Federal safety data shows 3 recalls and 102 complaints for the 2019 Lincoln MKC, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

102

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V6850002025-10-10

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

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.

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

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25V5720002025-04-09

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

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.

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V3780002023-26-05

ENGINE

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.

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 102 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2019 Lincoln MKC. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine68

02Back Over Prevention5

03Electrical System5

04Unknown Or Other3

05Electrical System,unknown Or Other,engine3

102 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Lincoln MKC Fuel Economy

20–23mpg combined

18-20city

25-27hwy

$1,900-$2,200/yr

The 2019 Lincoln MKC delivers 20 to 23 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

MKC FWD - Automatic (S6)

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

MKC AWD - Automatic (S6)

21mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

MKC AWD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2019 Lincoln MKC

33States

33%in top 3

Florida has the most inventory at 13%, with options spread across 33 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

FLFlorida

5713%

TXTexas

4711%

PAPennsylvania

368%

GAGeorgia

194%

MIMichigan

194%

OHOhio

184%

DEDelaware

164%

OKOklahoma

164%

MOMissouri

154%

ILIllinois

143%

NYNew York

123%

MNMinnesota

113%

KYKentucky

113%

INIndiana

102%

AZ9

NJ9

WIWisconsin

92%

COColorado

92%

DCWashington DC

92%

RI7

TN7

CA7

MA6

NC6

NE5

SD5

MD4

VA4

CT4

IA3

NH3

NV3

WA3

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Lincoln MKC?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Lincoln MKC a good car to buy?

The 2019 Lincoln MKC has 3 recalls on record. There are 3 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Lincoln MKC?

There are 3 documented recalls for the 2019 Lincoln MKC. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Lincoln MKC?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 23 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $342 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2019 Lincoln MKC?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2019 Lincoln MKC, based on 102 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.