Passenger Door Latch sensor failure. Door Latches were under recall 2017 to 2019 Lincoln Continental sedans built from Nov. 30, 2015, through Nov. 14, 2018, at Ford's Flat Rock assembly plant in Michigan to include 2020 manufactured in Flat Rock. My car was manufactured in Flat Rock, MI
The worst 2020 Lincoln Continental problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Driver assistance2
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Locks1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Driver assistance2
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Locks1
Recalls 2
Back over prevention: software
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
- Risk
- A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Recall number 25V442000 · Recall details
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2020 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental vehicles equipped with the 360-degree camera system. Degradation of the camera's anit-reflective lens coating can lead to a foggy or cloudy rearview camera image.
- Risk
- Lack of a clear rearview camera image can reduce the driver's visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S51.
Recall number 22V644000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Lincoln Continental 69
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Customer Satisfaction Program 22M03 – Supplement #2 Certain 2017-2020 Model Year Continental and Super...
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming
- New vehicle delivery hold
- Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines...
- Various connectivity concerns with The Ford App Lincoln App including but not limited to: missing...
- Certain 2017
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Various 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a partially or fully black...
- Some 2020 Continental, 2020-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2025 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair/F-150/F-Super...
- Certain 2018-2024 model year various vehicles — update sync software
2020 Lincoln Continental fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 |
| 2.7L 6‑cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 |
| 3.7L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | AWD | 16 | 24 | 19 |
| 3.7L 6‑cyl | AWD | 16 | 24 | 19 |
What 2020 Lincoln Continental owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front driver’s side door would not open from the inside. In addition, the rear passenger’s side door would not open from the outside. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.
The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Continental. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V644000 (Back Over Prevention) 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 amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse, the rear-view camera became foggy. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact then received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number 22V644000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. 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 issue. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Unexplained crack in windshield. Crack appeared without any external object striking the windshield. Temperature was in the 70s and not freezing temperatures all year (living in fresno ca). Not sure when it happened, but I noticed it when the car was parked after driving about 7 miles.
On my 2020 lincoln continental the brake pedal is about one inch higher then the gas pedal. On most cars the brake and gas pedals are even in height. On this car when I move my foot to stop the car I must lift my foot. A few times the side of my foot has hit the brake pedal causing a momentary delay in stopping.
Tl* the contact leased a 2020 lincoln continental. The contact stated that while opening the trunk from the dashboard and unloading groceries from the trunk, the trunk lid independently closed sticking his head. The contact mentioned that there was no chime and that the trunk was heavy. The contact sustained head and shoulder injuries that required medical attention. The contact called palm springs motors located at 69-200 ca-111, cathedral city, ca 92234, and informed them of the failure. The dealer informed the contact that due to him having the key fob in his pocket, the computer underneath the bumper was activated causing the trunk to close or that the key fob might be defective. The dealer refused to buy back the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160.
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Questions about the 2020 Lincoln Continental
Is the 2020 Lincoln Continental reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2020 Lincoln Continental, fewer than a typical Continental model year.
What is the 2020 Lincoln Continental year score?
The 2020 Lincoln Continental scores 92 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Lincoln Continental: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Lincoln Continental?
Driver assistance and stability, with 2 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2020 Lincoln Continental have?
2 recalls, covering back over prevention.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Lincoln Continental driver assistance?
Yes, 2 recalls: 25V442000, 22V644000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Lincoln Continental get?
Official estimates for the 2020 Lincoln Continental range from 19 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.7L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 18 city and 27 highway.
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