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Electrical: engine block heater
NewRisk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
2015 Lincoln MKCProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 131 owner complaints about the 2015 Lincoln MKC, most often about the engine. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-572 the manufacturer reports only 21% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 18, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Navigator84, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Lincoln MKC has problems
131 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
33Engine1 crash/fire/injury
23Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
18Power train2 crash/fire/injury
16Back over prevention
12Fuel/propulsion system
6Structure
5Exterior lighting
5Latches/locks/linkages
5Steering
2510 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 23 | 1 |
| Power train | 18 | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 16 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 12 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 |
| 10 other systems | 25 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2015 Lincoln MKC recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Engine
Park outsideRisk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2022 Q2
Doors: latch
Risk. A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
repaired · 2019 Q1
repaired · 2018 Q2
Doors: latch
Risk. A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Ignition: switch
Risk. If the PTS switch is inadvertently pressed, the vehicle may stop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
Risk. A reduction in fuel pressure may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Visibility: windshield
Risk. Air bubbles in the windshield could impact the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lincoln.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other MKC year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the MKC median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Lincoln MKC safety ratings
2015 Lincoln MKC SUV AWD Later Release in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2015 Lincoln MKC, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
- Door Latch FailureLed to recall 16V-643
- Door Latch FailuresLed to recall 20V-177
In owners' words
What MKC owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle unresponsive after sitting idol at traffic light. When trying to accelerate, no power. Vehicle was still running, but unable to accelerate. Finally able to accelerate after RPMs up to nearly 3000 rpms, and slow to respond and accelerate. Engine warning code on dashboard soon after. Error…
A few months ago, the engine light came on. Multiple diagnostics confirmed a vapor leak. We were told if we didn’t fix it, it would affect nothing. Now, if we put gas in, the car struggles to start or won’t start. This happens all the time since April 2025. We looked at recalls and there were 2…
I got out of work and went to start my car. At first it did not want to start, and it acted like the alarm system had an issue. I locked my car, then unlocked it with the key fob, and when it started, it ran rough and was smoking out of the exhaust. I turned it off and quickly checked the fluids. I…
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