Structure: body
Remedy pending
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.
Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2017 Lincoln MKTRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints for the 2017 Lincoln MKT. Most complaints involve structure (2) and engine and engine cooling (1). The EPA rates it 15–19 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
15–19mpg
EPA · 5 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Dec 2025
Owner complaints
4
Top: structure
Fuel cost / yr
$3,400est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Suspension: rear
Free remedy
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.
Engine and engine cooling: turbo
Free remedy
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.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
4 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2017 – Oct 2026
- Structure2
- Engine and engine cooling1
- Steering1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Structure
2 reports
“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.”
Engine and engine cooling
1 report
“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 illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V925000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) because the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.”
Steering
1 report
“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”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
5 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 3.7L 6-cyl · 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S6) · Automatic 6-spd
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT FWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,400 | 468 |
| MKT Livery AWD Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.7 L · All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,550 | 493 |
| MKT AWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,800 | 523 |
| MKT Hearse AWD Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,000 | 550 |
| MKT Limo AWD Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,300 | 574 |
- 19mpg comb.
- 18mpg comb.
- 17mpg comb.
- 16mpg comb.
- 15mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 Lincoln MKT as of Oct 30, 2026.
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2017 MKT questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Lincoln MKT have?
3 safety recalls as of Oct 30, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
What are the most common 2017 Lincoln MKT problems?
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are structure (2), engine and engine cooling (1), steering (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2017 Lincoln MKT get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Lincoln MKT at 15–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026