MYRModel Year Report

1985 Lincoln Mark

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1985 Lincoln Mark
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:28:02.715Z

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 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 2 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1988: 5 complaints 1988 1990: 5 complaints 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 8 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 9 complaints 1996: 7 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1998: 8 complaints 1998 1999: 1 complaints 1999
1985: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19842
19856
19862
19873
19885
19905
19921
19938
19945
19959
19967
19974
19988
19991

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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IGNITION SWITCH CAUGHT FIRE. PLEASE GIVE MORE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960422

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, UNDER THE HOOD, ELECTRICAL SHORT ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, INVESTIGATED BY FIRE DEPT IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960419

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE FROM UNDER THE HOOD WHILE THE CAR WAS BEING PARKED. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960419

STRUCTURE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.

INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Lincoln Mark — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 Lincoln Mark 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?

The most-reported component is electrical system:ignition:switch, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Lincoln Mark 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.