2011 Lincoln MKX Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
80/100
#3 most-complained of 11 MKX years
The 2011 Lincoln MKX has a complaint index of 80, ranks 3rd worst out of 11 model years, and carries an Avoid verdict. NHTSA lists 149 complaints, 3 recalls, and a median failure mileage of 81,000, led by electrical system problems.
- Complaints
- 149
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 6 / 4
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 18 city / 24 hwy
Top 2011 Lincoln MKX problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System42 (28%)
- Brakes32 (21%)
- Engine31 (21%)
- Other25 (17%)
- Structure & Body15 (10%)
- Transmission & Powertrain12 (8%)
- Fuel System7 (5%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (3%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (3%)
- Seat Belts4 (3%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden unintended acceleration while parking or stopped, including one case that ended in a crash into a bus shelter.
- Some describe the accelerator sticking at a stop and forcing the vehicle over curbs at high speed.
- Coolant loss combined with smoke or a burning smell has led to engine replacement in at least one case.
- Electrical system short circuits tied to the body control module recall are described as causing overheating and fire risk.
- Several owners report brakes intermittently failing at highway or turning speeds, then returning to normal function.
- One owner reported airbags did not deploy in a 35 mph side-impact collision.
2011 Lincoln MKX recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 11V128000Feb 24, 2011Electrical System8,022 vehicles
Electrical system:software
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ford f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450, f-550, edge, and lincoln mkx trucks manufactured from october 25, 2010, through november 20, 2010. These vehicles were inspected using integrated diagnostic system (ids) that had a custom software routine to read the suspect body control module (bcm) serial number. Based on the serial number the bcm was either not affected or replaced. The custom software routine was not reading the correct set of characters, and was not able to identify a bcm that required replacement affected bcms may have the potential for an internal short.
Risk: If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which could result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect the body control module and if necessary replace it free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
- NHTSA 10V659000Dec 29, 2010Structure & Body14,737 vehicles
Structure:body
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450, f-550, edge and lincoln mkx vehicles. During a six-day production period, the supplier of the body control module manufactured modules that may have the potential for an internal short.
Risk: If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which can result in an unattended vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealer will replace the body control module if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
- NHTSA 10V516000Oct 27, 2010Structure & Body71 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 edge and lincoln mkx vehicles manufactured from july 1, 2010, through october 8, 2010. These vehicles were shipped with incorrectly configured electronic module settings that disable the locking function of the liftgate. Accordingly, the vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Risk: The liftgate lock may be disabled and the driver may not be able to lock the liftgate using interior lock switches or remote key fob buttons.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will have the affected control modules updated free of charge. The safety recall began on november 1, 2010. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
2011 Lincoln MKX fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 24 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 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.
2011 compared with other MKX years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2011 Lincoln MKX a good year to avoid?
- NHTSA data ranks the 2011 MKX 3rd worst among 11 model years with a complaint index of 80, giving it an Avoid verdict relative to other MKX years.
- What is the top problem area for the 2011 Lincoln MKX?
- Electrical System complaints make up 28% of all reported issues (42 of 149 complaints), with a median failure mileage of 80,500.
- Does the 2011 Lincoln MKX have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 MKX, covering the electrical system and structure & body, mainly related to the body control module.
- How does the 2011 MKX compare to other MKX years?
- The 2011 MKX (complaint index 80) is worse than 2010 (70), 2012 (60), 2014 (30), and 2015 (20, the Best year), but better than 2013 (100) and 2016 (90), both also rated Avoid.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Lincoln MKX?
- EPA rates the 2011 MKX at 20 mpg combined (18 city/24 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $3,250.