Tl*the contact owns a 1997 lincoln mark viii. The contact stated that the low beam headlights are known to burn out. The parts are no longer being manufactured so the only way to repair them is with a kit. The contact stated that this seemed like an expensive temporary remedy. In addition, the blend door, which opens the control for hot and cold air to defrost the windshield, does not work. The manufacturer was notified and stated that it was a safety issue. The dealer stated that this could be repaired at the contact's expense. The contact feels that he should not have to pay for the repair because it was caused by a manufacturer defect. There have been numerous complaints regarding this failure, but no decision on how the contact's vehicle will be repaired. He will wait until a recall is issued for this failure. The failure mileage was 61,000 and current mileage was 61,985. Updated 09/11/09 *bf updated 09/15/09.
1997 Lincoln Mark Viii visibility problems
22 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,000.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- typical mileage
- 80,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system16
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: windshield: electrical heating element2
- Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motor1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Lincoln Mark Viii visibility problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 lincoln mark viii. The contact stated that the blinder door was inoperative which will not allow heat to come from the defroster.. The failure has been occurring for four years, but was never repaired because the part is made out of plastic. The contact is hoping that the manufacturer changes the part to metal. Due to the blinder door not working, the defroster fails to work properly. The current and failure mileages were 92,000. Updated 3/5/09 *cn updated 03/10/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 lincoln mark viii. The contact stated that the blender door is made out of plastic and breaks, which causes the heater and the defroster to fail. As a consequence, her visibility is significantly reduced during cold weather conditions. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that she would have to replace the blender door at an expense exceeding $1,000. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer stated that the company utilizes the same plastic piece. The failure mileage was 76,000 and current mileage was 91,000. Updated 11/12/08 *bf updated 11/13/08.
Couldn't get my windshield defrosted.
When proceeding to turn on the heat in my car to defrost the windshield I discovered that my heat did not work, and that the A/C only blew cold air. This is a common problem in the lincoln mark viii. The problem is caused by the blend door breaking over time. This has been an issue that ford has known about; but, will not provide reimbursement for repairs needed. This repair is needed on almost all mark viii's after time.
Failure of blend door actuator on 1997 lincoln mark viii which results in failure of HVAC. This prevents defroster from functioning to clear windshield of fog or ice thus resulting in a safety hazard due to poor visibility. This part failed in may 3, 2002 and was repaired at dealership by replacing the part. The part has failed again in decemdber 12, 2004. This part has failed twice within a little over 2 years and less than 32,000 miles since it was replaced in may 2002.
The A/C blend door module arm has failed on my car; this arm controls the amount of heat that is sent through the A/C, heating and defrost vents. If it does not operate properly, it will not remove frost or fog from the windshield, thus creating an unsafe condition.
Winshield washer bottom, broke, assembly includes signal light, wippers, low/high beem and flashers switch, steering wheel and air bag have to be removed to replace part, about two hours of labor and $200, according to dealer. Dealer should made this a two piece part to make job easierand less spensive. Driver's ajusment has to be reseted every time you start the vehicle, cause unknown.
Problems with defrost blowing out cold air instead of heat to defrost windshield. *mr ph
The heater blend door has failed preventing defrosting of the windshield.
Questions about the 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii visibility
Does the 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the visibility of the 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii, 24% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii visibility?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Lincoln Mark Viii have the most visibility problems?
The Lincoln Mark Viii model years with the most visibility complaints are 1998 (24 complaints), 1997 (22 complaints) and 1993 (14 complaints).
Other 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii problems
Lights 34Acceleration 8Steering 5Electrical 4Brakes 3Engine 3Fuel system 3Suspension 3Body 2Seats 2Wheels 2Airbags 1Transmission 1
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