2017 Lincoln MKT Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2017 Lincoln MKT has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).

3Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2017 Lincoln MKT recalls

Door Trim Can Detach While Driving, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 25V827Dec 1, 202511,852 vehicles affected

Certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKT vehicles may have driver and front passenger B-pillar door trim that can detach while the vehicle is being driven.

Rear Toe Links May Fracture, Causing Sudden Handling Loss

Recall 20V072Feb 10, 2020211,207 vehicles affected

Certain Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, and Lincoln MKT vehicles from model years 2013 to 2015 with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack may have rear suspension toe links that fracture under stress.

Oil Leak Can Ignite Engine Fire Risk

Recall 16V925Dec 22, 20161,163 vehicles affected

Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes can leak oil onto engine components.

Most common 2017 Lincoln MKT problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Steering1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2026-10-19, Structure
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V827000 (Structure); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the sun visor failed to open because the rubber detached. Additionally, the B-pillar trims on the driver and passenger side doors were slightly detached, causing the top section of the trim to detach upon opening the door. The dealer was contacted and confirmed the recall remedy was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.
2026-05-15, Structure
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:25V827000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the rubber strip located along the interior of the front driver side door had started to detach from the bottom of the door. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
2022-11-10, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated while driving after the vehicle had been in idling for 4-5 minutes, there was an excessive amount of smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was making abnormal rattling sounds while driving at various speeds. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle occasionally failed to start. The contact was able to start the vehicle after two attempts; however, there was a significant amount of smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. The contact stated that he was able to drive the vehicle; however, the vehicle would not exceed 30-35 MPH. An unknown warning light was ill
2017-11-13, Steering
THIS VEHICLE IS A RENTAL FROM BUDGET. ON 11/10 - 11/11/17, DRIVING FROM FT MYERS, FL TO KNOXVILLE, TN, ON I-75, AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OF 55-80 MPH, WHILE CHANGING LANES, VEHICLE WOULD START TO STEER SMOOTHLY EITHER TO LEFT OR RIGHT, AND THEN SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE (DART) MORE TO LEFT OR RIGHT. TO ME IT ACTED LIKE IF TURNING LEFT, THE LEFT WHEEL SUDDENLY ENCOUNTERED SOME DRAG, LIKE IN MUD OR SAND AND SAME FOR RIGHT TURNING, THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ACTED AS IF IT HIT SOMETHING TO CAUSE DRAG OR RESISTANCE WHICH WOULD MAKE THE VEHICLE ACT LIKE IT WAS OVER-STEERING. HAPPENED OFTEN. MAKES DRIVER FEEL SOME DEGREE OF LOSS OF CONTROL

2017 Lincoln MKT questions

Does the 2017 Lincoln MKT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Lincoln MKT: Door Trim Can Detach While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Rear Toe Links May Fracture, Causing Sudden Handling Loss; Oil Leak Can Ignite Engine Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lincoln MKT?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Steering (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Lincoln MKT has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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