NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Lincoln Corsair Safety Ratings
The 2022 Lincoln Corsair scores 76 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 19 recalls, and 28 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Lincoln Corsair's safety profile is significantly affected by 19 recall campaigns, contributing to a defect record score of 0 out of 20. While the vehicle earned strong NHTSA crash-test scores, these numerous recalls heavily influence its overall NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100, positioning it in the Average band. Buyers considering this model in the used market should carefully evaluate the implications of its recall history.
The 2022 Lincoln Corsair holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 76/100 and a 5-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Lincoln Corsair ranks 119 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 76 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 17.4% |
| Recalls on file | 19 |
| Owner complaints | 28 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 119 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Lincoln Corsair?
The 2022 model year marks a two-point climb in the NHTSA Safety Index, moving from 74/100 on the 2021 Corsair to 76/100 here, both within the Average band. That incremental gain is almost entirely carried by the crash-protection sub-score, which reaches 66 out of a possible 70 points, reflecting the near-perfect NHTSA star ratings. The avoidance-tech sub-score is a full 10 out of 10, reflecting standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control across the 2022 AWD configuration. What pulls the overall index down sharply is the defect record sub-score of 0 out of 20, a direct consequence of 19 active recall campaigns. That recall count is not a minor footnote. Five distinct campaigns are documented in this record, touching safety-critical systems: backup camera software appearing twice under separate campaigns, rearview camera connector water intrusion, windshield wiper motor integrity, and engine block heater equipment. The complaint picture adds texture: 28 unverified NHTSA reports with Back Over Prevention and Electrical System as the leading alleged problem areas. In short, the 2022 Corsair's crash hardware performs at a high level, but its defect record is the defining safety story for this specific model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Lincoln Corsair perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Lincoln Corsair achieved NHTSA's highest overall safety rating, earning 5 out of 5 stars. This included perfect 5-star scores for both frontal and side impact protection. The vehicle's performance in the rollover category was slightly lower at 4 out of 5 stars, with a calculated rollover risk of 17 percent. However, the dynamic tip test indicated "No Tip," suggesting a stable response in that assessment.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16403
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Lincoln Corsair have any recalls?
Yes, the 2022 Lincoln Corsair carries 19 recall campaigns. Named component areas include the windshield wiper motor, backup camera software, engine block heater wiring, rearview camera water intrusion at connectors, and a separate back-over-prevention software campaign. No data in this record designates a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, but buyers should verify each campaign's remedy status by VIN.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR26V117000
Risk: Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs
Reported 2026-03-03
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE26V123000
Risk: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Reported 2026-03-03
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER25V685000
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters
Reported 2025-10-10
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V510000
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera harness and rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S83.
Reported 2025-08-08
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V442000
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.
Reported 2025-06-27
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES25V338000
Risk: An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C18.
Reported 2025-05-23
ENGINE25V345000
Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.
Reported 2025-05-23
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V159000
Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Image Processing Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S27.
Reported 2025-03-14
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)25V133000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S16.
Reported 2025-02-28
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V048000
Risk: Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S05.
Reported 2025-01-31
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)24V954000
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.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge battery till the remedy has been completed. Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (BECM) software update, and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S79.
Reported 2024-12-20
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS24V852000
Risk: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Reported 2024-11-08
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Lincoln Corsair?
Owners have filed 28 unverified complaints with NHTSA, alleging 2 crashes and 4 injuries. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Back Over Prevention with 8 reports, Electrical System with 7, and Service Brakes with 4. All figures represent unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
28 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Lincoln Corsair?
With 19 recall campaigns on record, confirming completed remedies is a concrete, non-negotiable step for any shopper considering a used 2022 Lincoln Corsair. Shoppers should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase.
- The 2022 Corsair's defect record sub-score is 0 out of 20, driven by 19 recall campaigns, making this the single largest safety risk factor specific to this model year.
- Two separate back-over-prevention recall campaigns affect the 2022 Corsair, one targeting rearview camera connector water intrusion and one targeting backup camera display software, both areas also flagged in owner complaints.
- The rollover rating of 4 out of 5 stars with a 17 percent measured rollover risk is the only NHTSA crash-test category where the 2022 Corsair falls below a perfect score; frontal and side protection are both rated 5 out of 5 stars.
- The Safety Index rose two points over the 2021 Corsair's 74/100, but both years remain in the Average band, meaning the improvement is real but modest and does not represent a category change in overall safety standing.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Lincoln Corsair places
The 2022 Lincoln Corsair qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Lincoln Corsair safety questions
Was the 2022 Lincoln Corsair crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Lincoln Corsair, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Lincoln Corsair crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Lincoln Corsair earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 17.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Lincoln Corsair have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 19 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Lincoln Corsair. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Lincoln Corsair?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 28 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Lincoln Corsair. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model Y 5-Seat | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx55 | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | 94/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16403), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lincoln Corsair 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 119 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.