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Structure: body
NewRisk. Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 Lincoln MKTProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2018 Lincoln MKT, most often about the structure. It is covered by 2 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 May 27, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Lincoln MKT has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Structure
1Back over prevention
1Electrical system
1Electronic stability control (ESC)
1Fuel/propulsion system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2018 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.
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
2018 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2018 Lincoln MKT safety ratings
2018 Lincoln MKT SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.1% 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 2018 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated the black panel trim had detached while driving at 55 MPH on the highway. The driver ran over the plastic. The contact received the recall notification letter for the NHTSA Campaign Number. 25V827000 (Back Over Prevention) The contact called…
On [XXX] the drivers side keyless entry fell off our vehicle while traveling on the Ohio turnpike. The wiring harness held the trim component from falling off the vehicle, but caused it to fling and smash into the vehicle until we pulled off the turnpike. We duct taped the part in place until we…
The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the exterior windshield trim on the driver's side door detached. After some time, the exterior windshield trim on the passenger's side door also detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who did not…
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