Lincoln Mark years to avoid
The Lincoln Mark years to avoid are 1996 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 1999 is the cleanest year on record.
106
Total complaints
0
Recall campaigns
1984–1999
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Mark years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | High complaint rate | 33 |
Every Mark year
Common questions
What are the worst Lincoln Mark years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Mark years to avoid are 1996. The cleanest year on record is 1999.
What is the best year for the Lincoln Mark?
By complaint volume, 1999 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Mark years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Lincoln Mark have?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the Mark.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.