Structure: body
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.
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 18 owner complaints for the 2019 Lincoln MKT. Most complaints involve back over prevention (12) and structure (9). The EPA rates it 15–19 mpg combined.
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.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Flex, Fiesta, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V827000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.”
“ISubject: Urgent Safety Complaint – Delayed Recall Repair, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Driver-Side B-Pillar Trim Applique To Whom It May Concern: I am submitting this complaint regarding the prolonged failure to obtain a recall repair for my 2019 Lincoln MKT through Bill Knight Lincoln in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The circumstances surrounding this recall have gone well beyond what I consider a reasonable timeframe and have resulted in a serious safety incident, ongoing inconvenience, and concerns about additional damage to my vehicle. In December 2025, I received notification that my vehicle was subject to a recall involving the B-pillar trim appliques located behind the front doors on both sides of the vehicle. More than ten months later, approaching eleven months, Bill Knight Lincoln continues to tell me that the necessary replacement parts are unavailable. Unfortunately, this is not simply a matter of waiting for a repair. While driving on an Oklahoma turnpike, the driver-side B-pillar trim applique broke loose from my vehicle, slammed into my rear window, and shattered it. Nearly all of the broken trim, with the exception of the small portion still attached to the electrical…”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| 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 | 491 |
| 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 | 547 |
| MKT Limo AWD Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,300 | 574 |
| 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 |
4 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.
Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are back over prevention (12), structure (9), visibility/wiper (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2019 Lincoln MKT at 15–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).