1989 Lincoln Continental Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 7%of 158 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 230,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the body and structure of the 1989 Lincoln Continental, 7% of the 158 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 230,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Nhtsa recall # 98 v 323 000, subframe and NHTSA recall #97 I 003 000, seat belt buckles were received from manufacturer. Took vehicle in for repairs and was informed nothing could be done because recall was taken care off. Consumer received manufacturer's recall on 22 sep 99, and took vehicle in to dealer on sep 29 1999. Seeking help from NHTSA in this matter.”
NHTSA complaint #849646, filed 1999-09“Recall98-v-323-000/ subframe corrosion. Consumer has had problem fixed, but remedy did not do its job. Contacted manufacturer, and manufacturer stated that remedy was only good for 12 months.”
NHTSA complaint #888828, filed 2001-05“When car is idling the engine vibrates. Rear motor mounts were replaced 3 or 4 years ago under recall. Comsumer expereincing same problem again. Recall 93v-106.002. Both dealer and manufacturer contacted.”
NHTSA complaint #834425, filed 1999-02“Replacement of fuel tank did not rectify rough running condition, found shorted wiring in the electronic engine control causing processor to short out and EGR to stay open. Mjs”
NHTSA complaint #548735, filed 1999-09Related recalls
- 98V323000Dec 16, 1998Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa…Covers: Lincoln Continental 1988–1994, Mercury Sable 1986–1995, Ford Taurus 1986–1995
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 7 | 21% |
| 2018 | 2 | 10% |
| 2017 | 20 | 27% |
| 2000 | 2 | 3% |
| 1998 | 5 | 7% |
| 1997 | 1 | 1% |
| 1996 | 3 | 6% |
| 1995 | 8 | 11% |
| 1994 | 15 | 8% |
| 1993 | 7 | 6% |
| 1992 | 11 | 9% |
| 1991 | 23 | 11% |
| 1990 | 14 | 9% |
| 1989 | 11 | 7% |
| 1988 | 13 | 15% |
Other parts of the 1989 Lincoln Continental
42 complaintsBrakes
26 complaintsEngine cooling
26 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsSuspension
21 complaintsSteering
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsInterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1989 Lincoln Continental
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology