The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015. An incorrect seat back trim cover was installed on the affected vehicles, blocking the child seat tether anchors in the second row center seating position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems."
The risk
An improperly anchored child seat can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat back trim cover and tether cover bezel on the second row, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C09.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 16V-343 (16V343000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 16C09 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Child seat › Tether › Connector/clip |
| Report date | May 24, 2016 |
| Owners notified | June 16, 2016 |
| Vehicles affected | 5 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the other / not specified
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 16V-343 repair free?
Yes. Lincoln dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat back trim cover and tether cover bezel on the second row, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.