no report yet
Structure: body
NewRisk. Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 Lincoln MKTProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2016 Lincoln MKT, most often about the structure. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-072 the manufacturer reports only 60% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 23, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Lincoln MKT has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Structure1 crash/fire/injury
2Back over prevention
1Steering
1Electrical system
1Suspension
1Visibility/wiper1 crash/fire/injury
1Engine
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2016 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 Q2
Gasoline: turbo/supercharger
Risk. An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a 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
2016 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
2016 Lincoln MKT safety ratings
2016 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 structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V827000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the passenger's side B-pillar trim had partially detached. Additionally, the contact…
I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR LESS THAN A YEAR AND THE MOONROOF HAS SHATTERED ON ME TWICE ALREADY. THE FRONT ONE TO BE EXACT, BOTH TIMES IT WAS RAINING BUT NORMAL RAIN, I LIVE IN NORTHEN CALIFORNIA. NO OBJECTS HIT MY CAR AND NO ACCIDENT. IT SOUNDS LIKE A LOUD GUNSHOT NEAR YOU AND ITS VERY SCARY I…
MY MOONROOF SHATTERED WITH NO REASON AS I WAS PULL FROM MY DRIVEWAY. OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE 28 DEGREES NOT EVEN COLD FOR A CHICAGO. I WAS DRIVING NO MORE THAN 15 MILES AND NO HARD BRAKES OR BUMPS JUST SUDDENLY CRACKED ALL OVER.
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