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Lincoln MKT Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns across the Lincoln MKT, 2010–2019. Owners have filed 295 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 10 model years with settled counts, the 2013 drew the most (70) and the 2017 the fewest (3).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls14campaignsCovering 2010–2019 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints295filedOwner reports across 10 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Fuel economy19mpg combined2019 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Lincoln MKT complaints by model year

295 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

65 119 127 770 454 624 39 33 27 417
2010201120122013201420152016201720182019
201065 201119 201227 201370 201454 201524 20169 20173 20187 201917
ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2017 · 3 complaints
  • 2018 · 7 complaints
  • 2016 · 9 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2013 · 70 complaints
  • 2010 · 65 complaints
  • 2014 · 54 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2010–2019. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Lincoln MKT owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2010201120122013201420152016201720182019
Steering 28111932811100
Structure 61261353138
Unknown or other 71271192031
Electrical system 41271021010
Engine 11422401000
Back over prevention 00012620112
Fuel/propulsion system 4019510010
Suspension 2006711001

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Lincoln MKT recalls (14)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one MKT model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Lincoln MKT
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
25V827000Dec 1, 2025Driver and Passenger Door Trim May Detach2016–2019—
25V695000Oct 13, 2025Rearview Camera Image May Not Display2015, 20191.1%
24V951000Dec 20, 2024Rearview Camera Image May Not Display2019—
20V072000Feb 10, 2020Rear Suspension Toe Links May Fracture2013–201869.5%
18V548000Aug 20, 2018Alternator and Starter Cables may be Loose201992%
16V925000Dec 22, 2016Oil Leak from Turbocharger2016, 201787.8%
16V621000Aug 25, 2016Fuel Pump Malfunction may Cause Engine Stall2013, 2014, 201581.2%
15V812000Dec 2, 2015Fuel Delivery Module may Crack and Leak201380.2%
15V476000Jul 29, 2015Second Row Seat Not Installed/FMVSS 225201596.2%
15V464000Jul 24, 2015Parking Brake may not Fully Engage/FMVSS 135201579%
15V340000Jun 2, 2015Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist2011, 2012, 201369.4%
15V172000Mar 24, 2015Vacuum Pump Relay may Overheat2013, 2014, 201577.8%
14V393000Jul 2, 2014Halfshaft Disengagement/Loss of Drive/Roll Away2013, 201490.4%
13V227000May 31, 2013Fuel Delivery Module may Crack And Leak2013—

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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Fuel economy by model year

201018–19 mpg
201116–19 mpg
201218–20 mpg
201318–23 mpg
201418–23 mpg
201518–23 mpg
201617–21 mpg
201715–19 mpg
201816–19 mpg
201915–19 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2019 Lincoln MKT report17 complaints · 4 campaigns →2018 Lincoln MKT report7 complaints · 2 campaigns →2017 Lincoln MKT report3 complaints · 3 campaigns →Every Lincoln modelLincoln models →

Lincoln MKT FAQ

How many recalls has the Lincoln MKT had?

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns that cover at least one Lincoln MKT model year from 2010 to 2019. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Lincoln MKT year has the most complaints?

Among the last 10 model years with settled counts, the 2013 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (70) and the 2017 the fewest (3). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Lincoln MKT problems?

Across the 2010–2019 model years, owners most often name the steering, structure, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Lincoln MKT get?

EPA rates the 2019 Lincoln MKT at 15 to 19 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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