Lincoln MKC Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Lincoln MKC — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Caution | 2 | 57 | 3 | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2018Best | Caution | 3 | 38 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2017Worst | Avoid | 2 | 101 | 7 | 1 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2016 | Caution | 2 | 61 | — | 1 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2015 | Avoid | 8 | 74 | 4 | 1 | — | Engine | Full report → |
5 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Lincoln MKC Problems
Based on 331 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
MKC Years to Avoid
Best MKC Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Lincoln MKC Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Lincoln MKC Reliability
What year MKC has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 Lincoln MKC had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 101 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2017 report for specific defects.
Is the Lincoln MKC reliable?
The Lincoln MKC has accumulated 331 owner-filed complaints and 17 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2018 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used MKC.
What are the most common MKC problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Engine (131 reports), Electrical System (34 reports), Unknown Or Other (27 reports), Back Over Prevention (24 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my MKC has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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