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2023 Lincoln

Corsair AWD PHEV

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L

Lincoln Corsair: best and worst years
2023 Lincoln Corsair AWD PHEV (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Part-time 4-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
Regular Gas and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio
2.91
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Motor kW
50EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
32 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
34 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
33 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$1,900EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
121 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
8/10
Elec. Range
420 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Range per hour (240V)
131 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
3.2EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
181 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
74 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
64 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
107 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,699 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
8
Owner complaints
12

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM33%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER28%
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION6%
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING6%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE6%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 18 total.

Lincoln Corsair: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

142 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 18, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB 26-2205

    This bulletin supersedes 25-2346. Reason for update: add Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles and add labor operations to repair the rear right/left carpet area. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a condition where the carpet is loose or torn near the front/rear scuff plate trim panel. This may be due to the carpet tearing at or near the retainer hole.

  • May 4, 2026POWER TRAINSSM 54797

    Some 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles equipped with an 8F35 transmission may exhibit a shudder condition, most noticeable at speeds below 60 mph (100 km/h), with no relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Sometimes, this may be perceived/felt as an engine misfire. This may be due to the torque converter. If Pinpoint Test K: Torque Converter Clutch Operation in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01 > D

  • Apr 29, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGTSB 26-2198

    This article supersedes TSB 23-2395 Reason for update: update the affected vehicle model years, add a production cut off date, and include a parts list with the Rotunda part number of the flock tape. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a squeak or rattle noise from the center display screen. This may be due to improperly installed or missing center display screen grommets, causing contact between the center display screen and the instrument panel ambient light ba

  • Apr 26, 2026POWER TRAINTSB 26-2194

    This bulletin supersedes 25-2627. Reason for update: To add a Step to reprogram the all-wheel drive (AWD) module for Bronco Sport vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions:  Shudder chatter condition, most noticeable at low speeds turning  No relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) present This may be due to internal rear drive unit (RDU) fluid contamination.

  • Apr 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSYNC-25.1.7.10.1 Corsair

    25S49 Recall Remedy: -Infotainment software update to address frozen screens

  • Apr 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23B64

    Customer Satisfaction Program 23B64 Certain 2020-2024 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Equipped with High Voltage Batteries Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) Software Update

  • Apr 2, 2026LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTIONSSM 54720

    Various 2020-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system (BLIS) may experience an inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). This may also be accompanied by diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B118C:11 and/or B118C:15 stored in the driver door module (DDM), and/or B118D:11 and/or B118D:15 stored in the passenger door module (PDM). This may be due to the wiring connector from the mirror to

  • Mar 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM24L10 S1

    Certain 2021-2025 Model Year Corsair Vehicles- Flat Tow Rating Change On the affected vehicles, documentation in the owner’s manual incorrectly states that 2021 – 2025 Corsair PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles) can be recreationally flat towed. You cannot recreationally flat tow these vehicles with all wheels on the ground because damage to the powertrain may occur. All 2023-2025 model year vehicles will require dealers to perform a software update to the Accessory Protocol Interface Module

  • and 134 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.