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Lincoln Mkc problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Mkc from 2015 to 2019: 600 owner complaints and 27 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2017 (191), 2015 (131), 2019 (122). Best fuel economy: 23 mpg combined (2019).

Lincoln Mkc
Photo: Navigator84 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine322
Electrical68
Other / unknown63
Transmission & drivetrain52
Backup camera51
Engine & cooling46
Fuel & propulsion21
Steering15

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20151213123
201658023
2017319123
201847623
2019312223

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Lincoln Mkc?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2017 (191), 2015 (131), 2019 (122).

How many recalls has the Lincoln Mkc had?

Across 2015–2019, NHTSA lists 27 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).