Does the 2016 Lincoln MKC have an engine fire recall?

Yes. Recall 23V378000 covers a battery monitor sensor that can short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving. NHTSA also lists 5 fires among the 47 engine complaints for this year.

How common are engine problems on the 2016 Lincoln MKC?

NHTSA lists 47 engine-related complaints out of 80 total complaints for the 2016 model year, or 59% of all complaints filed.

At what mileage do 2016 MKC engine problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints is 82,193 miles.

Is there a second engine recall for the 2016 MKC?

Yes. Recall 16V183000 covers a free dealer replacement of the engine block heater on certain 2015-2016 Lincoln MKC vehicles.

2016 Lincoln MKC Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 47 engine-related complaints for the 2016 Lincoln MKC, 59% of all complaints for the year, with 5 fires and 1 injury reported. Two engine recalls exist: a battery monitor sensor fire risk (23V378000) and an engine block heater issue (16V183000). Median mileage at failure is 82,193.

Engine complaints: 47; 59% of 80
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 5
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 82,193 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report fires starting in the engine compartment both while parked and while driving, sometimes with visible flames and smoke.
Some describe the engine stalling unexpectedly while driving or right after starting, occasionally with a "shift system fault" message on the dash.
Several report the check engine light coming on along with a coolant leak into a cylinder, leading to a diagnosis that the engine block needed replacement.
A few describe a cylinder misfire with the engine fault message displayed, also resulting in a recommendation to replace the engine.
One owner reported sputtering, knocking, and overheating from the engine compartment at low speed with a recurring check engine light.
Some owners who received the 23V378000 recall notice reported that replacement parts were not available within a reasonable time.

When 2016 Lincoln MKC engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 2, 2019, latest Jul 8, 2026.

47 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2019 to Jul 2026; peak Jun 2023 (4).

Engine recalls for the 2016 Lincoln MKC

NHTSA 23V378000May 26, 2023Engine142,734 vehiclesPark Outside
Engine
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicles. The battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will add an in-line fuse to the battery monitor sensor power circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S28.
NHTSA 16V183000Mar 31, 2016Engine1,543 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured November 25, 2013, to January 25, 2016, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured October 20, 2014, to January 28, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines and engine block heaters. These engine block heaters have elements that may overheat while plugged in.
Risk: Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and replace the electrical cord, as necessary. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S14. Note: Owners should not use the engine block heater until the vehicle has been remedied.

Engine complaints by MKC model year

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

201534 (26%)
201647 (59%)
2017128 (67%)
201855 (74%)
201995 (80%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Lincoln MKC have an engine fire recall?: Yes. Recall 23V378000 covers a battery monitor sensor that can short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving. NHTSA also lists 5 fires among the 47 engine complaints for this year.
How common are engine problems on the 2016 Lincoln MKC?: NHTSA lists 47 engine-related complaints out of 80 total complaints for the 2016 model year, or 59% of all complaints filed.
At what mileage do 2016 MKC engine problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints is 82,193 miles.
Is there a second engine recall for the 2016 MKC?: Yes. Recall 16V183000 covers a free dealer replacement of the engine block heater on certain 2015-2016 Lincoln MKC vehicles.