This page covers 3 recalls, 176 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc.
21–23 mpg combined
10.2–11.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Engine complaints dominate the 2017 Lincoln MKC owner reports by a wide margin. Owners most commonly describe the engine shaking or stuttering at startup, a check engine light that cycles on and off, and cylinder misfire codes, particularly cylinders 2 and 3. Many report that replacing spark plugs and coil packs provides only temporary relief, with the misfire returning within months. Some owners describe complete engine failure, in a few cases resulting in a no-start condition requiring full engine replacement. Coolant leaks appearing alongside these symptoms show up in multiple reports as well. The back-over prevention system draws the second-highest complaint volume, with owners reporting the rear camera or proximity sensors behaving erratically or failing outright. Recurring cylinder misfire that resurfaces after repairs is the thread that runs through a large share of the engine complaints filed for this model year.
176
Total Complaints
7
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Lincoln MKC has 3 recalls, both of the most serious involving fire risk: a battery monitor sensor in the engine compartment can overheat and catch fire while the vehicle is parked or being driven, and the engine block heater cord can crack, leak coolant, and short circuit when plugged in.
The third recall covers the rearview camera, which can display a distorted, flipped, or entirely blank image when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. A driver relying on that feed to back up may not see pedestrians, cyclists, or obstacles behind the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The engine block heater can crack and leak coolant. When plugged in, the leaked coolant may cause an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the block heater at no cost, or install a blanking plug and remove the heater cord.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera may show a distorted, inverted, or blank image when you shift into reverse.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The battery monitor sensor can short-circuit and overheat, potentially causing a fire in the engine compartment.
What the fix does
Dealers will install an in-line fuse in the battery monitor sensor power circuit at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
