2017 Lincoln Continental recalls and problems
The 2017 Lincoln Continental has 4 safety recalls and 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lincoln dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2017 Lincoln Continental recalls
Recall 22V-644: Back Over Prevention
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.
Recall 19V-077: Latches/Locks/Linkages
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 17V-123: Air Bags
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C02.
Recall 16V-731: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles manufactured June 14, 2016, to September 23, 2016 and equipped with high intensity discharge (HID) headlights. The headlights may have been built with incorrect lenses, adversely affecting the turn signal visibility as well as not being properly marked. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Risk: Reduced turn signal visibility to other drivers and pedestrians can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlights, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C15.
2017 Lincoln Continental problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 20 | |
| Unknown or Other | 16 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 15 | |
| Electrical System | 14 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 12 | |
| Seats | 4 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 14
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 4
- Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 3
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
- Structure › Body › Door › Handle › Exterior — 1
- Service Brakes, Air › Antilock › Control Unit/Module — 1
- Structure › Body › Trunk Lid — 1
- Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2017 Lincoln Continental complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Lincoln Continental years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Lincoln Continental have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Lincoln Continental: 22V-644 (back over prevention), 19V-077 (latches/locks/linkages), 17V-123 (air bags), 16V-731 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Lincoln Continental?
Owners report structure problems most often (20 reports), followed by unknown or other (16). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 miles.
Are Lincoln recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lincoln dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.