2017 Lincoln Continental: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Lincoln Continental: 4 recalls, 75 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #16V731000 · 2016 · 1,827 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V123000 · 2017 · 27,531 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #19V077000 · 2019 · 27,609 vehicles
What's wrong: The door latch pawl motors May not function properly, possibly resulting in a door latch not fully engaging.
Why it matters: 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.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V644000 · 2022 · 277,040 vehicles
What's wrong: Degradation of the camera's anit-reflective lens coating can lead to a foggy or cloudy rearview camera image.
Why it matters: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (20): the most common themes are door / lock issues (16).
- Other / unknown (16): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Latches & locks (15): the most common themes are door / lock issues (15).
- Electrical (14): the most common themes are door / lock issues (13).
The 2017 Lincoln Continental has 75 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 17 Continental model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 82). Complaints peaked in 2026 (13 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 50,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (21 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 27 | 21 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Regular |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Lincoln Continental have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Lincoln Continental. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Lincoln Continental problems?
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (20), other / unknown (16), latches & locks (15).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Lincoln Continental get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (2.7 L, Automatic (S6)), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Lincoln Continental repair manual?
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