Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 Lincoln MKX. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Halfshaft Disengagement/Loss of Drive/Roll Away
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
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Owner complaints (163)
163 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 163 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 66 | 40.5% |
| Electrical system | 30 | 18.4% |
| Unknown or other | 21 | 12.9% |
| Power train | 16 | 9.8% |
| Engine | 15 | 9.2% |
| Structure | 9 | 5.5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 4.3% |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 3.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 3.1% |
| Suspension | 5 | 3.1% |
How 2013 compares with other MKX years
Best and worst MKX years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 66 | 6 |
| 2010 | 111 | 6 |
| 2011 | 149 | 3 |
| 2012 | 84 | 1 |
| 2013 | 163 | 1 |
| 2014 | 35 | 1 |
| 2015 | 19 | 0 |
| 2016 | 156 | 7 |
| 2017 | 52 | 5 |
| 2018 | 31 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2013 Lincoln MKX suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 415 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 415 |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 459 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2013 Lincoln MKX FAQ
How many recalls does the 2013 Lincoln MKX have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 14V393000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2013 Lincoln MKX problems?
Owners filed 163 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (66), Electrical system (30), Unknown or other (21) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2013 Lincoln MKX get?
EPA rates the 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 19 city, 26 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2013 Lincoln MKX get?
NHTSA rated the 2013 Lincoln MKX suv fwd 4 stars overall, with 3 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2013 MKX compare with other years?
Among the 2009–2018 Lincoln MKX model years at least five years old, the 2015 drew the fewest complaints (19) and the 2013 the most (163). The 2013 drew 163. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.