2022 Lincoln Corsair Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2022 Lincoln Corsair ranks 2nd worst out of 6 model years, with a complaint index of 80, 34 complaints, and 19 recall campaigns. Owners mainly report rearview camera failures, electrical faults, and brake problems, making it rated Avoid relative to other Corsair years.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 80/100
- #2 of 6 Corsair years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 34
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 19
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 2
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 4
- Top issue
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 24.5
- 21.5 city / 29 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 4 / 0
Top 2022 Lincoln Corsair problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras10 (29%)
- Electrical System9 (26%)
- Other5 (15%)
- Brakes4 (12%)
- Engine4 (12%)
- Structure & Body4 (12%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (12%)
- Visibility & Wipers4 (12%)
- Fuel System2 (6%)
- Airbags1 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Rearview camera displays a black or blue screen or fails to show an image, sometimes tied to unavailable recall parts.
- Brake pedal input failed to slow the vehicle at low speed, in one case allowing a wheel to strike a curb.
- Panoramic sunroof shattered while driving at highway speed, sending glass into the cabin.
- Vehicle stalled unexpectedly in traffic and would not restart or shift into neutral after repair.
- 12-volt electrical system lost all voltage, leaving the car unable to start even after extended charging.
- Forward collision avoidance system failed to activate when the vehicle ahead stopped suddenly, with no warning light illuminated.
2022 Lincoln Corsair recalls
19 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V123000Mar 3, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras889,950 vehicles
Back over prevention:software
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V117000Mar 3, 2026Visibility & Wipers604,533 vehicles
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
Risk: Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V685000Oct 10, 2025Other59,006 vehicles
Equipment:electrical:engine block heater
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
2022 Lincoln Corsair fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21.5 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 24.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,650
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Corsair years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Lincoln Corsair reliable?
- Compared to other Corsair model years, 2022 ranks 2nd worst out of 6, with a complaint index of 80 and 34 NHTSA complaints, so it is rated Avoid relative to the rest of the lineup.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Lincoln Corsair?
- NHTSA data shows Collision Avoidance & Cameras issues lead with 29% of complaints, followed by Electrical System problems at 26% and Brakes at 12%.
- Does the 2022 Lincoln Corsair have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns for the 2022 Corsair, including rearview camera water intrusion, wiper motor failure, and a seat belt warning chime issue, though none are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 Corsair compare to other years?
- The 2020 Corsair has a higher complaint index of 100 and is also rated Avoid, while 2023 and 2025 score much lower (20 and 0) and are rated Best.
- What mileage do 2022 Corsair problems typically show up at?
- Median mileage at failure varies by system: Brakes issues appeared around 1,600 miles, Visibility & Wipers around 18,650 miles, and Collision Avoidance & Cameras around 19,680 miles.