2014 Lincoln Mkx Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Lincoln Mkx.

20132015
Complaints
48
per 10K Sold
20.0
US Sales
23,995
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2014 Lincoln Mkx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#110 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:55,167 mi
Crash-related:1
#27 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:18,742 mi
#37 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:26,120 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Lincoln Mkx.

Brakes
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
55,167
Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
18,742
Transmission / Drivetrain
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
26,120
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
88,000
Backup Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Lincoln Mkx

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~83,250 vehicles.

14V393000Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
~83,250 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.

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2014 Lincoln Mkx — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Lincoln Mkx reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2014 Lincoln Mkx has 48 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Brakes with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Lincoln Mkx?
Top reported problems: Brakes (10 complaints, avg 55,167 mi); Engine Problems (7 complaints, avg 18,742 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (7 complaints, avg 26,120 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Lincoln Mkx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 45,024 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Lincoln Mkx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Lincoln Mkx include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Lincoln Mkx have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 83,250 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Lincoln Mkx?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lincoln Mkx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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