1996 Buick Lesabre vs 1996 Lincoln Town Car
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Buick Lesabre | 1996 Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 98 | 259 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 42 | 124 |
| Investigations | 2 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,500 mi | 92,776 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lesabre | Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 90 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 27 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 33 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 19 |
| Suspension | 5 | 25 |
| Steering | 4 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 23 |
| Overheating | 0 | 18 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 13 |
1996 Buick Lesabre
1996 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.