The 2017 Lincoln MKX's low safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 47 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

17V1230002017-27-02

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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20V4690002020-10-08

SERVICE BRAKES

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.

A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V5440002025-22-08

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.

A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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View all 5 recalls

19V8090002019-12-11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Lincoln MKX vehicles equipped with 3.7L engines. The battery positive cable harness may contact the transmission shifter cable bracket resulting in a short circuit.

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

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20V4140002020-17-07

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

Ford Motor Company, Inc. (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2019-2020 Nautilus vehicles equipped with 16-way electric tilt seats. The seat cushion frame edge may contact the wire harness when the seat occupant uses the tilt function of the seat, potentially damaging one or more wires within the harness, which can result in either inadvertent deployment of the air bag or nondeployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.

An air bag that deploys inadvertently increases the risk of a crash. An air bag that does not deploy in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2017 Lincoln MKX has accumulated 47 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with service brakes, hydraulic leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic8

02Electrical System8

03Unknown Or Other6

04Service Brakes3

05Wheels3

47 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Lincoln MKX Fuel Economy

19–20mpg combined

16-18city

23-25hwy

$2,200-$2,300/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2017 Lincoln MKX ranges from 19 to 20 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

MKX FWD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

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

MKX FWD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

2.7L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

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

MKX AWD - Automatic (S6)

19mpg

2.7L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

MKX AWD - Automatic (S6)

19mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2017 Lincoln MKX

34States

28%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 34 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

5211%

FLFlorida

4710%

ILIllinois

357%

MIMichigan

337%

MOMissouri

235%

PAPennsylvania

214%

GAGeorgia

184%

OHOhio

184%

MNMinnesota

163%

NJNew Jersey

133%

NYNew York

133%

DEDelaware

123%

KYKentucky

112%

DCWashington DC

112%

OKOklahoma

112%

AZ10

COColorado

102%

NCNorth Carolina

102%

INIndiana

92%

WIWisconsin

92%

TNTennessee

92%

UT7

NE7

CA7

NH6

WA6

MD5

ID5

MA4

IA4

SD4

AL3

RI3

OR3

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2017.

2017 Lincoln MKX: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2017 Lincoln MKX a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2017 Lincoln MKX. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2017 Lincoln MKX?

Yes, 5 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2017 Lincoln MKX?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 20 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $138 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2017 Lincoln MKX?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC problems top the list with 47 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2017 compare to other Lincoln MKX years?

Each Lincoln MKX model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Lincoln MKX overview page.