2018 Lincoln Continental

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2018 Lincoln Continental
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:05.225Z

Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
20

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2018

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 6 complaints 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 8 complaints 1987: 9 complaints 1988: 89 complaints 1989: 161 complaints 1989 1990: 160 complaints 1991: 206 complaints 1992: 126 complaints 1993: 122 complaints 1993 1994: 191 complaints 1995: 70 complaints 1996: 48 complaints 1997: 96 complaints 1997 1998: 72 complaints 1999: 42 complaints 2000: 63 complaints 2001: 32 complaints 2001 2002: 33 complaints 2017: 75 complaints 2018: 20 complaints 2018 20 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 7 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 6 complaints 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 8 complaints 1987: 9 complaints 1987 1988: 89 complaints 1989: 161 complaints 1989 1990: 160 complaints 1991: 206 complaints 1991 1992: 126 complaints 1993: 122 complaints 1993 1994: 191 complaints 1995: 70 complaints 1995 1996: 48 complaints 1997: 96 complaints 1997 1998: 72 complaints 1999: 42 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2001: 32 complaints 2001 2002: 33 complaints 2017: 75 complaints 2018: 20 complaints 2018 20 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 7 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 6 complaints 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 8 complaints 1987: 9 complaints 1987 1988: 89 complaints 1989: 161 complaints 1989 1990: 160 complaints 1991: 206 complaints 1991 1992: 126 complaints 1993: 122 complaints 1993 1994: 191 complaints 1995: 70 complaints 1995 1996: 48 complaints 1997: 96 complaints 1997 1998: 72 complaints 1999: 42 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2001: 32 complaints 2001 2002: 33 complaints 2017: 75 complaints 2017 2018: 20 complaints 2018 20 2019: 32 complaints 2019 2020: 7 complaints

2018: 20 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
19821
19832
19846
198515
19868
19879
198889
1989161
1990160
1991206
1992126
1993122
1994191
199570
199648
199796
199872
199942
200063
200132
200233
201775
201820
201932
20207

Known problem areas

Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

5 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system.

Latches/locks/linkages

5 of 20 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front driver's door latch failed to latch as intended.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-12-08

2018 Lincoln Continental. Consumer writes in regards to door latch safety recall. *ld *tr *dt consumer feels he was sold a defective vehicle which committed violations in his sales transaction, purchase date 02/07/19.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-05

Back over prevention

4 of 20 total reports mention: back over prevention.

Structure

2 of 20 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Continental.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-18

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Continental. After the contact purchased the new vehicle, it was later discovered that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 19V077000(Structure).

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-22

Visibility/wiper

1 of 20 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2019-10-14Latches/locks/linkages19V077000 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.

  2. R
    2023-07-14Back over prevention22V644000 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.

Buy-smart checklist

2018 Lincoln Continental — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Latches/locks/linkages: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Back over prevention: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V077000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 22V644000 · Back over prevention

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Lincoln Continental reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Lincoln Continental?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Lincoln Continental have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.