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2015-2019 · 5 model years

Lincoln MKC Problems by year

Owners have filed 610 complaints about the Lincoln MKC across 5 model years, and it has 14 recalls. The 2017 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (195). The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the electrical system.

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Most complaints for its age2017195 complaints · 3 recallsSee the 2017
Complaints
610
Recalls
14
Crashes
19
Fires
12
Injuries
10
Deaths
0

MKC complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
2019123312Engine & coolingC
201879430Engine & coolingB
2017195372Engine & coolingC
201682517Engine & coolingB
20151311271Engine & coolingC

Most common MKC problems

Lincoln MKC recalls 14

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20V3310002,147,323 vehicles affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and...

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Seat belts

17V47200094,605 vehicles affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford F-150 and E-350, 2014-2015 Ford Escape, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles. Improperly manufactured bolts may have been used to install certain seats, seatbacks, seatbelt buckles, or seatbelt anchors on...

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Latch

16V6430002,046,297 vehicles affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing...

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Latest MKC complaints

2017 Lincoln MKCOther & unknown

Rear Back Up Camera is very dangerous. Does not work now. Was recalled, taken to dealer to repair, had all the problems specified on the recall, but was told it was our problem because it did not meet the recall standard. It does not work at all. We were told we had to pay to get it looked at again to verify that it was accurately stated it did not qualify for getting fixed. Recall 25S89.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11776670
2018 Lincoln MKCEngine & cooling

The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that the check engine warning illuminated while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that there was coolant intrusion in the cylinders, and that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the engine. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 11776215
2016 Lincoln MKCEngine & cooling

shaking idling, coolant loss. Diagnosed at dealer with coolant intrusion.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11775859
2018 Lincoln MKCEngine & cooling

10/26/26, took vehicle in for service due to a rough start. Was notified by phone the vehicle was diagnosed with the engine coolant intrusion and was found to have low coolant. The vehicle had just been inspected the week prior and all levels were acceptable. Engine needed to be replaced. Just under 68000mi. This known engine issue/documented defect needs addressed and at minimum, customer notified BEFORE it happens to them.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11775007
2017 Lincoln MKCDriver assistance

The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blue blinking image. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the recall repair was performed; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the failure was associated with an electrical wiring failure. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed.

Filed Incident Back over preventionNHTSA 11774539

Questions about the Lincoln MKC

Which Lincoln MKC years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2017 (195), 2015 (131), 2019 (123). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2017 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Lincoln MKC years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2016, 2018 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other MKC years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Lincoln MKC problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (367), electrical system (69), driver assistance (61) most often.

How many recalls does the Lincoln MKC have?

NHTSA lists 14 recalls across all Lincoln MKC model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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