1996 Ford Grand Marquis Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 77,625miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 5 complaints (50% of the total), followed by fuel system (3) and air bags (2). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 25% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 77,625 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling5 50%
- Fuel system3 30%
- Air bags2 20%
- Electrical system1 10%
- Suspension1 10%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “While driving the engine light illuminated and the driver began to smell smoke. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer where they replaced the plastic intake manifold. The consumer found a service program which was issued for the defect and believes the vehicle should have been repaired free under the program.”
NHTSA complaint #10038404, filed 2003-10, 90,000 milesFuel system: “Fw; 1996 mercury Grand Marquis fuel tank problem. The consumer wanted to know about the possiblility of the fuel tank rupturing following a high energy rear end collision resulting in severe fires. The consumer wanted to know if police and civilian versions of the crown victoria share the same fuel system and rear suspension geometry. Consumer would like some help trying to decide how safe her 1996 Grand Marquis.”
NHTSA complaint #10095208, filed 2004-09Electrical system: “While traveling noticed smoke coming from under hood consumer pulled velicle over and noticed coolent and water sprying over engine . Vehicle was towed to dealer. Intake manifold was cracked. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8001608, filed 2002-01Mileage when problems were reported
25% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 65,250 and 90,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis.
Other model years of the Ford Grand Marquis
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 6 | 11,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 5 | 42,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 19 | 72,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1996 | 10 | 77,625 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 5 | 59,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 6 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 9 | 50,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Ford Grand Marquis model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 5 complaints (50% of the total), followed by fuel system with 3.
Has the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 77,625 miles and the middle half falls between 65,250 and 90,000 miles; 25% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.