2019 Kia Optima vs 2019 Lincoln Continental
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Kia Optima | 2019 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 204 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 123 | 122 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–41 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 33,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Optima | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 86 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 36 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 5 |
| Structure | 14 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 18 | 0 |
| Power Train | 16 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 30 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 16 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
2019 Kia Optima
2019 Lincoln Continental
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.