MYRModel Year Report

1985 Lincoln Mark VII

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1985 Lincoln Mark VII
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:06:41.838Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln Mark VII Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 8 complaints 1986 1987: 7 complaints 1988: 26 complaints 1988 1989: 13 complaints 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 14 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 1 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 5 complaints 1998
1985: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19856
19868
19877
198826
198913
199012
199114
19923
19933
19941
19953
19962
19972
19985

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

2 of 6 total reports mention: suspension.

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HI MY CAR EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO THE COMPRESSOR MOTOR FOR MY 1985 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL MARK VII. I CALLED FORD MOTOR DEALERS AND THEN FORD MOTOR CO. ALL OF THEM SAID THERE WAS NO RECALLS FOR MY 1985.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060501

AIR SUSPENSION CONTROL MODULE FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO DROP DOWN IN REAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970325

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 6 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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HI MY CAR EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO THE COMPRESSOR MOTOR FOR MY 1985 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL MARK VII. I CALLED FORD MOTOR DEALERS AND THEN FORD MOTOR CO. ALL OF THEM SAID THERE WAS NO RECALLS FOR MY 1985.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060501

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

EQUIPMENT

1 of 6 total reports mentions: equipment.

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AIR SUSPENSION CONTROL MODULE FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO DROP DOWN IN REAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970325

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19850330 — suspension

A MALFUNCTION MAY OCCUR IN THE AIR SUSPENSION ELECTRICAL CIRCUITRY.

Remedy: REPLACE CONTROL MODULE WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED MODULE.

Campaign 85V040000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19860729 — PE (closed 19860909)

BRAKE FAILURE

R 19860811 — service brakes, hydraulic

UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, CONTACTS IN BRAKE SYSTEM RELAY COULD REMAIN CLOSED, CAUSING THE BRAKE PUMP MOTOR TO RUN CONTINUOUSLY, CAUSING IT TO OVERHEAT AND EVENTUALLY FAIL.

Remedy: REPLACE PUMP MOTOR RELAYS.

Campaign 86V109000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Lincoln Mark VII — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 85V040000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 86V109000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 Lincoln Mark VII 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 1985 Lincoln Mark VII?

The most-reported component is suspension:rear:springs:air suspension system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Lincoln Mark VII have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.