no report yet
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
NewRisk. Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Lincoln CorsairProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 62 owner complaints about the 2020 Lincoln Corsair, most often about the back over prevention. It is covered by 16 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-510 the manufacturer reports only 35% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Lincoln Corsair has problems
62 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
12Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
6Engine2 crash/fire/injury
6Exterior lighting
6Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
6Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
5Power train
4Structure
2Air bags
149 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 18 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 12 | 1 |
| Engine | 6 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 2 |
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2 |
| 9 other systems | 14 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
16 recalls
2020 Lincoln Corsair recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Electrical: engine block heater
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Front: warning light/devices
Risk. An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Front: warning light/devices
Risk. An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Springs: coil springs
Risk. A fractured rear coil spring can affect vehicle handling.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lincoln.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Corsair year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Corsair median. How we score
'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2020 Lincoln Corsair safety ratings
2020 Lincoln Corsair SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 Lincoln Corsair, and the recalls they led to.
- Rearview Camera FMVSS 111 NoncomplianceLed to recall 26V-104
In owners' words
What Corsair owners report
Recent back over prevention complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I was going forward in drive maybe 5 mph, came to a stop and opened my driver door, My car has the safety feature when you open your door, it automatically goes into park, it did, and so I proceeded to get out. I noticed my car kind of made a jerk, and the next thing I know it was going in reverse.…
The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V123000 (Back Over Prevention) and NHTSA Campaign Number 26V117000(Visibility); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V510000 (Back Over Prevention) and 26V123000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts for the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the recall repairs had been…
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