Most common 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev problems
Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lincoln Corsair Phev complaints by model year
Best Corsair Phev years: 2024, 2023. Compare all years →
2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev recalls (2)
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
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.
Remedy: Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM) software, free of charge.
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
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.
Remedy: 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…
What 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev owners say
Driver assistance
I want to bring to your attn something I feel is quite hazardous, but is no longer a worry for me. I have a new Lincoln Corsair, top trim, with Blue cruise self driving. I found I could set the cruise for a certain speed, say 48mph, and several min later the vehicle would suddenly accelerate, at times to 70 mph. No one a the dealership had a clue. The chief mechanic took it for a drive. He " could not duplicate the problem". My wife and I , on our own, solved this. One of the dozens of things in the vehicle set up process ( customizing) was to choose a speed above the speed limit ( 5 or 10 or 15 , etc). I assumed it would set off a sound to remind me to check my speed. NO. When the car on cruse control enters an area, pre-mapped for accept Blue cruise (Tesla like self drive), its cameras read the speed limit sign. …
Missing Parts during assembly resulted in wire melting onto muffler which subsequently resulted in error messages relating to the parking brake and disabling of the Adaptive Cruise Control and BlueCruise while driving. The failure to install deflectors, a part that is just inside the wheel well to keep wires from touching the muffler, is an ongoing issue which is discussed in a Lincoln forum since April 2022. I have found comments relating to these missing deflectors on Fords since 2019. [redacted] The missing parts are mostly, but not all, associated with having a towing package installed. If the wire had melted all the way through then a catastrophic event might have happened.
Electrical system
Missing Parts during assembly resulted in wire melting onto muffler which subsequently resulted in error messages relating to the parking brake and disabling of the Adaptive Cruise Control and BlueCruise while driving. The failure to install deflectors, a part that is just inside the wheel well to keep wires from touching the muffler, is an ongoing issue which is discussed in a Lincoln forum since April 2022. I have found comments relating to these missing deflectors on Fords since 2019. [redacted] The missing parts are mostly, but not all, associated with having a towing package installed. If the wire had melted all the way through then a catastrophic event might have happened.
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 the vehicle specifically as a plug-in hybrid The recall materially reduced the vehicle's usefulness and fuel savings We remain concerned about leasing another Corsair hybrid Furthermore: We leased the vehicle specifically for plug-in capability We paid a premium for the hybrid model We were unable to use charging/EV mode for a prolonged period Fuel costs increased because the vehicle functioned more like a regular gas SUV
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev a good car?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2023 Corsair Phev rates average: 21% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Corsair Phev at the same age. It is one of the best Corsair Phev years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev?
The driver assistance — 4 complaints, 44% of all complaints for this model year, most often about adaptive cruise control. Next are the electrical system (4) and speed control & acceleration (2).
How many recalls does the 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev, the most recent from February 17, 2026 (traction battery). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lincoln Corsair Phev?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2024 and 2023. See the full Lincoln Corsair Phev years comparison.
At what mileage do 2023 Lincoln Corsair Phev problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 9,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.