repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 Lincoln MKTProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 25 owner complaints about the 2015 Lincoln MKT, most often about the back over prevention. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-695 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 26, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Lincoln MKT has problems
25 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Back over prevention
5Structure
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Power train
1Steering
1Suspension
1Visibility
1Exterior lighting
1Fuel/propulsion system
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 7 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2015 Lincoln MKT 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 · 2022 Q3
Suspension: rear
Risk. A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Tether: connector/clip
Risk. The vehicles do not have the seats and restraints that they were intended to have.
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repaired · 2016 Q4
Parking brake
Risk. If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the…
repaired · 2016 Q4
Electrical system
Risk. If the vacuum pump relay overheats, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
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 MKT 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 MKT median. How we score
'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Lincoln MKT safety ratings
2015 Lincoln MKT SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What MKT owners report
Recent back over prevention complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rear-view camera intermittently displayed a blank image. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available.…
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a distorted image. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that parts were…
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