The 2nd generation MKX (2016—2018) has 45 owner complaints, mostly about engine problems. Overall it ranks 19th in reliability out of 24 eligible Lincoln generations.
Reliability rankings are based on our PainRank™ system. A higher number means you can expect more significant problems. The average score for a Lincoln generation is 3.62, while this generation comes in at 5.52.
Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.
Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.
Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.
Overall reliability rank out of 24 eligible generations.
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The cables are at the starters and alternators and the unsecured connections could cause electrical arcs. Those arcs could easily start fires.
The recall includes the Lincoln MKT and MKX.
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