1996 Cadillac Seville vs 1996 Ford Crown Victoria
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 | 1996 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Ford Crown Victoria |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 122 | 276 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 45 | 157 |
| Investigations | 4 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 94,000 mi | 105,791 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Seville | Ford Crown Victoria |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 81 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 43 |
| Steering | 16 | 37 |
| Suspension | 2 | 51 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 29 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 19 |
| Visibility | 7 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 13 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
1996 Cadillac Seville
1996 Ford Crown Victoria
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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.