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ProblemsByVin File / 2019-LINCOLN-CONTINENTAL
2019 · lincoln

lincoln Continental problems

1 safety recall. 29 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 2 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
5 reports · avg $850
moderate
steering
3 reports · avg $700
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 Continental · other
The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that the front driver's side door latch failed to operate as needed. The failure rendered the vehicle inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related…
11/07/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11623977.0
2019 Continental · steering
My 2019 Lincoln Continental has been displaying an adaptive steering failure message for over 8 months now. I have taken the vehicle to multiple dealership and they just tell me the part is on back order. I have contracted the Lincoln office 888-214-2155 three times now…
10/30/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11622730.0
2019 Continental · other
Lightly leaned on door when it was shutting, making it so it wouldn't shut all the way, soft close system engaged jamming the door and making it impossible without destroying the door/motor to open even with the emergency release latch in the map compartment of my vehicle…
10/28/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11552433.0
2019 Continental · other
The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V6440000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…
10/19/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11489933.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 19V077000 11/02/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Lincoln Continental vehicles

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.

Common questions

Is the 2019 Lincoln Continental reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Lincoln Continental is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 Lincoln Continental?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 5 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Lincoln Continental has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Lincoln Continental?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 29 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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