NHTSA (USA)Critical
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This page covers 11 recalls, 19 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2023 Lincoln Corsair.
24–33 mpg combined
7.1–9.8 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2023 Lincoln Corsair's complaint picture is spread thin across a small number of reports, but a few patterns stand out. Electrical system complaints lead the count, with owners describing charging behavior that doesn't hold to the limits they've set, the vehicle reportedly charges past a configured threshold rather than stopping at it. Forward collision avoidance draws the next cluster of complaints, though the narratives don't point to a single consistent symptom across those reports. Two separate owners describe the panoramic moonroof shattering spontaneously while driving, with no preceding impact, glass landed in the cabin in both cases. On the powertrain side, one owner reports a rear differential failure during a long highway drive, and another flags that the Corsair can't be flat-towed with all four wheels down without risking powertrain damage.
19
Total Complaints
By System
The 2023 Lincoln Corsair has 11 recalls, the most serious being multiple fire risks: defective high-voltage battery cells on plug-in hybrid models can short internally, and fuel injectors missing O-ring support discs can leak fuel near ignition sources.
The hybrid powertrain fire concern extends further, as 2.5L hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines can release oil and fuel vapor into the engine compartment during an engine failure, where hot exhaust components can ignite them. Prior repair attempts under an earlier recall did not fully resolve this issue, and a separate recall covers the same engine fire risk for vehicles that received an incorrect repair. On vehicles equipped with a factory-installed engine block heater, the heater can overheat while the vehicle is parked and plugged in, also raising a fire risk. These block heater recalls only affect models with 1.5L or 2.0L engines.
Two lower-severity issues round out the list. A software defect can cause the rearview camera image to freeze or disappear when reversing, reducing visibility behind the vehicle. On vehicles with the Revel Audio System that were previously repaired under an earlier recall, the seatbelt warning chime may sound for less than four seconds, failing to adequately alert the driver of an unbuckled belt. There is also a compliance recall for a missing airbag warning label on the dashboard.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What can fail
A manufacturing defect in one or more high voltage battery cells may cause an internal short circuit, leading to battery failure in certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrids.
What the fix does
Ford is developing a repair. Until completed, use only Auto EV mode and charge the battery to a maximum of 80% capacity.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A manufacturing flaw in high voltage battery cells may cause an internal short circuit, leading to battery failure in certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles.
What the fix does
Ford will perform a repair to address the battery defect. Until repair is available, operate only in Auto EV mode and limit maximum battery charge as instructed by Ford.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Incorrect prior repairs to 2.5L hybrid or plug-in hybrid engines may allow engine oil and fuel vapor to leak into the engine compartment, where they can accumulate near hot surfaces and ignition sources, risking engine compartment fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software at no cost to reprogram engine controls and prevent the failure.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The seat belt warning chime may sound for less than 4 seconds when the driver starts the vehicle without buckling the seat belt, instead of the required duration.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the audio control module software at no charge to restore proper warning chime duration.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The engine block heater can overheat when plugged in on certain vehicles with 1.5L or 2.0L engines equipped with a factory-installed block heater.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the block heater element and inspect or replace the electrical cord if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The engine block heater can overheat when the vehicle is parked with the heater plugged in.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if needed. Alternatively, install a blanking plug and remove the heater cord.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
What the fix does
The accessory protocol interface module software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A manufacturing defect in one or more high voltage battery cells may cause an internal short circuit, leading to battery failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the battery energy control module software and replace the high voltage battery pack as needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The air bag warning label on the dashboard may be missing, which means the vehicle doesn't have the required safety information label.
What the fix does
Ford will mail you the warning label at no cost. Letters were sent December 19, 2024. Call 1-866-436-7332 with questions.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Fuel injectors may lack O-ring support discs, allowing fuel to leak from the injector assembly.
What the fix does
Dealers will install new fuel injector O-rings and O-ring support discs at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Engine oil and fuel vapor may leak into the engine compartment when the engine fails, accumulating near hot components and creating a fire risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the engine long-block in 2023 models or update powertrain software in others. Engine replacement occurs if connecting rod bearing failure is detected.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
