1996 Lincoln Continental Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 27%of 48 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 98,342miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the suspension of the 1996 Lincoln Continental, 27% of the 48 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 98,342 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Have also had to replace the entire suspension system of this vehicle. However, that was replaced under warranty. It has also been suggested to me that the engine of this vehicle has a history of seal/gasket failures. We very much like this vehicle and are considering whether to trade this vehicle or purchase a new vehicle. We are looking for some expert history info on which to base our decisions.”
NHTSA complaint #723577, filed 2000-06“Vehicle leaned to the left due to the air spring system failing. Owner had just had rack and pinion replaced. Dealer has replaced the air spring system, but problem still exists in suspension.”
NHTSA complaint #854878, filed 2000-01“Front alignment: constantly wears out front tires (on inner tread);have taken back to dealership for alignment on three occasions, yet problem persists. ( DOT number: tire size: p225/60r16 )”
NHTSA complaint #707606, filed 1999-06Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 5 | 15% |
| 2001 | 8 | 25% |
| 2000 | 12 | 19% |
| 1999 | 12 | 29% |
| 1998 | 3 | 4% |
| 1997 | 10 | 10% |
| 1996 | 13 | 27% |
| 1995 | 11 | 16% |
| 1994 | 29 | 15% |
| 1993 | 11 | 9% |
| 1992 | 20 | 16% |
| 1991 | 44 | 22% |
| 1990 | 28 | 18% |
| 1989 | 21 | 13% |
| 1988 | 9 | 11% |
| 1987 | 3 | 33% |
| 1986 | 1 | 13% |
| 1985 | 3 | 20% |
| 1984 | 2 | 33% |
Other parts of the 1996 Lincoln Continental
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Lincoln Continental
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.
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