodge Intrepid
1999 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.