Question 1

Is the Lincoln MKX reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Lincoln MKX has 1,012 total NHTSA complaints across 9 model years. The most reliable years are 2015 (28 complaints), 2018 (38 complaints), 2014 (48 complaints). Years to avoid: 2016 (206 complaints), 2013 (203 complaints), 2011 (190 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Lincoln MKX should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2016, 2013, 2011 Lincoln MKX. The 2016 model has the most complaints (206) with the top issue being BRAKES.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Lincoln MKX?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Lincoln MKX are 2015 (28 complaints), 2018 (38 complaints), 2014 (48 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2018	38	THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOUR TIMES FOR LOOSE...	Above Average
2017	66	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTA...	Above Average
2016	206	THERE IS A SERIOUS DESIGN FLAW/SAFETY HAZARD WITH ...	Avoid This Year
2015	28	WHILE DRIVING ON A HWY IN HOUSTON, TEXAS WITH NO O...	Excellent Reliability
2014	48	WHEN DRIVING THE CAR SHUT OFF AND LOST TOTAL POWER...	Above Average
2013	203	STARTED CAR IN DRIVEWAY. CAR STALLED AND LOST ALL...	Below Average
2012	108	I DRIVE A LINCOLN 2012 MKX. AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN ...	Average
2011	190	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTA...	Below Average
2010	125	TAKADA RECALL I HAVE A 2010 LINCOLN WITH A RECALL...	Average

Lincoln MKX — All Years

Lincoln MKX — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid