1996 Lincoln Town Car vs 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
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 Lincoln Town Car | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 259 | 150 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 124 | 44 |
| Investigations | 6 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,776 mi | 115,428 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln Town Car | Pontiac Bonneville |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 90 | 43 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 27 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 19 |
| Suspension | 25 | 1 |
| Steering | 19 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 8 |
| Overheating | 18 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 15 | 13 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
1996 Lincoln Town Car
1996 Pontiac Bonneville
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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.