2017 Lincoln Continental
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 89 |
| 1989 | 161 |
| 1990 | 160 |
| 1991 | 206 |
| 1992 | 126 |
| 1993 | 122 |
| 1994 | 191 |
| 1995 | 70 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 96 |
| 1998 | 72 |
| 1999 | 42 |
| 2000 | 63 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2017 | 75 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
27% of complaints: structure — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and trunk lid.
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Drivers door latch will NOT lock/engage after opening door.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231216
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THE FRONT HOOD VIBRATES AS IF IT'S GETTING READY TO UNLATCH AS YOUR DRIVING AT 70 M.P.H. WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. IT'S VERY UNCOMFORTABLE AND SCARY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180917
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE DOOR ERRONEOUSLY OPENED. AFTER STOPPING AND CLOSING THE DOOR, THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND REPAIRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170530
Also filed under ENGINE and POWER TRAIN
20% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing latch.
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The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that on numerous occasions after the vehicle was shifted into park, the front driverâs and passenger side door latch failed to engage.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231019
19% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.
16% of complaints: back over prevention — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing camera and rearview system braking.
5% of complaints: seats — 4 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I turned on my heated seats and felt my back burning.
NHTSA ODI report, 20211209
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 16V731000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 17V123000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 19V077000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V644000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Lincoln Continental — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V731000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V123000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V077000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V644000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Lincoln Continental reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Lincoln Continental is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lincoln Continental?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Lincoln Continental have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.