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2017 Lincoln MKXProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 52 owner complaints about the 2017 Lincoln MKX, most often about the service brakes, hydraulic. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-544 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.

2017 Lincoln MKX
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CarFlaw IndexOne of the best years63% below the MKX median · #9 of 12 years by complaints
Safety recalls5Lowest repair rate 10%Owner complaints520 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage75kService brakes, hydraulic, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 23, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2017 Lincoln MKX has problems

52 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Service brakes, hydraulic130
Electrical system130
Engine70
Service brakes60
Wheels30
Power train30
Seats20
Back over prevention20
Seat belts20
9 other systems100

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

5 recalls

2017 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.

10%repaired · 2026 Q3

Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 25V-544 · Aug 22, 2025 · 499,129 vehicles · 49,398 repaired

Risk. A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

67%repaired · 2023 Q1

Service brakes

Recall 20V-469 · Aug 10, 2020 · 488,594 vehicles · 325,373 repaired

Risk. A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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86%repaired · 2018 Q3

Driver side: inflator module

Recall 17V-123 · Feb 27, 2017 · 27,531 vehicles · 23,623 repaired

Risk. During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2017 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

2017 Lincoln MKX safety ratings

2017 Lincoln MKX SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
  • Rollover: 4 stars (15.4% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Optional
  • Lane departure warning: Optional
1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2017 Lincoln MKX, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureEA21002 · still open
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In owners' words

What MKX owners report

Recent service brakes, hydraulic complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle veered to the right. Additionally, the vehicle shuddered while slowing down and while making a turn. The contact stated that while driving downhill and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle…
Complaint 11745876 · Jun 23, 2026 · 100 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the parts were not available for the recall repair. The contact then stated while driving at at speeds, the brake pedal had become soft and spongy…
Complaint 11736963 · May 11, 2026 · 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The brake pedal was soft and spongy. In addition, the service brake warning light was illuminated. The contact depressed the…
Complaint 11723951 · Mar 12, 2026 · 88,779 miles

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