1997 BMW 740IL vs 1997 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 | 1997 BMW 740IL | 1997 Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 314 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 134 |
| Investigations | 0 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 740IL | Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 87 |
| Suspension | 6 | 50 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 43 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 39 |
| Steering | 4 | 22 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 25 |
| Overheating | 0 | 17 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 17 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
1997 BMW 740IL
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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.