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2017 Lincoln Continental recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Lincoln Continental. The most recent was reported on August 26, 2022.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
August 26, 202222V-644Back over prevention: sensing system, camera277,040
February 11, 201919V-077Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch27,609
February 27, 201717V-123Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module27,531
October 12, 201616V-731Exterior lighting: headlights1,827

Recall details

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

August 26, 2022 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 22V-644

What is wrong: 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.

The 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/linkages: doors, latch

February 11, 2019 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 19V-077

What is wrong: 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.

The 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.

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

February 27, 2017 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 17V-123

What is wrong: 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.

The 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.

Exterior lighting: headlights

October 12, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 16V-731

What is wrong: 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.

The 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.

Other model years of the Lincoln Continental

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Lincoln Continental have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Lincoln Continental, the most recent reported on August 26, 2022. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2017 Lincoln Continental?

Back over prevention (1), Latches/locks/linkages (1), Air bags (1), Exterior lighting (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 4 of the 4 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.