Lincoln MKT problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 146 owner complaints and 14 recalls on file for the Lincoln MKT (2010–2019). The 2014 MKT has the most serious complaints, most often about steering.

Complaints
146
Recalls
14
Model years
10
Worst year
2014

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Lincoln MKT 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 MKT years to buy

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

  1. 2014 Lincoln MKT — 29 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Steering
  2. 2013 Lincoln MKT — 40 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Steering
  3. 2015 Lincoln MKT — 13 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Driver Assistance & Safety Tech

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2017 (2 complaints).

Every Lincoln MKT model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2019 MKT170004Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2018 MKT70002Body & Structure
2017 MKT20003Engine
2016 MKT40003Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2015 MKT131006Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2014 MKT292024Steering
2013 MKT401007Steering
2012 MKT110001Steering
2011 MKT90001Steering
2010 MKT140000Steering

Most common Lincoln MKT problem areas (all years)

  • Steering
    57 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    28 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    25 complaints
  • Suspension
    17 complaints
  • Electrical System
    12 complaints
  • Engine
    11 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    9 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    5 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    4 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    3 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Lincoln MKT received by NHTSA each month.

Lincoln MKT recalls

  • Recall 25V827000Dec 1, 202511,852 vehiclesModel years 2016–2019

    Risk: Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V695000Oct 13, 20251,448,655 vehiclesModel years 2015–2019

    Risk: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V951000Dec 20, 202430,715 vehiclesModel years 2019

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

  • Recall 20V072000Feb 10, 2020211,207 vehiclesModel years 2013–2018

    Risk: A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V548000Aug 20, 201887 vehiclesModel years 2019

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

  • Recall 16V925000Dec 22, 20161,163 vehiclesModel years 2016–2017

    Risk: An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 16V621000Aug 25, 201677,502 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

    Risk: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V812000Dec 2, 2015868 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

  • Recall 15V476000Jul 29, 2015265 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: The vehicles do not have the seats and restraints that they were intended to have. Unrestrained or improperly restrained occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 15V464000Jul 24, 20157,165 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V340000Jun 2, 2015393,623 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013

    Risk: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 15V172000Mar 24, 20151,549 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

    Risk: If the vacuum pump relay overheats, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 14V393000Jul 2, 201483,250 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

    Risk: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.

  • Recall 13V227000May 31, 2013390,783 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

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