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2017 Lincoln MKX Brakes Problems

Complaints
16about this part
Share
31%of 52 total for the year
Median mileage
75,000miles
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the brakes of the 2017 Lincoln MKX, 31% of the 52 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“I received a recalled noticed regarding a potential brake(s) failure. Currently the manufacture does not have sufficient parts and does not provide any ETA on when parts do become available. In the light of the situation, I would rather filed a complaint than risking my life or the lives of others due to the manufacture unable to provide the need parts to resolved this serious issue. I am taking proactive steps to protect myself before I find myself in the worst case scenario.”

NHTSA complaint #11688015, filed 2025-09

“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the parts were not available for the recall repair. The contact then stated while driving at at speeds, the brake pedal had become soft and spongy upon depression without warning. In addition, the contact stated that a puddle of brake fluid would accumulate underneath the vehicle near the rear passenger tire. …”

NHTSA complaint #11736963, filed 2026-05, 75,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle veered to the right. Additionally, the vehicle shuddered while slowing down and while making a turn. The contact stated that while driving downhill and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle jerked unexpectedly. The trunk warning light was illuminated. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). …”

NHTSA complaint #11745876, filed 2026-06, 100 miles

“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The brake pedal was soft and spongy. In addition, the service brake warning light was illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal to the floor, and the vehicle rolled forward before coming to a complete stop. The vehicle was driven to the residence of a friend. The failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floor to stop the vehicle. …”

NHTSA complaint #11723951, filed 2026-03, 88,779 miles

“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving approximately 30-40 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle was coasted downhill to decelerate. The contact pulled into a parking lot and engaged the parking brake to stop the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the rear brake hoses needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. …”

NHTSA complaint #11686688, filed 2025-09, 90,000 miles

Related recalls

Related service bulletins

Brakes: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2018826%
20171631%
20165636%
201515%
20141029%
20136640%
20123339%
20113020%
20102422%
20091117%
2008187%
2007176%

Other parts of the 2017 Lincoln MKX

Electrical system
13 complaints
Engine
7 complaints
Other or unknown
7 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
Wheels
3 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaints
Seat belts
2 complaints
Seats
2 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaints
Air bags
1 complaints
Electronic stability control
1 complaints
Exterior lighting
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2017 Lincoln MKX

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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology