9
recalls
The Lincoln Mark Vii has 9 recalls covering 4.25 million vehicles as reported; model year 1986 is covered by the most (5).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
9
Most for 1986: 5
Units affected
4.25M
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Lincoln Mark Vii by component
- Service brakes, hydraulic2 · 54K units
- Electrical system1 · 20K units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 3.60M units
- Seat belts1 · 530K units
- Steering1 · 12K units
- Suspension1 · 19K units
- Unknown or other1 · 12K units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 147 units
Lincoln Mark Vii recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 1987 | Ford Aerostar, Bronco, Bronco II, Crown Victoria and 17 more (1986-1988): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 87V139000 | Fire | 3,600,000 |
| Aug 8, 1986 | Lincoln Continental, Mark VII (1985-1986): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 86V109000 | Fire | 38,000 |
| Aug 8, 1986 | Lincoln Continental, Mark VII (1986): Electrical systemNo. 86V108000 | Fire | 20,000 |
| Feb 10, 1986 | Lincoln Continental, Mark VII (1986): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 86V023000 | Crash risk | 16,000 |
| Sep 19, 1985 | Lincoln Continental, Mark VII, Town Coupe (1986): Vehicle speed controlNo. 85V115000 | Crash risk | 147 |
| Apr 9, 1985 | Lincoln Continental, Mark VII (1985): SuspensionNo. 85V040000 | Fire | 19,200 |
| Jan 13, 1984 | Lincoln Mark VII (1984): Unknown or otherNo. 84V004000 | Other or not stated | 11,800 |
| Jan 13, 1984 | Lincoln Mark VII (1984): SteeringNo. 84V003000 | Fire | 11,800 |
| Dec 20, 1983 | Ford Bronco, Bronco II, Crown Victoria, Escort and 14 more (1984): Seat beltsNo. 83V134000 | Other or not stated | 530,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1988 Lincoln Mark Vii recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1988 Lincoln Mark Vii. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Lincoln Mark Vii have?
9 recalls cover the Lincoln Mark Vii, for 4.25 million vehicles as reported. The most common problem is service brakes, hydraulic (2 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Lincoln Mark Vii?
Electrical system: named in 23 of the 106 safety complaints about the Lincoln Mark Vii, then service brakes, hydraulic (17). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.