Recall 17V123 covers 27,531 2016-2017 Lincoln Mkx, Continental, and Edge vehicles for driver frontal air bag defects. Repair is free at franchised Lincoln dealers.
Lincoln is recalling 27,531 2016-2017 Mkx, Continental, and Edge vehicles under recall 17V123 because the driver's frontal air bag can fail to fully inflate or the cushion can detach from the module in a crash. The defect increases injury risk during deployment, and Lincoln dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver-side frontal air bag module in the 2016-2017 Lincoln Mkx, Continental, and Edge holds the air bag cushion and inflator in front of the driver. In a frontal crash, the module is supposed to open the cover, fill the cushion with gas, and keep the cushion attached so it can help protect the driver.
On affected vehicles, the supplier's air bag module was built with uncontrolled variation in the manufacturing process. During deployment, that variation can keep the cushion from inflating as designed or allow the cushion to separate from the module. If either happens in a crash, the driver does not get the frontal air bag performance required for occupant crash protection.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem appears only during a driver-side frontal air bag deployment, so owners will not feel, hear, or see a normal driving symptom before the crash event.
Who's affected?
Covers three nameplates across the 2016 and 2017 model years, all tied to the driver-side front air bag inflator module.
| 2016 Lincoln Mkx | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2017 Lincoln Continental | front air bag |
| 2017 Lincoln Mkx | front air bag |
| 2016 Ford Edge | front air bag |
| 2017 Ford Edge | front air bag |
| Units affected | 27,531 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
The driver frontal air bag is part of crash protection, so this recall matters during a collision, not during normal driving. If the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches during deployment, injury risk rises in a crash. Schedule the module replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Lincoln dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Lincoln Mkx, Continental, or Edge is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lincoln dealer to schedule the free driver frontal air bag module replacement that fixes the inflation and cushion-detachment defect.
- Bring the recall notice if Lincoln mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V123 when you call.
- Avoid delaying the repair once your VIN is confirmed; the defect affects driver air bag protection in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lincoln technician replaces the driver frontal air bag module covered by the recall. The recall covers parts and labor at no charge. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the original warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program, because that warranty program would have provided a free repair for this concern. Ask the Lincoln service desk how the original warranty applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 27, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| March 1, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 13, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 16, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V123?
Recall 17V123 covers 27,531 2016-2017 Lincoln Mkx, Continental, and Edge vehicles with a driver frontal air bag module defect. In a crash, the air bag can fail to fully inflate or the cushion can detach, increasing injury risk. Lincoln dealers replace the module for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Lincoln Mkx, Continental, or Edge is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V123. If it is, contact a franchised Lincoln dealer to schedule replacement of the driver frontal air bag module. Reference recall 17V123 or 17C02 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost to owners. For recall 17V123, a franchised Lincoln dealer will replace the driver frontal air bag module free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced driver air bag protection in a crash. If the driver frontal air bag does not fully inflate, or if the cushion detaches from the module during deployment, the driver has an increased risk of injury. The fix is module replacement at a franchised Lincoln dealer.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2016-2017 Lincoln vehicle is included, then call a franchised Lincoln dealer and reference recall 17V123 or 17C02.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V123000 |
|---|---|
| Lincoln customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V123 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V123000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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