This page covers 5 recalls, 28 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 Lincoln Mkx.
19–20 mpg combined
11.8–12.4 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
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.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
For the 2018 Lincoln MKX, the complaint set is small, 28 total, and no single system dominates by a wide margin. Engine complaints center on catalytic converter failures, with several owners describing repeated replacements and persistent emissions-related fault codes returning after each repair. Brake complaints are also logged at the same frequency, though the representative narratives don't detail a consistent symptom pattern across multiple reports. Airbag complaints round out the top systems at two reports each. The catalytic converter issue is the most coherent recurring theme: owners describe the same fault codes reappearing after replacement, in some cases four or more times on the same vehicle.
28
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2018 Lincoln MKX has 5 recalls, the most serious being brake and airbag concerns: both the front and rear brake hoses can rupture and leak fluid, extending stopping distances, and a fault in the 16-way electric tilt seat system can cause the airbag to deploy without warning or fail to deploy in a crash.
On the electrical side, power supply cables at the starter and alternator may not be properly secured, which can cause an electrical arc and raise the risk of a fire under the hood. There is also a door latch concern: shorter-than-intended striker bolts may allow doors to swing open in a crash, raising the risk of occupant injury.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear brake jounce hose can rupture and leak brake fluid, potentially affecting braking performance.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace damaged rear brake jounce hoses and adjust undamaged hoses at no cost.
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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 front brake hoses may rupture prematurely, potentially affecting braking performance.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses with new hoses featuring revised braid material at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The edge of the seat cushion frame may contact and damage the wire harness when using the seat's tilt function, which could cause the airbag to deploy unexpectedly or fail to deploy in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will apply protective tape to the seat cushion frame edge and inspect and repair or replace the wire harness if damaged, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Door striker bolts are shorter than designed, which may cause doors to open during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the door striker bolts at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Power supply cables connecting to the starter and alternator may not be properly secured, which could cause an electrical arc.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and properly secure the alternator and starter power supply cables as needed at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
