Lincoln MKC problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 528 owner complaints and 14 recalls on file for the Lincoln MKC (2015–2019). The 2017 MKC has the most serious complaints, most often about engine.

Complaints
528
Recalls
14
Model years
5
Worst year
2017

Complaints by model year

93201568201617620177120181202019
NHTSA complaints per Lincoln MKC model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Lincoln MKC years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2017 Lincoln MKC — 176 complaints, 4 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Engine
  2. 2019 Lincoln MKC — 120 complaints, 2 fires; top problem: Engine
  3. 2016 Lincoln MKC — 68 complaints, 7 fires; top problem: Engine
  4. 2015 Lincoln MKC — 93 complaints, 2 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Engine
  5. 2018 Lincoln MKC — 71 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Engine

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2018 (71 complaints).

Every Lincoln MKC model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2019 MKC1200203Engine
2018 MKC711014Engine
2017 MKC1764113Engine
2016 MKC680715Engine
2015 MKC9321012Engine

Most common Lincoln MKC problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    350 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    58 complaints
  • Electrical System
    51 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    44 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    23 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    14 complaints
  • Steering
    9 complaints
  • Brakes
    8 complaints
  • Lighting
    8 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    8 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Lincoln MKC received by NHTSA each month.

Lincoln MKC recalls

  • Recall 26V011000Jan 15, 2026116,672 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 25V685000Oct 10, 202559,006 vehiclesModel years 2016–2019

    Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 25V572000Sep 3, 20251,456,417 vehiclesModel years 2015–2019

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V270000Apr 23, 2025160,729 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V378000May 26, 2023142,734 vehiclesModel years 2015–2019

    Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 20V331000Jun 8, 20202,147,323 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

  • Recall 18V104000Feb 12, 201888 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V472000Jul 25, 201794,605 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture. If a seat, seatback, or seatbelt anchor attaching bolt fractures, the affected component may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 16V643000Sep 6, 20162,046,297 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

  • Recall 16V183000Mar 31, 20161,543 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 15V006000Jan 9, 201511,144 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the PTS switch is inadvertently pressed, the vehicle may stop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. In the event of a crash with the vehicle turned off, the air bags and seat belt restaints may not function as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 15V005000Jan 9, 201554,543 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V525000Sep 2, 2014301 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: A reduction in fuel pressure may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V484000Aug 6, 20141,139 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: Air bubbles in the windshield could impact the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Lincoln models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology