2017 Lincoln MKT Problems & Complaints

Better than average78% fewer complaints than a typical year of the MKT at the same age

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2017 Lincoln MKT with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 78% fewer than a typical MKT model year at the same age, making the 2017 one of the better MKT years. The most reported problem area is the body & structure (2 complaints, typically around 46,000 miles). 3 recalls cover this model year.

4complaints
3recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2017 Lincoln MKT problems

  • Body & structure~46,000 miles
    250%
  • Steering
    125%
  • Engine & cooling~65,000 miles
    125%

Share of the 4 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Lincoln MKT complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Lincoln MKT. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best MKT years: 2017, 2016, 2018. Years to avoid: 2013, 2014, 2010. Compare all years →

2017 Lincoln MKT recalls (3)

Structure › Body

NHTSA recall 25V-827 · Dec 1, 2025 · 11,852 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKT vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

Remedy: Dealers will repair the B-pillar trim, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 23, 2025.

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 20V-072 · Feb 10, 2020 · 211,207 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020.

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger

NHTSA recall 16V-925 · Dec 22, 2016 · 1,163 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017.

2017 Lincoln MKT engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.7L 6-cyl6-speed automaticFWD16 / 24 / 19
3.7L 6-cyl6-speed automaticAWD16 / 23 / 18
3.5L 6-cyl turbo6-speed automaticAWD15 / 21 / 17

EPA ratings. Class: SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Lincoln MKT a good car?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 MKT rates better than average: 78% fewer complaints than a typical year of the MKT at the same age. It is one of the best MKT years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Lincoln MKT?

The body & structure — 2 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the steering (1) and engine & cooling (1).

How many recalls does the 2017 Lincoln MKT have?

There are 3 recalls for the 2017 Lincoln MKT, the most recent from December 1, 2025 (body). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Lincoln MKT?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2016 and 2018. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013, 2014 and 2010. See the full Lincoln MKT years comparison.

At what mileage do 2017 Lincoln MKT problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 46,000 miles; 67% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.