2021 Lincoln Corsair Phev recalls and problems

1 recall and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Lincoln Corsair Phev.

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recalls
9
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Lincoln Corsair Phev recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 25V789000 · reported November 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 20,558 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
The 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.
The fix
Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM), free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 24V954 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 18, 2025.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 10, 2025 · Electrical system

This correspondence comes to you in regard to Safety Recall Notice 24S79 / NHTSA Recall 24V954. I received a notice in February of this year from Lincoln regarding our vehicle (VIN […] )- a 2021 Lincoln Corsair Plug-In Hybrid. The notice instructs us to cease charging the high voltage battery until further notice. The…

May 1, 2025 · Electrical system

The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was…

Feb 26, 2025 · Engine

A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may cause the cell to develop an internal short circuit. Which could cause loss of power and increase the risk of a crash. It also states that battery thermal venting potentially resulting in the car to start on FIRE. There are 2 recalls that…

Feb 4, 2025 · Electrical system

The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was…

Oct 25, 2024 · Electrical system · 86,384 miles

The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. In addition, the contact stated that an unknown warning light illuminated with a message to “Stop Safely Now” displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled in the middle of the…

Corsair Phev model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 1910
2022 12300
2023 2900
2024 2510

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Questions

Does the 2021 Lincoln Corsair Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Lincoln Corsair Phev, the most recent reported on November 14, 2025 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lincoln Corsair Phev?
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by engine (2).
How many 2021 Lincoln Corsair Phev complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 10, 2025.