MYRModel Year Report

1986 Lincoln Mark VII

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1986 Lincoln Mark VII
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:06:51.745Z

Only 8 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 8 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, 1986 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 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
1986: 8 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 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 8 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE DEATH
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VEHICLE PARKED IN GARAGE WHILE OWNER WAS ASLEEP. HUSBAND DIED OF SMOKE INHALATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960422

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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A SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH CAUSED FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970627

TIRES

1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.

FIRE
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IN TRYING TO PULL OUT OF SNOW, THE REAR RIGHT TIRE CAUGHT FIRE DAMAGING THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY. YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20000426

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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AIR CONDITIONER SHUT OFF/ DASH BUTTONS STOPPED WORKING, AND BRAKES FAILED WHILE DRIVING. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031212

SEATS

1 of 8 total reports mentions: seats.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19860220 — service brakes, hydraulic

WIRING CONNECTIONS IN AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TO THE MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR FLUID LEVEL SENSORS WERE REVERSED AND FAIL TO INDICATE LOW FLUID LEVELS AS SPECIFIED BY FMVSS 105, HYDRAULI

Remedy: RE-CONFIGURE WIRING TO THE FLUID LEVEL SENSOR CONNECTOR.

Campaign 86V023000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19860729 — PE (closed 19860909)

BRAKE FAILURE

R 19860811 — electrical system

THE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER MAY HANG UP AND NOT FULLY RETURN TO THE "ON" POSITION FROM THE "START" POSITION AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE. IF THIS OCCURS, THE ENGINE WILL REMAIN RUNNING, BUT

Remedy: REPLACE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDERS WITH REVISED DESIGN CYLINDERS.

Campaign 86V108000 — check if this car was fixed

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

R 19871012 — fuel system, gasoline

SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.

Remedy: INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.

Campaign 87V139000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — vehicle speed control

AN ALUMINUM CASTING FLASH ON THE FACE OF THE THROTTLE BODY MAY BREAK OFF AND BECOME TRAPPED BETWEEN THE THROTTLE PLATE AND THE BORE IN THE THROTTLE BODY.

Remedy: REMOVE EXCESS CASTING FLASH.

Campaign 85V115000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Lincoln Mark VII — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 85V115000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 86V023000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 86V108000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 86V109000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V139000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 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 1986 Lincoln Mark VII?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Lincoln Mark VII have?

5 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.