2017–2019 Lincoln Continental Recall: Door latch pawl motors may not function properly, possibly resulting in a…
NHTSA campaign 19V077000 · Latches/locks/linkages · filed Feb 11, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Lincoln Continental vehicles. The door latch pawl motors may not function properly, possibly resulting in a door latch not fully engaging.
The risk
A door latch that is not fully engaged may result in a door opening while driving, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the latch assemblies on all four doors, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S03.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | Continental | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V077000 (manufacturer number 19S03). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.