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1999 Classic Limousine problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 1999 Classic Limousine — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1999 compare to other Limousine years?

Limousine NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted1 complaints1987: 0 complaints1988: 0 complaints1989: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 1 complaints2000: 0 complaints2001: 0 complaints
Limousine NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1999 Classic Limousine problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)1100%

Does the 1999 Classic Limousine have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

00V356004Tires & WheelsNovember 3, 2000 · 492 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN LIMOUSINES STRETCHED OVER 60 INCHES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 109, "NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES," AND NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS."

Consequence

THE VEHICLE WEIGHT COULD EXCEED THE MAXIMUM LOAD RATING FOR THE TIRE, INCREASING THE RISK OF PREMATURE TIRE WEAR OR BLOWOUT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL 5 TIRES (INCLUDING THE SPARE TIRE) WITH MICHELIN TIRES (225/70R16 107T REINFORCED WHITE SIDEWALL) WITH A SUFFICIENTLY HIGHER LOAD RATING. FORD HAS AGREED TO CONDUCT THE ENTIRE RECALL TO REMEDY THIS NON-COMPLIANCE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-248-0186.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“AIR CONDITIONER IN THE STRETCH PART OF LIMOUSINE WAS NOT WORKING. CLASSIC TOLD CONSUMER TO GO UNDER HOOD AND PULL SWITCH WHEN REQUERING AIR CONDITIONING. *AK*”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Climate Control (A/C & Heat) · July 14, 2000

1999 Classic Limousine — common questions

Is the 1999 Classic Limousine reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 1999 Classic Limousine have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1999 Classic Limousine. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.