2013 Lincoln MKX Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 2%of 164 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the visibility of the 2013 Lincoln MKX, 2% of the 164 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 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.
“Takata recall: I got into my MKX and closed the door and the rear windshield exploded, there were no dings or chips and nothing hit into it. I've been reading online and it looks like its a problem I can't afford to have it fixed and I am hoping ford will do the right thing. Thank you”
NHTSA complaint #11222687, filed 2019-06, 60,000 miles“During heavy rain storm had to pull over to the side of the road. Windshield wipers did not operate. Took car into service. They had to replace the entire windshield wiper motor assembly.”
NHTSA complaint #10630118, filed 2014-09, 8,087 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the heating and A/C units had increased to high levels. The defroster was fogging up the windshields. The driver had a limited visibility of the roadway. Additionally, the vehicle was running hot. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the contact was informed that the failure was due to the thermostat and the center head module. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11562084, filed 2023-12, 70,000 miles“Moonroof glass component off track described by third party Lincoln/Ford mechanic, and will not go back on track when using buttons to open and close.”
NHTSA complaint #11623345, filed 2024-11Related service bulletins
- 10164508Aug 9, 2019Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in…
- 10204994Mar 1, 2016Online automotive service information system for March 2016
- 10057834Jul 1, 2015Ford: no service action is recommended for this condition. Please use at your discretion. Various 2010-2015 vehicles may experience a turbulence noise, similar to an helicopter…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 | 2 | 4% |
| 2016 | 2 | 1% |
| 2015 | 2 | 11% |
| 2014 | 3 | 9% |
| 2013 | 4 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 | 4 | 3% |
| 2010 | 3 | 3% |
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 5 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2013 Lincoln MKX
66 complaintsElectrical system
30 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsEngine
15 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
5 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Lincoln MKX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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