YearToAvoid

2015 Lincoln MKC Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 27 electrical system complaints for the 2015 Lincoln MKC, 21% of its 131 total complaints that year. A related recall (15V006000) addresses the Push-to-Start/Stop switch location. Median mileage at failure is 35,000 miles.

Electrical System complaints
27
21% of 131
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
35,000 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

  • Battery drains unexpectedly, sometimes leaving the vehicle unable to start or leaving owners stranded and needing a jump or tow.
  • Vehicle stalls or shuts off while driving after the check battery light illuminates, in one case traced to a faulty alternator that failed again after replacement.
  • Accidental contact with the push-to-start button while driving at low speed causes the engine to shut off and the vehicle to roll to a stop.
  • Loss of power while driving, including one report of the car shaking near 50 mph before shutting off with no brakes or steering.
  • Manual liftgate makes noise and does not always open when commanded.
  • Sunroof panel only opens partway and the interior panel material wrinkles when operated in hot weather.

When 2015 Lincoln MKC electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 11, 2014, latest Nov 26, 2025.

2015 Lincoln MKC electrical system complaints: complaints filed per month3Dec 2014Jun 2015Dec 2017Jun 2019May 2022Aug 2022Feb 2024Nov 2025
27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2014 to Nov 2025; peak Mar 2019 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2015 Lincoln MKC

  1. NHTSA 15V006000Jan 9, 2015Electrical System11,144 vehicles

    Electrical system:ignition:switch

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured August 20, 2013, to September 9, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Push-to Start/Stop (PTS) button that is located at the bottom of the shift transmission controls may inadvertently be pushed, causing the engine to shut off.

    Risk: If the PTS switch is inadvertently pressed, the vehicle may stop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. In the event of a crash with the vehicle turned off, the air bags and seat belt restaints may not function as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the PTS switch and reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S29.

Electrical System complaints by MKC model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201527 (21%)
  2. 201613 (16%)
  3. 201720 (11%)
  4. 20182 (3%)
  5. 201913 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2015 Lincoln MKC have?
NHTSA lists 27 electrical system complaints for the 2015 Lincoln MKC, which is 21% of the 131 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Lincoln MKC electrical system?
Yes. Recall 15V006000, reported January 9, 2015, covers the Push-to-Start/Stop switch. Ford relocates the switch and reprograms the Powertrain Control Module; it is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2015 MKC?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 35,000 miles at the time of failure for electrical system complaints.
Were there any crashes or fires linked to electrical complaints?
NHTSA records show 1 crash and 0 fires among the 27 electrical system complaints for the 2015 Lincoln MKC.
How does the 2015 MKC compare to other years for electrical complaints?
The 2015 MKC has the highest share of electrical complaints among the years listed, at 21%, compared to 16% in 2016, 11% in 2017, 3% in 2018, and 11% in 2019.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.