2017 Lincoln CONTINENTAL problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
75 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
50,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2017 model year. Data snapshot: . 39 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Unknown Or Other is the most frequently named component, appearing in 16 of 75 complaints (21.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 3 | 4.0% |
| Steering behavior | 3 | 4.0% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 1.3% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 1.3% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 1.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Structure:Body | 14 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 11 |
| Back Over Prevention | 8 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 4 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 3 |
Unknown Or Other: 16; Electrical System: 14; Structure:Body: 14; Latches/Locks/Linkages: 11; Back Over Prevention: 8; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch: 4; Seats: 4; Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera: 3
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 12 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 7 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 9 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 5 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 3 |
| 150,000 and above | 3 |
Under 25,000: 12; 25,000 to 49,999: 7; 50,000 to 74,999: 9; 75,000 to 99,999: 5; 100,000 to 149,999: 3; 150,000 and above: 3
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (12). 36 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2025 | 10 |
| 2026 | 13 |
2017: 3; 2018: 1; 2019: 9; 2020: 5; 2021: 6; 2022: 5; 2023: 12; 2024: 11; 2025: 10; 2026: 13
Pattern summary
Unknown Or Other leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 3 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 3 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11541443 · 2023-08-29 (August 29, 2023)
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while driving approximately 35–40 MPH, the parking brake activated, causing the driver to swerve, as the tires squealed. The driver was able to pull over. The contact was unable to release the parking brake. The vehicle was in LIMP Mode. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS brake module had malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. T…
Owner-reported narrative. 150,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11541443 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11617836 · 2024-10-03 (October 3, 2024)
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH and coming upon a red traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The contact activated the parking brake to stop the vehicle. The contact became aware of brake fluid underneath the vehicle near the wheel and brake hose. The contact took the vehicle to a body shop nearby and a certified mechanic inspected the vehicle and diagnosed that the brake hose had failed. …
Owner-reported narrative. 90,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11617836 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11015421 · 2017-08-15 (August 15, 2017)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DIMMED AND IT WAS HARD TO READ ESPECIALLY WHEN IT WAS BRIGHTER OUTSIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (SAGINAW VALLEY FORD LINCOLN LOCATED AT 4201 BAY RD, SAGINAW, MI 48603; [phone removed]), BUT NOTHING COULD BE DONE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11015421 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11164821 · 2019-01-07 (January 7, 2019)
I'M WRITING FROM LITHUANIA, SEVERAL MONTH AGO I BOUGHT LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2017 AFTER SMALL ACCIDENT. I SHIP IT TO LITHUANIA, REPAIRED IT AND FIND OUT WHY ACCIDENT HAPPENED.. AFTER ALL BODY REPAIR (YES, ONLY BODY WAS DAMAGED), ALL DTC CODES CLEAR I TAKE CAR FOR TEST DRIVE, AND AFTER ~20ML OF DRIVE IN CITY ON ONE OF SHARP TURN MY CONTINENTAL STEERING WHEEL LOCKED BY ITSELF! I ALMOST HIT INCOMING TRAFFIC CAR, THEN I UNDERSTAND WHY ACCIDENT HAPPENS FOR THIS CAR IN USA. I'M ELECTRONIC SPECIALIST, SO I HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND ALL EQUIPMENT FOR SUCH DIAGN…
Owner-reported narrative. 20 miles reported. Look up ODI 11164821 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11550870 · 2023-10-19 (October 19, 2023)
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that on numerous occasions after the vehicle was shifted into park, the front driver’s and passenger side door latch failed to engage. The contact stated that he had to manually unlock the door to exit the vehicle. The contact stated that the electronic door latch intermittently operated. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not yet been diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V077000 (Latches, …
Owner-reported narrative. 45,720 miles reported. Look up ODI 11550870 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11740862 · 2026-05-29 (May 29, 2026)
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while at various speeds, the contact noticed that there was an abnormal burning oil odor coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding sound, unexpectedly bounced and stalled. The message "4WD Off" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to different independent mechanics, and the transfer case was replaced twice; however, the failure persisted while driving. The vehicle was taken t…
Owner-reported narrative. 110,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11740862 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11635827 · 2025-01-14 (January 14, 2025)
Door latch failed and will not unlock the front passenger door. Dangerous situation if the battery dies. Similar recall but Lincoln said there's nothing they can do only 2019 was recalled for that. Would not make an exception. Dealer was surprised and advised me to report.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11635827 at NHTSA ↗