1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs 1986 Lincoln Town Car
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 50 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 20 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 26 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Caprice | Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 29 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 |
| Tires | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 |
| Structure | 1 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 6 |
1986 Chevrolet Caprice
1986 Lincoln Town Car
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.