This page covers 7 recalls, 18 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2024 Lincoln Corsair.
24–25 mpg combined
9.4–9.8 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
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 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical system complaints make up the largest share of what 2024 Lincoln Corsair owners report. The most consistent pattern involves the 12-volt battery draining after the vehicle sits for an extended period, owners describe waking up to a "battery saver mode" warning, degraded connectivity features, and battery voltage readings that drop significantly over weeks despite dealer visits. Airbag complaints are the next named category, with owners reporting that the system did not deploy in situations they expected it to. Back-over prevention draws a small cluster of reports as well, though complaint volume across all categories is low for this model year, so no single issue has accumulated the kind of volume that would point to a clear widespread pattern. The battery drain issue is the most consistently described recurring symptom across multiple owners.
18
Total Complaints
3
Crash-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2024 Lincoln Corsair has 7 recalls, the most serious being a high-voltage battery defect in plug-in hybrid models where an internal short circuit can cause sudden loss of drive power or a fire.
Beyond the battery issue, certain Corsairs equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L engine and an engine block heater can overheat while the vehicle is parked and plugged in, raising the risk of a fire. On the exterior, water can leak into the rear combination lights and knock out the brake lights, turn signals, reverse lights, or taillights, making the vehicle harder for other drivers to read. A separate software issue can cause the rearview camera image to freeze or go missing when backing up, cutting off the driver's view behind the vehicle. There is also a compliance issue: some vehicles may be missing the airbag warning label from the dashboard, which is required to inform occupants of proper restraint use.
At a glance
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.
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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 →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
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.
At a glance
What can fail
Water can leak into the rear combination lights, causing the reverse, tail, brake, or turn signal lights to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear combination light assemblies at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
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.
At a glance
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.
At a glance
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.
At a glance
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.
