2019 Lincoln Continental problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Lincoln Continental, most often about body & structure. There are 3 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
32
Recalls
3
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Median mileage
26,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Body & Structure is the most-reported problem area, named in 15 of 32 complaints (47%).
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (6) and electrical system (5) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 26,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries.
  • The 2019 Lincoln Continental has 3 recalls on file.
  • It ranks 2nd of 4 Lincoln Continental model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 78% more complaints than the 2018 model year (18).

2019 Lincoln Continental problems by category

  • Body & Structure · 1 crash
    15 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    6 complaints
  • Electrical System
    5 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    4 complaints
  • Steering · 1 crash
    3 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    2 complaints
  • Brakes
    1 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    1 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Structure:body7
Latches/locks/linkages7
Electrical system5
Back over prevention5
Unknown or other4
Steering3
Visibility:rearview mirrors/devices1
Wheels1

When problems happen (mileage)

2Under 10k710k–30k230k–60k260k–100k100k–150k1150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2019 Lincoln Continental complaints that list mileage.

2019 Lincoln Continental recalls (3)

  • Recall 25V442000Jun 27, 2025200,237 vehicles
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

  • Recall 22V644000Aug 26, 2022277,040 vehicles
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    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.

    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.

  • Recall 19V077000Feb 11, 201927,609 vehicles
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

    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.

    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.

Recent 2019 Lincoln Continental complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Apr 28, 2026VTBody & Structure
    We are unable to open the rear exterior doors from the outside of the car. We have confirmed on numerous occassions doors are unlocked and there are no child safety locks on . This is becoming a very dangerous situation. We took it to a local car repair service they said that it would be under NHTSA recall bulletin 19V077000 - however when we call the Continental dealership where we purchased it that our Vin # is not included in the recall despite that being the exact…
    NHTSA complaint #11734389 · source
  2. Filed Mar 24, 2026MNBody & StructureElectrical SystemOther / Unknown
    Drivers door latch is failing to engage properly making it so the door can not closed right away. No matter how you close the door it always pushes right back open sometimes the door will semi latch but still poses the hazard of opening while driving. It has been inspected by the dealer to confirm the issue. There has been a recall for this exact issue however my vin number was not included and upon contacting Lincoln I was told there was nothing that they could do and my…
    NHTSA complaint #11726717 · source
  3. Filed Mar 16, 2026MNBody & StructureElectrical System
    Drivers door latch takes a long time to unlatch/latch there have been numerous times where the door won’t close and stay closed. My door has also had to be left open as it won’t latch. This is a serious safety hazard there was a recall but my vin was not included.
    NHTSA complaint #11724674 · source
  4. Filed Aug 31, 2025TXElectrical System
    This vehicle has been repeatedly getting a "Door Fault Service Required" alert on the dashboard. I have even had the burglar alarm (horn honking and lights flashing) go off for no reason in my garage with my garage door shut. This is the exact problem that was covered with safety recall 19S03. For some reason, my vehicle was not included as part of this recall, even though it was built at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant where the other problematic vehicles came from. The build…
    NHTSA complaint #11684194 · source
  5. Filed Jul 24, 202529,000 miNYBody & Structure
    The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while the vehicle parked and occupied, while attempting to close the driver’s side door, the door failed to latch as intended. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor an independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V077000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES); however, the VIN was…
    NHTSA complaint #11675949 · source
  6. Filed Jul 1, 2025150,000 miMAWheels & Tires
    The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental equipped with Nokian Tires, Tire Line: One, Tires Size: 235/50/R18, DOT Number: 03B431326. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH and at various speeds, the wheels were shuddering. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the tires were inspected. The mechanic informed the contact that the interior of the sidewalls were delaminating, causing the tires to become out-of-round. Additionally, the contact was informed…
    NHTSA complaint #11670449 · source
  7. Filed Jun 16, 202525,000 miWISteering
    The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel turned approximately 90-degrees counterclockwise unintendedly while the vehicle continued driving straight. The message "Adaptive Steering Fault - Service Now" was displayed. The contact stated that upon turning off and restarting the vehicle later, the steering wheel returned to the center. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined…
    NHTSA complaint #11667161 · source
  8. Filed May 12, 202579,000 miMIBody & Structure
    The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that upon attempting to close the front driver’s side door, the door latch failed to lock the door properly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the door latch was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was…
    NHTSA complaint #11660375 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology