2019 Lincoln MKT problems

“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…”

“The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT equipped with Nokian Tires, Tire Line: Nokian One HT, Tire Size: 255/45/R20, DOT Number: T431312. While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was driving abnormally rough. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that all four tires had cracks in the center tread. The contact stated that some of the cracks were excessive. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic where the tires were purchased, and all four tires were replaced. The tire failure mileage was approximately 30,000. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 103,937.”

“The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that the third brake light plastic enclosure was cracked and detached. The windshield wiper vent screen had deteriorated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V827000 (Structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were on back order. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the brake light was replaced under warranty, but the failure recurred a year later. The windshield wiper vent screen and B-pillar trim were replaced previously. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The contact filed a complaint with the Pennsylvania Attorney General. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.”

“Rear toe-link failure, and part is available. The failure occurred while I was driving, about 20 mph, heard a loud noise from the back of the vehicle. The vehicle swerved a bit but managed to regain control and come to a complete stop. Was not diagnosed by the dealership, but have determined,through TSB lookup, that this component has been a failure point across various Ford models including the MKT. No sensor warnings on the dashboard or messages, but was hearing intermittent clunking noises coming from rear of vehicle for about 2 weeks before incident. Usually heard it when rolling over bumps.”