1991 Lincoln Mark VII
Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 14 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 3 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
7 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 14 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Engine was running, car was in park, foot was on the brake. Immediately after putting the car in drive, the engine revved wide open causing car to shoot out into traffic causing accident. Repeatedly pumped brake to no avail.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-08-28
Seats
2 of 14 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing head restraint.
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Vehicles head rest design is insufficent.the headrest lays too far back on seat.does not provide protection against whiplash/injury. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-07
Electrical system
2 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.
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The mirror switch doesn't move the mirror to the right position desired and it smell like switch is on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-22
Also filed under Visibility
While driving there was an electrical fire that started from the cigarette lighter. Owner was able to stop the fire by disconnecting the battery. The dealer was called about this problem. Owner will have vehicle repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-09-08
Visibility
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1991 Lincoln Mark VII — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1991 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 1991 Lincoln Mark VII?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Lincoln Mark VII 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.