MYRModel Year Report

1998 Lincoln Mark

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1998 Lincoln Mark
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:28:05.905Z

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 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 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
1998: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
19842
19856
19862
19873
19885
19905
19921
19938
19945
19959
19967
19974
19988
19991

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

2 of 8 total reports mention: steering.

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THE TELESCOPE PORTION OF THE STEERING COLUMN IS NOT OPERATIONAL. IT IS ADJUSTED ALL THE WAY OUT AND WILL NOT RETRACT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20151123

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 8 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

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VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING MOISTURE IN THE HEADLAMP HOUSING. PROBLEM IS ON THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE OF VEHICLE, WITH THE POSSIBILITY THAT THE LEFT HEADLAMP MAY BE AFFECTED. ALSO, THE REAR BRAKE STOPLIGHT HAS SIGNS OF MOISTURE IN IT AS WELL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20010405

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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

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TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 55K MILES. PRIMARY SYMPTOM WAS SHUDDERING DURING OVERDRIVE GEAR SHIFTS. (79K) HEATER WILL NOT WORK. UNIT ONLY BLOWS COLD AIR. VEHICLE EATS ROTORS. ROTORS NEED TO BE TURNED OR REPLACED AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040422

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED. SMOKE WAS COMING IN THROUGH THE VENTS. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE VALVE COVER TO ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040121

STRUCTURE

1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure.

FIRE
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A SMALL BULB PUT IN TRUNK DOME LIGHT MELTED THE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC SHIELD COVER WHICH THEN BURNT A PILLOW, CAUSING A FIRE. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE PROBLEM,AND NO ELECTRICAL CHECK WAS GIVEN. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19981118

STEERING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering.

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WHILE DRIVING STEERING COLUMN WAS VERY LOOSE, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE VEHICLE.*AK CONSUMER ADDS THAT THE STEERING WHEEL CAME OFF THE VEHICLE. *TT

NHTSA ODI report, 20020322

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Lincoln Mark — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Lincoln Mark?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 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.