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2018 Lincoln Continental recalls & problems

The 2018 Lincoln Continental has 2 safety recalls and 21 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is latches/locks/linkages (6 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints21filed by owners
Crashes · fires1 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2018 Lincoln Continental in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Back over preventionAug 26, 2022

Sensing system › Camera

Recall 22V644000277,040 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2020 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental vehicles equipped with the 360-degree camera system. Degradation of the camera's anit-reflective lens coating can lead to a foggy or cloudy rearview camera image.
Risk
Lack of a clear rearview camera image can reduce the driver's visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S51.
Latches/locks/linkagesFeb 11, 2019

Doors › Latch

Recall 19V07700027,609 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Lincoln Continental vehicles. The door latch pawl motors may not function properly, possibly resulting in a door latch not fully engaging.
Risk
A door latch that is not fully engaged may result in a door opening while driving, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the latch assemblies on all four doors, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S03.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2018 Lincoln Continental 4 DR AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.6%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2018 Lincoln Continental 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.6%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2018 Lincoln Continental NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2018 Lincoln Continental NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Continental FWD

21mpg combined
City / highway18 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.7 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Continental AWD

20mpg combined
City / highway17 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.7 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Continental FWD

20mpg combined
City / highway17 / 26 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.7 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Continental AWD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.7 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Continental AWD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Latches/locks/linkagesDoors › Latch600099,035 mi
Electrical system5000—
Unknown or other4100—
Back over prevention4000—
StructureBody › Door › Hinge and attachments2000—
Exterior lighting1000—
Visibility/wiper1000—
Tires1000—
Power train1000—
Engine and engine cooling1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.