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2023 Lincoln Corsair Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2023 Lincoln Corsair has 8 NHTSA recall campaigns and 14 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Lincoln dealer.

NHTSA also files the 2023 Lincoln Corsair separately as Corsair Phev — 2 recall campaigns.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2023 Lincoln Corsair, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2023 Lincoln Corsair owner complaints

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Lincoln Corsair, describing incidents dated July 15, 2023 to May 10, 2026.

Most-cited components

  • Electrical System 7 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 6 complaints
  • Back Over Prevention 1 complaint
  • Engine 1 complaint
  • Exterior Lighting 1 complaint
  • Forward Collision Avoidance 1 complaint

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11752196 · Filed

    The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…

  • ODI #11748517 · Filed

    On May 10 a lighted wrench appeared on the instrument panel. The car felt as if I was loosing power. May 12 I got in the car, the wrench and check engine lights were both on. Called the dealer service department. They told me the car is not safe to drive as it cannot accelerator and will go into…

  • ODI #11740657 · Filed

    The contact owns a (YMM) 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (example: 20V315000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was/was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer…

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Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208

NHTSA #25V338000 · Seat Belts — Front — Warning Light/Devices · NHTSA notice

Reported May 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 4,442 vehicles

Repair completion: 67.67% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 25C18 · Owners notified July 3, 2025 · Vehicles built through November 17, 2022 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator and Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a Revel Audio System that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V-953. When the driver's seat belt is not buckled and the vehicle is started, the seat belt warning system may activate the audible warning chime for an insufficient amount of time of less than 4 seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety consequence

An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C18.

Block Heater May Overheat and Cause Fire

NHTSA #25V343000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice

Reported May 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 6,781 vehicles

Repair completion: 63.75% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 25S52 · Owners notified June 9, 2026 · Vehicles built July 1, 2022 – October 4, 2023 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.

Safety consequence

An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.

Engine Failure May Cause Fire

NHTSA #25V345000 · Engine · NHTSA notice

Reported May 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 1,809 vehicles

Repair completion: 74.52% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 25S54 · Owners notified June 27, 2025 · Vehicles built through May 11, 2023 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

Safety consequence

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.

Rearview Camera Image May Not Display

NHTSA #25V315000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported May 9, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 1,076,138 vehicles

Repair completion: 93.22% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 25S49 · Owners notified October 8, 2025 · Vehicles built starting June 24, 2022 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety consequence

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit

NHTSA #24V954000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery — Management System/Energy Control Module (BMS/BECM) · NHTSA notice

Reported December 20, 2024 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 20,484 vehicles

Repair completion: 86.32% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 24S79 · Owners notified May 30, 2025 · Vehicles built October 24, 2019 – April 16, 2024 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

Safety consequence

Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised not to charge battery till the remedy has been completed. Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (BECM) software update, and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S79.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Missing Dashboard Air Bag Warning Label/FMVSS 208

NHTSA #24V852000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice

Reported November 8, 2024 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 27,678 vehicles

Repair completion: 65.72% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 24C39 · Owners notified December 19, 2024 · Vehicles built July 23, 2019 – August 19, 2024 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety consequence

Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Fuel Injectors May Leak

NHTSA #24V634000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Fuel Injection System — Injectors · NHTSA notice

Reported August 23, 2024 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 24 vehicles

Repair completion: 83.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 24S54 · Owners notified October 7, 2024 · Vehicles built October 12, 2023 – October 20, 2023 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2023-2024 Escape, 2024 Mustang, and 2025 Explorer vehicles. The fuel injectors may have been assembled without O-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will install new fuel injector O-rings and O-ring support discs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S54.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Engine Failure May Cause Fire

NHTSA #23V380000 · Engine · NHTSA notice

Reported May 26, 2023 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 125,322 vehicles

Repair completion: 89.37% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 23S27 · Owners notified May 3, 2024

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

Safety consequence

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will replace the engine long-block in 2023 Escape and Corsair vehicles. For the other vehicles, dealers will update the powertrain control module software. If a connecting rod bearing failure is detected, dealers will replace the engine long-block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S27. This recall expands and replaces recall number 22V-484. Vehicles previously repaired under 22V-484 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Other Lincoln Corsair model years

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