1989 Lincoln Mark Viii
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 239 |
| 1994 | 167 |
| 1995 | 136 |
| 1996 | 106 |
| 1997 | 90 |
| 1998 | 83 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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DURING NORMAL BRAKING PEDAL WOULD INTERMITTENTLY GO TO THE FLOOR AND CAUSE EXTENED BRAKING DISTANCE BEFORE STOPPING. DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020618
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1989 Lincoln Mark Viii — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1989 Lincoln Mark Viii 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 1989 Lincoln Mark Viii?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Lincoln Mark Viii have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.