Lincoln MKX complaints by model year
1,417 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 2017 | 52 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2016 | 156 | 6 | 3 | 7 |
| 2015 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 35 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | 163 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 2012 | 84 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 149 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| 2010 | 111 | 9 | 1 | 6 |
| 2009 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2008 | 253 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 2007 | 298 | 14 | 8 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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, 2009–2018. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 11 | 24 | 30 | 33 | 66 | 10 | 1 | 56 | 16 | 8 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 3 | 41 | 17 | 30 | 5 | 5 | 27 | 13 | 5 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 3 | 24 | 7 | 21 | 7 | 6 | 22 | 6 | 8 |
| Engine | 2 | 4 | 24 | 8 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 32 | 7 | 3 |
| Air bags | 35 | 54 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Power train | 3 | 4 | 12 | 11 | 16 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 5 | 13 | 10 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Lincoln MKX recalls (23)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one MKX model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V544000 | Aug 22, 2025 | Rear Brake Hose May Rupture | 2016, 2017, 2018 | — |
| 25V442000 | Jun 27, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2019, 2020 | 54.8% |
| 21V158000 | Mar 10, 2021 | Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2007–2010 | 35.2% |
| 21V081000 | Feb 16, 2021 | Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2007–2010 | 42.8% |
| 20V469000 | Aug 10, 2020 | Front Brake Hoses Could Rupture | 2016, 2017, 2018 | 82.5% |
| 20V414000 | Jul 17, 2020 | Damaged Wiring May Cause Air Bag Malfunction | 2016, 2017, 2018 | 95.7% |
| 19V809000 | Nov 12, 2019 | Battery Cable May Chafe and Cause Electrical Short | 2016, 2017 | 91.2% |
| 19V632000 | Aug 29, 2019 | Steering Gear Motor May Detach | 2016 | 63.7% |
| 19V001000 | Jan 7, 2019 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2010 | 72.6% |
| 18V612000 | Sep 11, 2018 | Incorrect Length of Door Striker Bolts/FMVSS 206 | 2018 | 87.9% |
| 18V548000 | Aug 20, 2018 | Alternator and Starter Cables may be Loose | 2018 | 92% |
| 18V046000 | Jan 11, 2018 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2009, 2010 | 29.9% |
| 17V123000 | Feb 27, 2017 | Frontal Air Bag may not Deploy Properly/FMVSS 208 | 2016, 2017 | 85.8% |
| 17V024000 | Jan 10, 2017 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2007, 2008, 2009 | 22.2% |
| 16V384000 | May 31, 2016 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2007–2010 | 24.6% |
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.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2013 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2012 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Lincoln MKX FAQ
How many recalls has the Lincoln MKX had?
NHTSA lists 23 recall campaigns that cover at least one Lincoln MKX model year from 2007 to 2018. 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 MKX year has the most complaints?
Among the last 12 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (298) and the 2015 the fewest (19). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Lincoln MKX problems?
Across the 2009–2018 model years, owners most often name the service brakes, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Lincoln MKX get?
EPA rates the 2018 Lincoln MKX at 19 to 20 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
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.