Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2026 Lincoln CorsairRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 0 owner complaints for the 2026 Lincoln Corsair. The EPA rates it 24–33 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
24–33mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest May 2026
Owner complaints
0
Filed with NHTSA
Fuel cost / yr
$1,950est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Power train: park pawl

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Power trainReported May 13, 2026NHTSA 26V301000

Seat belts: rear

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Corsair and Escape vehicles. The seat belt retractors for the left and right rear passenger seats may not be securely fastened.

Seat beltsReported Dec 12, 2025NHTSA 25V862000

Engine

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.

EngineReported Dec 2, 2025NHTSA 25V828000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 29, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

Filed with NHTSA
0 owner complaints found in NHTSA data for the 2026 Lincoln Corsair as of Oct 29, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 29, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Automatic (S8)
Drive
Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
EV range
420 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026EPA listing
04 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Corsair AWD PHEV
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
343233$1,950122
Corsair FWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
223025$2,550358
Corsair AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212824$2,700376
  • Corsair AWD PHEV
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    34 city · 32 hwy · $1,950/yr
    33
    mpg comb.
  • Corsair FWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 30 hwy · $2,550/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
  • Corsair AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    21 city · 28 hwy · $2,700/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
05 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Lincoln Corsair as of Oct 29, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 29, 2026
06 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
08 —FAQ

2026 Corsair questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Lincoln Corsair have?

4 safety recalls as of Oct 29, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2026 Lincoln Corsair problems?

No owner complaints were found in NHTSA data as of Oct 29, 2026.

What MPG does the 2026 Lincoln Corsair get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Lincoln Corsair at 24–33 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 29, 2026