2011 Lincoln MKX Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2011 Lincoln MKX has 149 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 69, and ranks 5th worst among 14 model years, earning a Caution verdict. Electrical system issues top the list at 28% of complaints, with 3 recalls tied to the body control module.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 69/100
- #5 of 14 MKX years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 149
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 6
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 4
- Injuries
- 3
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 18 city / 24 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
Top 2011 Lincoln MKX problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA 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%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report sudden unintended acceleration, including surging forward while parked or stopped and while braking at intersections.
- Some vehicles lost coolant, triggered low coolant warnings, and began smoking or caught fire near the engine's cooling module.
- The body control module (subject of the electrical system recalls) reportedly caused door-ajar warnings, dome lights staying on, battery drain, and in one case cables catching fire during a jump start.
- Owners describe brakes suddenly failing at highway or turning speeds before returning to normal operation, in some cases leading to crashes.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in at least one side-impact crash despite significant vehicle damage.
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 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2011 MKX has a complaint index of 69 and ranks 5th worst out of 14 model years, earning a Caution verdict relative to other MKX years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lincoln MKX?
- Electrical system complaints lead at 28% of all reports, followed by brakes at 21% and engine issues at 21%, based on NHTSA data.
- Does the 2011 Lincoln MKX have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 MKX, all related to the body control module, which can cause electrical shorts, disabled features, or overheating.
- Should I avoid the 2011 Lincoln MKX?
- The 2011 MKX carries a Caution verdict, worse than years like 2014, 2015, 2017, and 2018 which rate Good or Best, but better than 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2016, which rate Avoid.
- At what mileage do 2011 MKX problems typically appear?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 81,000 at failure overall, with electrical failures around 80,500 miles and engine failures around 55,500 miles.