2017 Lincoln MKC Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 5%of 193 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 90,550miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2017 Lincoln MKC, 5% of the 193 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 90,550 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was pulling away from my house after backing out of my driveway, and the power steering practically froze. I almost hit my other car that was parked in front of my house. Three warnings came up on the dash: 1. Service advancetrac, 2. Steering assist fault service required, 3. Hill start assist not available. I had it towed to my local service station and he diagnosed that it was the electronics in my rack and pinion. He advised that I take it to ford/Lincoln, because it may, or should be under warranty. …”
NHTSA complaint #11354356, filed 2020-09, 60,000 miles“The transmission on my 2017 MKC developed a slipping issue at around 81000 miles. This occurred first in the range of 25-35 MPH. Now it seems to have broadened. Had the car inspected by sanderson Lincoln in phoenix, az. Their initial determination was a new transmission or a rebuild. Cost is excessive. Dealer and manufacturer not willing to really help.”
NHTSA complaint #11291738, filed 2019-12, 81,000 miles“My car was vibrating and shifting weird. I recently repaired the brakes thinking that was the source of the vibration however the vibration escalated and the car shakes violently when stopped and jerk forward after releasing the brakes. My mechanic said this was a known issue with my model and pointed me to Customer Satisfaction Program 20N07. I spoke with Ford who indicated my VIN was not eligible for this CSP.”
NHTSA complaint #11621457, filed 2024-10“Engine light came on. Took it to mechanic. Was told there is a well documented mechanical issue affecting my 2017 , MKC. My vehicle is experiencing a misfire and cylinder three accompanied by signs of colon intrusion into the engine, as well as transmission slippage. I have heard these are known and widespread issues in 2015 to 2019 Lincoln MKC models equipped with the 2.0L Eco boost engine. I am aware of several technical service bulletins, including TSB 19-2346 and TBS 22-2229, that detail this defect. …”
NHTSA complaint #11680398, filed 2025-08“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a transmission specialty shop and was diagnosed with torque converter failure, which caused transmission failure. The torque converter was replaced. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, days after the vehicle was repaired, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact pulled into a gas station and turned off the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11696115, filed 2025-10, 112,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11025611Nov 12, 2025Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022…
- 10222455Sep 1, 2022Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer Vehicles Equipped With the 2.3L Engine and 6F35 Transmission - Transmission Extended Warranty Coverage Updated Owner Letters…
- 10222454Sep 1, 2022Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer Vehicles Equipped With the 2.3L Engine and 6F35 Transmission Powertrain Control Module Reprogram Submitting Owner Letters
- 10219034Aug 31, 2022Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with the 2.3L engine and 6F35 transmission; Powertrain Control Module reprogram. Supplement: Program terms will be…
- 10216459Jul 19, 2022Some 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit a vibration/rough idle when the vehicle is in drive (D) or reverse (R). The vehicle may…
- 10194428May 24, 2021Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022…
- 10187724Feb 5, 2021This program extends the warranty coverage of the automatic transmission torque converter for twelve (12) months from the RO date of Powertrain Control Module reflash under…
- 10184634Dec 10, 2020Some 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit a vibration/rough idle when the vehicle is in DRIVE or REVERSE. The vehicle may also…
- 10184652Dec 9, 2020In some of the affected vehicles, customers may experience adverse NVH, vibration and/or rough idle in Drive or Reverse, low performance/lack of acceleration during launch…
- 10181988Oct 9, 2020In some of the affected vehicles, customers may experience adverse NVH, vibration and/or rough idle in Drive or Reverse, low performance / lack of acceleration during launch…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
Other parts of the 2017 Lincoln MKC
110 complaintsEngine cooling
23 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
20 complaintsElectrical system
20 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsLane departure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Lincoln MKC
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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