2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 23, 2026 · 9 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Corsair Phev years
Not enough data 2nd of 6 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev. That ranks 2nd out of 6 Corsair Phev model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 44%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System4
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Power Train2 · ~9,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control2
Engine1
Fuel/propulsion System1
Service Brakes1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System444%———
Forward Collision Avoidance444%———
Power Train222%9,000——
Vehicle Speed Control222%———
Engine111%———
Fuel/propulsion System111%———
Service Brakes111%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 3 complaints
2023: 3202332024: 2202422025: 3202532026: 120261

n = 9 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev recalls (2)

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Electrical system:propulsion system:traction batteryFeb 17, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V091000 · 25,237 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

Risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM) software, free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. This recall expands previous recall numbers 24V954 and 25V489. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 18, 2026.

Electrical system:propulsion system:traction batteryNov 14, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V789000 · 20,558 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

Risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM), free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 24V954 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 18, 2025.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Due to a safety recall for possible battery fires, we have not been able to charge the PHEV for more than a year. This significantly affects the vehicle's mileage and performance and reduces the car's value. •We are unable to use the plug-in charging function for an extended period •We leased…

Electrical System · received May 23, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11739709

The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received Technical Service Bulletin Number: 24L10 (Documentation in Owner’s Manual Incorrectly Stated that the Vehicle Could be Recreationally Flat Towed). The contact stated that the vehicle could not be recreationally flat towed with all…

Power Train · received Oct 2, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11691033

The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…

Electrical System · received Apr 14, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11654472

The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…

Electrical System · received Feb 26, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11645113

Cruise control will not hold lock. Suddenly without warning and with no manual input the speed will surge to well over 80MPH and continues to accelerate until the cruise control is manually disengaged. Also sometimes it will go the other way dropping Suddenly to under 50 MPH after being running at…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Dec 24, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11632287

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev?

Owners most often report electrical system, forward collision avoidance, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Corsair Phev model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.