repaired · 2026 Q3
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 Lincoln MKXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 31 owner complaints about the 2018 Lincoln MKX, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-544 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 16, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Lincoln MKX has problems
31 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Electrical system
4Service brakes
4Service brakes, hydraulic
3Exterior lighting
3Engine
2Air bags
2Engine and engine cooling
2Steering
2Wheels
77 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| 7 other systems | 7 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2018 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.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Service brakes
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.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Air bags
Risk. An air bag that deploys inadvertently increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Doors: latch
Risk. If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
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repaired · 2019 Q4
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. An electrical arc can increase 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
2018 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
2018 Lincoln MKX safety ratings
2018 Lincoln MKX SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What MKX owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My vehicle had an electrical recall; I took it in and it gotten worse. The vehicle is making noise, and saying 911 operator is unavailable. The turning signals turn on and off, if I turn one going left, it stays on a while, or I have to shut car off a while to get it to cooperate of it doesn't…
The rear view camera is intermittent. The camera listed for replacement is F2GZ19G490C. That was a recall item listed for the problem that we are having. It is intermittent and is a safety hazard as indicated in the LINCOLN MKX 2015 THRU 2019. WHY IS IT INDICATED AS NOT HAVING A RECALL TO MY 2018…
JULY 25, 2018: UPON STARTING CAR WHILE STATIONARY IN A PARKING SPOT, DASH LIGHT AND INFO CLUSTERS DID NOT LIGHT UP. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, DRIVING AND BRAKE LIGHTS DID NOT WORK OR LIGHT UP. TURNED OFF CAR, RE-STARTED. ALL LIGHTS WORKED, THEN DROVE TO AN APPOINTMENT APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES AWAY IN…
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