CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Lincoln Continental has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 10 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (47 reports).
1988 Lincoln Continental recalls
Most common 1988 Lincoln Continental problems
Problem areas named in the 84 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 47 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 |
| Structure | 14 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 12 |
| Suspension | 9 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Equipment | 4 |
| Tires | 3 |
What owners report
ONGOING PROBLEM WITH ENGINE STALLING WHILE IN REVERSE OR INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING AT MULTIPLE SPEED. DEALER CONTACTED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
TRANSMISSION ONLY OPERATE IN REVERSE, ALL FORWARD GEAR SARE INOPERATIVE. DEALER NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT WILL NOT COME ON UNTIL CONSUMER PUSHES ON THROTTLE SWITCH. DEALER CONTACTED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
FROM WHAT I UNDERSTAND, ALMOST ALL LINCOLN'S WITH THIS AIR SUSPENSION HAS EXPERIENCED COSTLY REPAIRS.*AK
CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE HAD AN IGNITION PROBLEM THAT CAUSED VEHICLE TO STALL, DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION MODULE, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT SINCE MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF IGNITION PROBLEM.*JB
1988 Lincoln Continental questions
Does the 1988 Lincoln Continental have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 1988 Lincoln Continental: Structure:Frame And Members; Structure:Frame And Members; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Electrical System:Wiring. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Lincoln Continental?
Based on 84 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (47), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (24), Structure (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Lincoln Continental has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.