no report yet
Electrical system: software
Risk. IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
2011 Lincoln MKXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 149 owner complaints about the 2011 Lincoln MKX, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 15, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Lincoln MKX has problems
149 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
41Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
24Engine1 crash/fire/injury
18Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
13Structure
12Power train
11Service brakes, hydraulic
7Exterior lighting
5Fuel/propulsion system
5Vehicle speed control
3316 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 41 | 1 |
| Engine | 24 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 18 | 2 |
| Structure | 13 | 0 |
| Power train | 12 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 11 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 2 |
| 16 other systems | 33 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2011 Lincoln MKX 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.
no report yet
Structure: body
Risk. IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH CAN RESULT IN AN UNATTENDED VEHICLE FIRE.
no report yet
Hatchback/liftgate: lock
Risk. THE LIFTGATE LOCK MAY BE DISABLED AND THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO LOCK THE LIFTGATE USING INTERIOR LOCK SWITCHES OR REMOTE KEY FOB BUTTONS.
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.
Mileage at failure
When do electrical system problems start?
79kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 29 electrical system complaints. 76% were reported before 100,000 miles.
7under 30k miles22under 100k miles7100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other MKX 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 MKX median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2011 Lincoln MKX safety ratings
2011 Lincoln MKX SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (14.0% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What MKX owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKX. The contact's mother stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights unexpectedly illuminated. The contact's mother noticed a burning odor coming from the vehicle and observed that the power outlets were extremely hot. The…
Body Control Module has developed an internal short that is causing safety systems not to work. It is also affecting the heating/ air conditioning, tire pressure monitoring system. This was recalled previously but the manufacturer wont do anything about it. I have had the vehicle at 2 separate…
My dash touchscreen display became inoperable, no radio, no camera, no NOTHING My wiper blades come on by themselves and won't allow me to shut them off. The headlights remain on in the auto position... they won't shut off. Warning Lights on the dash comes on at times (lights up with lots of…
Own a 2011 MKX?
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