One problem related to transmission gear slipping has been reported for the 1998 Lincoln Continental. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While parked on a slight incline, with the engine running, the transmission slipped out of park into reverse. While attempting to enter the vehicle to stop it from hitting a child, the consumer grabbed the steering wheel, the vehicle picked up speed and rolled over her right leg. The vehicle was towed to the dealership where a insurance specialist inspected the vehicle and determined there was a manufacturer defect in the transmission.
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Transmission Gear Slipping problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problems | |
| Manual Transmission problems |