2011 Lincoln MKX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2011 Lincoln MKX recalls

Most common 2011 Lincoln MKX problems

Problem areas named in the 149 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	41
Engine	24
Unknown Or Other	24
Service Brakes	18
Structure	13
Power Train	12
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	11
Exterior Lighting	7
Vehicle Speed Control	5
Fuel/Propulsion System	5

What owners report

2026-08-15, Service Brakes
It’s been a 4 year battle. I received a bait and switch clone vehicle A Frankenstein!! The vehicle and vin are clones. The vehicle was delivered in the dark after hours during a time I was sick. Im also disabled. I had looked at the vehicle on the [XXX] website Hyundai Genesis lot then went and looked in person and test drove it. I was told it was a one owner vehicle out of Michigan. I purchased it two days later and traded in my perfect immaculate truck. I did not drive the vehicle until 4 days later and I noticed immediately the interior didn’t match. Warning lights were coming on. And when I got to my destination it all unfolded. I found receipts in the vehicle from the Lafayette In

2026-06-10, Power Train
PTU failing and leaking fluid. Needs replacement. Ford stated it’s a lifetime fluid but the fluid fails due to sitting next to hot exhaust. The unit needs replacement at a cost of $3400. Unit is currently being replaced. This can cause the PTU to fail, lock up, and implode taking the transmission with it. Extremely expensive part to replace. Thousands of people online have needed to replace part with 30k miles or less.

2026-03-04, Electrical System
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 contact's mother also experienced additional electrical issues with the alarm sounding unexpectedly, the power door locks failing to function properly, and the liftgate closing unexpectedly. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

2025-12-17, Service Brakes
Brake pedal went to the floor couldnt stop nearly crashed

2025-10-23, Visibility/Wiper
My backup rearview camera blacked out one day. Then it came back upside down. Then one day it went back to a right-side up view. But then it is upside down again. It is EXTREMELY difficult to see anything now when I back up with the view being upside down. There is a recall 25S42 from April 2025 for something similar, but it includes a 2015 Lincoln MKC but NOT the 2011 Lincoln MKX. They need to add the 2011 Lincoln MKX to the recall. I'm a Lincoln fan and i really don't like to see them including some cars and some don't. it has been the same issue for all of them and that will increase the possibility of accident

2011 Lincoln MKX questions

Does the 2011 Lincoln MKX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Lincoln MKX: Electrical System:Software; Structure:Body; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lincoln MKX?

Based on 149 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (41), Engine (24), Unknown Or Other (24).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Lincoln MKX 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.