With 1 recalls and 33 complaints, the 2001 Lincoln Continental rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

16E0260002016-01-04

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1995-1999 Ford Taurus SHO, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles. The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.

A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2001 Lincoln Continental's biggest weak point? SUSPENSION. It leads 33 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Suspension6

02Electrical System5

03Vehicle Speed Control3

04Power Train3

05Engine And Engine Cooling3

33 total across 1 model years (2001–2001)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Lincoln Continental Fuel Economy

18mpg combined

15city

23hwy

$3,200/yr

The 2001 Lincoln Continental delivers 18 MPG combined. Straightforward efficiency.

Continental - Automatic 4-spd

18mpg

4.6L 8-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

15 city23 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2001 Lincoln Continental

37States

23%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (8%), but the remaining listings are spread across 36 other states nationwide.

TXTexas

128%

DCWashington DC

118%

ILIllinois

107%

MOMissouri

96%

FLFlorida

75%

MDMaryland

64%

MIMichigan

64%

INIndiana

64%

GAGeorgia

64%

CACalifornia

64%

OHOhio

53%

NCNorth Carolina

53%

OKOklahoma

53%

PAPennsylvania

53%

MNMinnesota

43%

AZArizona

43%

NENebraska

32%

WIWisconsin

32%

LALouisiana

32%

TNTennessee

32%

UT2

NJ2

SD2

KS2

CO2

KY2

CT2

DE1

MA1

IA1

AL1

VA1

AR1

ND1

RI1

WA1

NY1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2001.

2001 Lincoln Continental: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2001 Lincoln Continental a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2001 Lincoln Continental. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2001 Lincoln Continental?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2001 Lincoln Continental?

EPA rates the 2001 Lincoln Continental at 18 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 2001 Lincoln Continental?

SUSPENSION problems top the list with 33 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2001 compare to other Lincoln Continental years?

Each Lincoln Continental model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Lincoln Continental overview page.