2015 Lincoln MKC Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2015 Lincoln MKC carries a Complaint Index of 50, ranking 3rd worst out of 5 model years, and earns a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 131 complaints, 12 recall campaigns, 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries tied to this year.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 50/100
- #3 of 5 MKC years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 131
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 12
- 1 Park Outside
- Crashes
- 7
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 19 city / 26 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2015 Lincoln MKC problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine34 (26%)
- Electrical System27 (21%)
- Other18 (14%)
- Transmission & Powertrain18 (14%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras16 (12%)
- Fuel System15 (11%)
- Structure & Body11 (8%)
- Airbags5 (4%)
- Steering5 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Vehicles have stalled suddenly at highway speeds, sometimes with the check battery light illuminating just before the stall.
- Owners report the engine turning off unexpectedly at low speeds, including one case where an accidental ignition button push cut power and rolled the vehicle.
- Alternator failures have caused sudden stalling and required towing to a dealer for replacement.
- Airbags have failed to deploy or only partially deployed during low-speed and intersection crashes, leaving occupants without expected protection.
- An engine fire occurred while a vehicle was parked and stationary in a garage after accumulating close to the reported median engine-failure mileage.
- A driver reported the transmission failing to hold park, allowing the vehicle to roll after the driver stepped out.
2015 Lincoln MKC recalls
12 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V011000Jan 15, 2026Other116,672 vehicles
Equipment:electrical:engine block heater
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 6, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 16, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,456,417 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
- NHTSA 25V270000Apr 23, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras160,729 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Risk: A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.
2015 Lincoln MKC fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 26 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,950
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2015 compared with other MKC years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Lincoln MKC a good year to buy?
- NHTSA data give it a Caution verdict with a Complaint Index of 50, ranking 3rd worst among the 5 MKC model years tracked. It has more reported problems than 2016 and 2018 but fewer than 2017 and 2019.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lincoln MKC?
- Engine complaints lead at 34 (26% of complaints), followed by electrical system issues at 27 (21%) and transmission/powertrain problems at 18 (14%). Median mileage at failure for engine complaints is 49,004.
- Does the 2015 Lincoln MKC have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for the 2015 MKC, including a battery monitor sensor fire risk recall that advises owners to park outside until repaired, plus rearview camera, engine block heater, door latch, and seat bolt recalls.
- How does the 2015 MKC compare to other MKC years?
- Its Complaint Index of 50 is worse than 2016 (25) and 2018 (0), but better than 2017 (100) and 2019 (75), both rated Avoid.
- Is there a fire risk with the 2015 Lincoln MKC?
- NHTSA recorded 1 fire report and a recall (23V378000) covering a battery monitor sensor that can short-circuit and overheat, prompting Ford to tell owners to park outside away from structures until repaired.