2016 Lincoln MKX Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 14%of 156 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 7,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2016 Lincoln MKX, 14% of the 156 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I'm not sure if this is considered a design flaw, but I do consider this a safety issue. While driving, I have reached over to press the button to turn on my radio and my car has turned off and I have to come/roll to a complete stop to restart the car. After this happened a few times, I realized I was pressing the button located next to the radio button. The button I was pressing was the start/stop button. Luckily I have done this while driving around my small town, but it would cause an accident if this happened on a 4-8 lane highway. …”
NHTSA complaint #11351125, filed 2020-08, 27,000 miles“I was driving on city street when all of sudden I had no gas power the engine started reeving up on high. I was able to pull over to the side of the street. I continue to turn off the vehicle and restart it after a few attempts I was able to drive for a short distance it happen again I needed a tow to the dealer the problem was identify as the body throttle this item is causing not only my vehicle but other customers vehicle problems. I feel you should know about this issue because I could've been on the highway when this happen to me and more serious I could've been rear ended. …”
NHTSA complaint #10863999, filed 2016-05, 4,014 miles“Car is getting carbon monoxide in the cabin of the car with a strong sulfur smell, especially after hard acceleration. Car is back at Lincoln for the second time trying to repair the problem. I believe the car is back drafting the fumes into the car at the rear of vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11311789, filed 2020-02, 31,242 miles“Vehicle engine shuts down at stops or stop-and-go traffic while vehicle is in drive. Error displayed on tachometer screen reads full accessory power active . Once engine stops, all electrical continues to work. There is no warning when this happens. You can put car in park and restart, and issue resolves, but happens randomly. This is a brand new vehicle with less than 800 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10780950, filed 2015-10, 800 miles“The vehicle when accelerating lets exhaust and carbon monoxide into car interior. Took the SUV to dealer and has been worked on several times with no fix. Ford motor company field engineer was unable to fine and recommend a repair. Asked ford to repurchase vehicle but they refused saying its norm for the SUV. They did not give any regulations or anything that would support this as we should not have to breathe gas fumes when traveling down a highway. …”
NHTSA complaint #10903885, filed 2016-09, 7,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11030282Mar 25, 2026Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Replacement If Required After Dealer Evaluation
- 11024708Oct 13, 2025The affected vehicles have an emissions control system that does not account for certain in-use conditions and might not control tailpipe emissions effectively over time.
- 11010950Nov 27, 2024Various vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or a 3.0L gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement during repairs. Various vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or a 3.0L gas engine…
- 11010917Nov 26, 2024Some 2015-2017 Edge, 2016-2017 MKX, 2017 Fusion/MKZ/Continental vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost or 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV…
- 11008948Oct 10, 2024While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While…
- 11001174May 27, 2024This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure. Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang…
- 10216851Jul 28, 2022Certain 2014-2020 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines - 3G Telematics Control Unit to 4G Upgrade Kit. The North America 3G cellular service began decommissioning in August 2021 and…
- 10214758Jun 21, 2022Some 2013-2017 C-MAX Energi, 2013-2018 Focus battery electric vehicle (BEV), 2013-2020 Fusion plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), 2015-2017 MKZ/MKZ Hybrid/MKC, 2016-2017 MKX…
- 10203848Nov 4, 2021Various 2014-2020 vehicles equipped with a 3G modem may experience a lack of 3G modem performance. This may be due to the 3G cellular service functionality being decommissioned…
- 10172972Mar 9, 2020SSM 48619 - Various Vehicles - Perimeter Alarm Armed And Original Vehicle Keys Cannot Be Accessed to Enter Vehicle - CAN Protection Strategy Some 2013-2016 Model Year Vehicles…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 8 | 26% |
| 2017 | 7 | 13% |
| 2016 | 22 | 14% |
| 2015 | 6 | 32% |
| 2014 | 7 | 20% |
| 2013 | 22 | 13% |
| 2012 | 7 | 8% |
| 2011 | 24 | 16% |
| 2010 | 4 | 4% |
| 2009 | 6 | 9% |
| 2008 | 6 | 2% |
| 2007 | 12 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2016 Lincoln MKX
56 complaintsEngine
32 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 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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