1996 Ford Grand Marquis
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1996: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2007 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
Show complaint excerpts
Consumer states that vehicle has an extreme leakage of water from the front passenger side, and may cause electrical problems. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-08
While driving, vehicle started smoking under the hood because of plastic manifold intake cracked. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-07
The plastic intake manifold cover that was mounted on top of the engine had developed a crack, and caused coolant to leak out. Dealership was aware of the problem. Mr jg *jb…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-04
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 10 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing carburetor system and storage.
Show complaint excerpts
While traveling noticed smoke coming from under hood consumer pulled velicle over and noticed coolent and water sprying over engine . Vehicle was towed to dealer. Intake manifold was cracked. Please provide further information.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-01-07
Also filed under Electrical system
Air bags
2 of 10 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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Air bags deployed, gas from air bags burned consumers face. Nlm
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-04-06
Suspension
1 of 10 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.
Electrical system
1 of 10 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2003-07-25Engineering analysisClosed 2005-04-11 Rear brake line failure
Buy-smart checklist
1996 Ford Grand Marquis — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.