1997 BMW 740IL vs 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis
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 Mercury Grand Marquis |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 316 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 133 |
| Investigations | 0 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 80,800 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 740IL | Mercury Grand Marquis |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 124 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 32 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 32 |
| Suspension | 6 | 26 |
| Steering | 4 | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 24 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 0 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 9 |
1997 BMW 740IL
1997 Mercury Grand Marquis
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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.