2017 Lincoln MKX Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 4%of 52 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the visibility of the 2017 Lincoln MKX, 4% of the 52 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,000 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.
“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the sun roof cracked without impact. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11081298, filed 2018-03, 30,000 miles“During a manufacturer-mandated software module update, North Central Ford (Plano, TX) bypassed continuous power supply safety protocols. This negligence caused a voltage drop, interrupted the software flash, and completely corrupted the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM). The dealership returned the vehicle to me, stating the update was complete. The corrupted module failed to power down, causing a severe parasitic drain that completely killed the battery overnight, leaving the vehicle immobilized and immune to jump-starting. The APIM is completely corrupted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11730101, filed 2026-04Related 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…
- 10162065Jun 18, 2019Some 2016-2018 MKX and 2019 Nautilus vehicles may exhibit a wind or whistle noise from the exterior mirror(s) at highway speed. This may be due to the spacing between the…
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 2017 Lincoln MKX
16 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsExterior 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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