2020 LINCOLN Corsair Problems & Complaints

The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V510000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was intermittently black while the vehicle was in reverse (R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the view of road while reversing. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.

The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V342000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V342000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The rear video camera when I attempted to back up failed and no rear video image just a blue screen. This happened today (06/22/2022).

Vehicle had recall 21V735 completed. Rear camera fail/blue screen both when engaged in reverse and using camera button. Failure resulted in warning messages of reverse brake assist unavailable. Video taken showing current software version while parked and camera failure for proof and uploaded to manufacture social media account in direct message. Additionally, local FMCO dealership was called to ask if can bring in for troubleshooting while error was occurring before closing. Dealership stated to make service appointment that was approximately 9 business days later. Camera has been operational since recorded incident but vehicle not taken for servicing due to unavailable loaner vehicle.

The computer system in the car completely shut down on the middle of driving.

Electrical system totally shuts down and car is dead.This happened 4 times.The battery is not dead but the electrical system shuts it down.You have to jump or separate battery to re activate system.Last incident not even emergency key worked to open the car.Danger is if someone is in the car and you cannot get them out.The car was so dead I had to call road service.They towed to dealer.Last time we took to the dealer they said no problem with the car.This time we had to tow and the Lincoln assist driver could not opeit.Definite safety issue if child or animal got locked in by accident someone outside cannot get in even with key ,for the key does not work.Nothing will open this car.A huge danger.

20E03 & 20CI9 BOTH RECALL HAVE NOT BEEN DONE AND DO NOT WORK

2020-08-29 CAR WAS PURCHASED, DUE TO CURRENT COVID-19 SITUATION THE CAR IS JUST DRIVEN OCCASIONALLY. AFTER THE CAR WAS NOT MOVED FOR OVER 14 DAYS THE CAR WENT INTO DEEP SLEEP MODE. ACCORDING TO THE WARNING (SEE ATTACHED PIC) IT REQUIRES TO MANUALLY TURN ON THE CAR TO DEACTIVATE THIS MODE. THIS IS NOT THE CASE OF THE CORSAIR BECAUSE ON DAILY BASIS THE CAR CONTINUES GOING INTO THE DEEP SLEEP MODE DRAINING THE BATTERY. IN TWO OCCASIONS BETWEEN THE WEEK OF SEP 14TH AND SEP 21ST I WAS REQUIRED TO JUMP START THE BATTERY TO TURN THE CAR ON. 2020-09-21 REMOTE FEATURES DISABLED FOR BATTERY OPTIMIZATION. TO CONSERVE BATTERY LIFE FOR THE CORSAIR, REMOTE FEATURES ARE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE. THIS HAPPENS BEEN DRIVEN IN A WHILE. 2020-09-22 YOUR SCHEDULED START FAILED. THE CORSAIR START FAILED BECAUSE YOUR VEHICLE INACTIVITY HAS PUT IT IN DEEP SLEEP MODE IN ORDER TO CONSERVE BATTERY POWER. 2020-09-23 YOUR SCHEDULED START FAILED. (SAME AS ABOVE) 2020-09-23 CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO FIX DEEP SLEEP / BATTERY DRAIN KNOWN ISSUE 2020-09-24 REMOTE FEATURES DISABLED FOR BATTERY OPTIMIZATION. (SAME AS ABOVE) 2020-09-24 ANTILOCK BRAKE FAULT. THE BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM DETECTED LOW BATTERY. 2020-09-24 PRE-COLLITION ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE. THE COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM DETECTED EITHER A SYSTEM FAULT OR AN OBSTRUCTED RADAR SENSOR. 2020-09-24 HILL START ASSIST WARNING. THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM MODULE HAS A BATTERY VOLTAGE FAULT. 2020-10-07 THE CAR STILL IN THE DEALER ACCORDING TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT WAITING FOR NEW BATTERY AND SOME PARTS THAT FORD HAS IN BACK-ORDER. THEY ESTIMATE THREE WEEKS TO GET THE PARTS. I DON'T UNDERSTAND IF THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE FOR FORD FOR QUITE SOME TIMES (SINCE LAST YEAR) WHY FORD HAS NOT BEEN DONE ANYTHING TO FIX IT OR TO CALL IT A RECALL. YOU CAN VALIDATE BY SEARCHING GOOGLE 2020 FORD EXPLORER OR 2020 LINCOLN CORSAIR DEEP SLEEP, BATTERY DRAIN ISSUE

360 camera recall issue still persists incredibly frequently. Pretty much every drive. Backup camera when it does work, is severely lagging and delaying which could result in a collision if using. Front camera was replaced which was providing a grey image, now it is displaying the blue image. LINCOLN states remedy is still not available.

The moon roof (the rear one that does not open) shattered for no apparent reason! The glass broke into many pieces and fell inside the car . I have no idea what could have caused this I was not driving and was not parked beneath anything?

Confirmed Mold inside the car on the floor carpet and mat on front passenger side. Evidence of water leak inside the car from around center console to the front passenger side. Car is currently in the repair shop for 9 days

I [XXX] and I am the owner of a 2020 Lincoln Corsair (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle is under a recall for the backup camera and wiring harness that affects the visibility of the rear-view image. When I contacted my local Lincoln dealership, they informed me that the recall parts are unavailable and that the earliest possible repair appointment is not until March 2026. I purchased the vehicle in October 2025 and am currently financing it for approximately $35,000. I am very concerned about continuing to drive a vehicle with a known safety-related issue for more than a year while waiting for parts that should already be available to consumers. This delay creates both safety and financial hardship for owners, and there does not appear to be an alternative remedy or temporary solution being offered by Lincoln. My camara is already glitching and experiencing some malfunction. So I am requesting that NHTSA review this recall and take steps to ensure that the manufacturer provides an appropriate and timely resolution or interim remedy for affected vehicles. Thank you for your attention to this matter. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Please know we attempted to have our 2020 Lincoln Corsair inspected at an authorized Texas inspection Station and the Computer System would not allow an interface so we could not get the vehicle inspected . We then had to go to a Lincoln Dealer and they also had trouble with the computer system and were finally able to inspect the vehicle somehow, but not sure how they were able to finally inspect the vehicle. When we took our vehicle in to the Lincoln Dealer in September 2023 for the Temporary Fix for the Recall Notice 23S23 Blue or Black Image on the SYNC screen, again, the Dealer was not able to accomplish this because of the vehicle Computer System not being able to interface. We do believe we have a Computer System or Computer Software issue with our Lincoln Corsair.

The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated that the rear driver’s side liftgate bar had malfunctioned, and the spring had fractured into four pieces. The contact was concerned that the liftgate failed to remain open due to the failure. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the driver’s side liftgate bar needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 32,000.

HOOD DOES NOT CLOSE PROPERLY AFTER OPENING. IT SEEMS THAT THE LATCH IS MISALIGNED. *TR

On December 23rd ,2024 I brought my 2020 Lincoln Corsair to Keller ford dealer ship in Hanford CA. The issue was the engine overheated without any warning lights. I requested they diagnose the problem and provide me with the diagnosis and cost. They informed me that there was coolant intrusion on cylinder number 1 and spark plug was seized they told me I would need a new valve head and the cost would be $3950.86. I Have now learned that there has been a chromic problem with the 2.0 engine. I'm enclosing a problem list detailing the significant issues that have affected the corsair engine. These problems are systemic to the corsair engine as documented by the complaints of the corsair users. I have notified Lincoln of the problem and was never informed that this was a known problem to Lincoln. When we purchase the corsair I expected Lincoln to stand by its product. I was under the belief that Lincoln was a forth right and honest automobile company. I'm now out of pocket this amount of money. I expect Lincoln to act in good faith and remedy this situation. Please contact me at my email [XXX] or [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Knocking in the driver's side footboard when accelerating.

EVAP issues, purge valve replacement. Leaking gas. Car is drivable. Will not start after pumping gas and is mileage has significantly decreased. Scent of gas is strong.

COULD "NOT" FILL TANK WITH FIRST ATTEMPT TO FILL-UP WITH GAS.. HOES KEPT SPILLING OUT AND SHUTTING OFF AS IF IT WAS FULL. HAD TO RETURN TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS. ONE WEEK LATER ON SECOND FILL-UP, THAT WAS SUCCESSFUL, I NOW HAVE A VERY STRONG GAS SMELL IN GARAGE. TAKING BACK TO DEALER TODAY FOR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND GAS SMELL.

The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated while reversing from her driveaway, the vehicle seized. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the local dealer picked up the vehicle from her residence and drove to their location, where it was diagnosed with needing updates on the brakes to be completed. The vehicle was repaired but experience the failure for a second time. The contact took the vehicle again to the dealer, but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending the repairs. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.

WE HAVE A RECALL NOTICE FROM LINCOLN CONCERNING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, BUT THIS RECALL IS NOT SHOWN IN YOUR SYSTEM.

While driving, received AWD, Traction Control, Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Alert/Malfunction lights on instrument panel and notification that none of them were working. Happened consistently after starting vehicle while driving a few minutes. Had vehicle taken in to dealership to discover a new AWD module was needed and not covered by warranty. After further research, determined that there was a recall for the same part on the same model of our vehicle one year later but did not include our year model.

The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated the driver's seat occasionally slid backwards while driving between 5-55 MPH, making it difficult for the driver to reach the pedals. There were unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the transmission failed to operate as designed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. There were error codes on the seats. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

The overhead lights randomly turn on, which is incredibly distracting, especially when driving at night. Additionally, the moonroof has just stopped working. Although this is more of an inconvenience, I am concerned that both of these combined represent an electrical issue with the overhead console module, which can result in many more hazards if left without repair. There are no dash lights signaling issues. I have reported the problem to the dealer where I purchased the car a couple of months ago (Tim Short Ford of Lafollette); my local dealership (Rusty Wallace Ford Lincoln of Morristown), which also reported that there were two other vehicles currently in the service department for the same issue; and to the Lincoln Concierge. I found many reports online of similar issues with this vehicle and with the confirmed two other vehicles with the same issue at my local dealership, this appears to be a widespread problem. However, after speaking with the Concierge, it is apparent that the company is not acknowledging the issue as no accommodation was offered despite the known similar failures in the same model line.

On December 23rd ,2024 I brought my 2020 Lincoln Corsair to Keller ford dealer ship in Hanford CA. The issue was the engine overheated without any warning lights. I requested they diagnose the problem and provide me with the diagnosis and cost. They informed me that there was coolant intrusion on cylinder number 1 and spark plug was seized they told me I would need a new valve head and the cost would be $3950.86. I Have now learned that there has been a chromic problem with the 2.0 engine. I'm enclosing a problem list detailing the significant issues that have affected the corsair engine. These problems are systemic to the corsair engine as documented by the complaints of the corsair users. I have notified Lincoln of the problem and was never informed that this was a known problem to Lincoln. When we purchase the corsair I expected Lincoln to stand by its product. I was under the belief that Lincoln was a forth right and honest automobile company. I'm now out of pocket this amount of money. I expect Lincoln to act in good faith and remedy this situation. Please contact me at my email [XXX] or [XXX] On may 26 2025 I had travel approximately 200 miles since the repairs from Keller Ford I travel to Los Angeles CA. Before I arrived at my destination the exact same problem reoccured. With out any warning light my car overheated and white smoke came out of the tail pipe. The net day I went to South Bay Ford. They inspected my vehicle and told me the EGR cooler has develop a coolant leak. They took pictures with showed that the repair at Keller Ford fail to properly diagnose the problem. Again this appear to be a chronic problem to the corsair as other users had made written complaints to NHTSA. This repair cost $961.44. As the results the total cost of the damage to my vehicle is in excess of $4912.30. I once again demand that one could stand by it product and set this matter straight. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

DISPLAY PANEL FREEZES AND IT ALSO DISPLAYS AS BLANK AND I DON'T HAVE ACCESS TO THE RADIO OR THERMASTAT CONTROLS REVERSE BRAKING SYSTEM FAIL FOR PARKING

The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the "Check Headlamp System, See Manual," message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the dealer failed to duplicate the failure. The contact stated that the message remained on the instrument panel. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 13,378.

Has been to dealer 8x in last 4 months for the 360 camera recall and camera issues the rear camera will grey out when in reverse and CarPlay / iPhone is plugged in

We were traveling east on I-80 just before exit 151. When the panoramic sunroof exploded in the corsair. The sound was as loud as a gun shot going off by your head, I was lucky that the sound did not cause me to veer into another lane and cause a multi vehicle accident. My ears rang for 4 hours after the incident. The glass shattered from front to rear of sun roof in small pieces. My wife and I were lucky that we had the sun shade closed or we would have suffered injuries from the glass that shattered inward into the sun shade. In my 42 years of having a CDL and 20 years of being a vice president of safety and risk for a large trucking company. This was one of the most frightening incidents that I have been involved in.

While driving with cruise control set, an pre-collision assist not available warning showed on the dashboard. Cruise control automatically switched off and the immediately slowed even when pressing the gas pedal. The vehicle began to jerk as if the brakes were automatically activated. When able to safely pull over and stop the vehicle, it would not go into park nor would it turn off. The vehicle would only turn off and start when the emergency parking brake had been applied. After inspection at a certified dealership and maintenance shop, the vehicle was diagnosed with major transmission malfunction. The transmission fluid had been completely burned out and metal shavings were present. I asked how could this happen, especially when the necessary maintenance service checks and procedures were in order. The technician said he didn't know. I checked the manufacturer's recall listing and there is a recall on the transmission but that particular recall did not affect my particular VIN. Now the manufacturer refuses to discuss this issue with me, stating that due to proprietary reasons they could not offer me any further assistance or information. Total repair cost = $10,675.67 $4000.00 has been offered as part of the Ford goodwill program. Unfortunately all warranties have expired due to mileage, except the powertrain, which I was told did not include the transmission. 2020 Lincoln Corsair 139, 117 miles This is a first time event for my vehicle. My vehicle stalled in the middle of traffic on the highway. No injuries involved.

I was involved in a front-end collision a ~7 ton commercial vehicle, their fault due to distracted driving while using a cell phone, in which the forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and air bags failed. My Corsair had to be towed since it did not run after the accident, the drivers door could not open, so had to crawl out the passenger side. The Corsair was taken to an autobody shop that day and within a week their preliminary visual estimate without tearing down was over half the value of the vehicle and has since been declared a total loss. I sustained injuries in the accident that will be treated for some time and can only speculate that had systems worked, there could have been a chance for less severe injuries or potentially avoided the collision altogether. The autobody shop and insurance has all commented they were surprised none of the safety features worked, but no root cause has been documented as to why. At the time of the accident, all recalls were considered up-to-date and the vehicle has been very well maintained to by a Ford dealer and to the specifications of the owners manual. There were no warning lamps.

Camera blur during Reverse

Issue with damage done to wiring by rats, because of soy based wire covering. Vehicle will intermittently not start, all dash board lights flash, or engine will turn off. The service advisor knew this as well as salesperson. This is an issue as if driving car could power off and cause an accident. This has happened on various dates. I have requested the wiring to be fixed at dealers cost, no reply yet

IN SEPTEMBER, 2020 I RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE #20S41 FOR A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE REAR COIL SPRING AND THE REAR TOE LINK BRACKET. I RECEIVED FOLLOW UP NOTICES THAT I STILL HAD NOT ACTED ON THIS RECALL IN OCTOBER 2020 AND MARCH, 2021. I HAVE ATTEMPTED TO SCHEDULE THE REPAIR OF THIS ISSUE 4 TIMES. VARSITY LINCOLN DEALERSHIP IN WIXOM, MI HAD INSPECTED MY CORSAIR ON 10/18/20 AND DETERMINED THAT THE REAR COIL DID NOT PASS THE INSPECTION AND THAT I WOULD HAVE TO WAIT FOR PARTS. IN NOVEMBER I HAD OTHER SERVICES DONE ON MY VEHICLE AND THEY COULD NOT REPAIR THE RECALL ISSUE BECAUSE OF LACK OF PARTS. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP ON 03/19/21 TO SCHEDULE SERVICE FOR THE RECALL AS I HAD RECEIVED ANOTHER NOTICE FROM LINCOLN MOTORS THAT MY CORSAIR NEEDED INSPECTION AND REPAIR. I TRIED TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR REPAIR BUT I WAS INFORMED BY THE APPOINTMENT SCHEDULER THAT THE DEALERSHIP DID NOT HAVE THE NECESSARY PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR AND FURTHER THAT THE DEALERSHIP HAD NO INFORMATION AS TO WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE. SO I AM DRIVING A VEHICLE THAT HAS A SAFETY ISSUE AND CAN'T GET IT REPAIRED DUE TO LACK OF AVAILABLE PARTS.

INCIDENT #1: I WAS DRIVING ON A 45 MPH ROAD THAT I FREQUENTLY DRIVE. ALARM AND LIGHTS FLASHING TO WARN ME OF AN IMPENDING CRASH. **THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES ON THIS ROAD DRIVING IN EITHER DIRECTION. 1/15/2021 INCIDENT#2. I WAS DRIVING ON A 45 MPH ROAD NEAR HOME. NAVIGATION STARTED ON ITS OWN GIVING DIRECTIONS GIVEN TO DRIVE TO A LOCATION THAT WAS NEVER ENTERED PREVIOUSLY INTO THE SYSTEM. 2/4//21

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I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT APPROXIMATELY 7 MONTHS AGO WITH MY 2020 LINCOLN CORSAIR? A VEHICLE HIT MY DRIVER SIDE DOOR AND T-BONED MY VEHICLE. THE CAR IS STILL IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPAIRED BUT NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT EVEN THOUGH MANY DRIVER SIDE COMPONENTS WERE DAMAGED AND OVER 28K WORTH OF DAMAGE WAS SUSTAINED. I WAS DRIVING THROUGH TO AN INTERSECTION ATTEMPTING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC. AND THE PROXIMITY ALARMS WENT OFF BUT NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. IT WAS ON A CITY STREET I ATTEMPTED TO GET INFORMATION ABOUT THE AIRBAGS FROM LINCOLN DIRECTLY BUT NO INFORMATION TO DATE.

WHILE DRIVING A RANDOM POP NOISE IS HEARD AND FELT UNDER THE DRIVER SIDE FLOOR BOARD. WHEN PARKING AND PUTTING CAR IN REVERSE OR IN DRIVE CAN REPLICATE THE SAME POPPING NOISE AS WELL AS AND FEEL THE POP UNDER THE FOOT ON DRIVERS SIDE.

NEW CORSAIR 2020 PURCHASED ON THE 4TH AUG 2020. I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ISSUES WITH SUSPENSION, INBALANCE WHILE DRIVING, AND WIPER ISSUE WITH VISIBILITY.