Lincoln Continental Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Lincoln Continental — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020Best | 2 | 7 | 1 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2019 | 3 | 27 | 0 | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | Full report → |
| 2018 | 2 | 15 | 0 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | Full report → |
| 2017Worst | 4 | 67 | 1 | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | Full report → |
Most Common Continental Problems
Based on 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent 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 among recent model years — 67 complaints and 4 safety recalls. See the full 2017 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Lincoln Continental reliable?
The Lincoln Continental has accumulated 116 owner-filed complaints and 11 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2020 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Continental.
What are the most common Continental problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Lincoln Continental across recent model years are: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES (24 reports), BACK OVER PREVENTION (21 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (14 reports), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (11 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my Continental has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Lincoln Continental using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
Check a Specific Lincoln Continental VIN
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