Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2018 Lincoln Continental. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Cloudy Camera Lens May Reduce Rear Visibility
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
Doors May Open While Driving
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
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Owner complaints (21)
21 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The latches/locks/linkages is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 21 |
|---|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 28.6% |
| Electrical system | 5 | 23.8% |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 19% |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 19% |
| Structure | 2 | 9.5% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 4.8% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 4.8% |
| Power train | 1 | 4.8% |
| Tires | 1 | 4.8% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 4.8% |
How 2018 compares with other Continental years
Best and worst Continental years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 96 | 1 |
| 1998 | 72 | 1 |
| 1999 | 42 | 2 |
| 2000 | 63 | 3 |
| 2001 | 32 | 1 |
| 2002 | 33 | 0 |
| 2017 | 75 | 4 |
| 2018 | 21 | 2 |
| 2019 | 32 | 3 |
| 2020 | 7 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2018 Lincoln Continental 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 424 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 | 424 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | $3,350 | 451 |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 | 440 |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $3,550 | 466 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $3,550 | 467 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2018 Continental for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2018 Lincoln Continental FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Lincoln Continental have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 22V644000 (rear camera), 19V077000 (latch). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Lincoln Continental problems?
Owners filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. Latches/locks/linkages (6), Electrical system (5), Back over prevention (4) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Lincoln Continental get?
EPA rates the 2.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 18 city, 27 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2018 Lincoln Continental get?
NHTSA rated the 2018 Lincoln Continental 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (10.6% rollover risk).
How does the 2018 Continental compare with other years?
Among the 1997–2020 Lincoln Continental model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (7) and the 1997 the most (96). The 2018 drew 21. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.