Worst 2017 Lincoln Mkc Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Engine & Cooling
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 97 | 3 | 1 | 56,232 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 19 | — | — | 84,308 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 18 | 2 | 1 | 54,242 mi | |
| Backup Camera | 14 | — | — | 59,500 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | 88,275 mi | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Lincoln Mkc
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,658,157 vehicles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicles. The battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving.
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2017 Lincoln Mkc — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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