Horns- one corroded so much that it wont blow at all. The other is also corroded but does make a slight squeal. Problem is they are located below and behind the radiator and subject to dirt and water from the road. Safety involved in some situations.
The worst 1997 Lincoln Mark problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Steering2
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Steering2
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Lincoln Mark 1
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What 1997 Lincoln Mark owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The steering was loose, consumer was unable to maintain control of the vehicle.
The wheels are cracking from underneath the chrome. A blister appears before the cracking. These wheels are aluminun under the chrome and were used on 96 to 98 lsc models only. A ford representative looked at the problem, consulted with engineering, and offered to replace the wheels at 40% off listed price. If my vehicle was still under warrenty (less than 50k miles) lincoln would have replaced them without cost to me.
Driving about 15mph, getting ready to get on pkwy and steering wheel just popped out into lap. Had taken in 2 months ago because felt vibration in steering. Didn't find any problem.
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Questions about the 1997 Lincoln Mark
Is the 1997 Lincoln Mark reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1997 Lincoln Mark, fewer than a typical Mark model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Lincoln Mark?
Steering, with 2 complaints. Next is wheels (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Lincoln Mark have?
No recalls on record.
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