Lincoln Continental Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Lincoln Continental — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020Best | Good | 1 | 3 | — | 1 | — | Back Over Prevention | Full report → |
| 2019 | Caution | 2 | 27 | 1 | — | — | Back Over Prevention | Full report → |
| 2018 | Good | 2 | 10 | — | — | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2017Worst | Avoid | 3 | 50 | — | 1 | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
4 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Lincoln Continental Problems
Based on 90 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Lincoln Continental Reliability
What year Continental has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 Lincoln Continental had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 50 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2017 report for specific defects.
Is the Lincoln Continental reliable?
The Lincoln Continental has accumulated 90 owner-filed complaints and 8 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2020 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Continental.
What are the most common Continental problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (16 reports), Electrical System (14 reports), Latches/Locks/Linkages (14 reports), Back Over Prevention (13 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Continental has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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