Model year guide

2008 Lincoln Mark LT

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2008 Lincoln Mark LT — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 Lincoln Mark LT at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2
Combined14 mpg
Typical price$14,919

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2008 Lincoln Mark LT recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2008 Lincoln Mark LT common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2008 Lincoln Mark LT safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Rollover risk: 19.8% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2008 Lincoln Mark LT MPG & running costs

Combined14 mpg
City12 mpg
Highway16 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,800
EPA size classStandard Pickup Trucks 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2008 Lincoln Mark LT worth?

Low
$6,750
Typical price
$14,919
High
$21,500

From 8 comparable 2008 Lincoln Mark LT listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Lincoln Mark LT costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,000
Fuel only$24,000
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
222.4 in
Width
78.7 in
Height
73.6 in
Wheelbase
138.6 in
Curb weight
5,371–5,677 lb
Front track
66.5 in
Rear track
66.5 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

TIRE VALVE CRACKING Closed

ON OCTOBER 14, 2008, ODI OPENED PE08-060 TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGATIONS OF CRACKED AND LEAKING SNAP-IN TIRE VALVES IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2007 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY. THE VALVES WERE SUPPLIED TO FORD BY TOPSEAL AUTO-PARTS, A SUBSIDIARY OF THE SHANGHAI BAOLONG AUTOMOTIVE CORPORATION IN CHINA. VALVES MADE BY TOPSEAL FOR AFTERMARKET SALE WERE THE SUBJECT OF TWO RECENT SAFETY RECALLS BY TECH INTERNATIONAL (0…

NHTSA #PE08060 · Tires · opened Oct 2008 · closed Apr 2009

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 24

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 24.

Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad…

Bulletin SSM 54601 · Electrical System, Structure · Feb 2026

This article supersedes TSB 22-2219 to update the Parts List and Service Procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit grinding/clicking…

Bulletin TSB 24-2188 · Wheels · Jul 2024

All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlik…

Bulletin SSM 52476 · Equipment · Apr 2024

Some 2002-2008 F-Super Duty, F-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or after programing the VSM. The programming may fail or vehicle symptoms such as inoperative door locks, dome lamps, door ajar indicators or auto lamps may occur after successf…

Bulletin SSM 48157 · Electrical System · Sep 2019

This SKU is a Transmission Oil Cooler Line. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for the port size being too large. If the port size is too large it will not fit the mating component which would prevent installation, and w…

Bulletin DORD2Q5Z09 · Power Train · Jul 2019

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Pro…

Bulletin TSB 19-2026 · Structure · Feb 2019

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Pro…

Bulletin TSB 19-2026 · Structure, Equipment · Feb 2019

Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft rolle…

Bulletin SSM 47331 · Engine, Equipment · Jun 2018

When ordering a 2005 to 2008 remanufactured 5.4L 3v or 6.8L 3v engine, spark plug boots may be provided in the packaging. Replace all black spark plug boots from the original engine with the 'brown' spark plug boots, as provided. The updated 'brown' spark plug…

Bulletin SSM 46542 · Electrical System · Apr 2017

The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these P…

Bulletin SSM 46085 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Engine · Sep 2016

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MARK LT AWD/2WD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Lincoln Mark LT

The Lincoln Mark LT is a luxury full-size pickup truck manufactured and marketed by Ford's Lincoln division for model years 2006–2008 and 2006–2014 (Mexico) as a badge engineered, luxury-trimmed variant of the Ford F-150 truck — and a successor to the 2002-only Lincoln Blackwood.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2008 Lincoln Mark LT trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
5.4L 8-cyl 300 hp

2008 Lincoln Mark LT vehicles on record

Other Lincoln Mark LT model years

2008 Lincoln Mark LT — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, power train, vehicle speed control.

What is the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT get?

The 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has a U.S. EPA estimate of 14 mpg combined (12 city / 16 highway).

How much is a 2008 Lincoln Mark LT worth?

Comparable 2008 Lincoln Mark LT listings run roughly $6,750–$21,500, typically around $14,919 (from 8 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.