1997 Lincoln Mark Viii vs 1997 Toyota Camry
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 Lincoln Mark Viii | 1997 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 90 | 555 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 119 | 129 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 79 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,000 mi | 88,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln Mark Viii | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 100 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 96 |
| Suspension | 3 | 70 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 55 |
| Exterior Lighting | 33 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 40 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 30 |
| Power Train | 1 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 23 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
1997 Lincoln Mark Viii
1997 Toyota Camry
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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.