How many brake complaints does the 2011 Lincoln MKX have?

NHTSA lists 32 brake complaints for the 2011 Lincoln MKX, making up 21% of the 149 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Lincoln MKX?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints on this model year.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2011 MKX?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints is 84,500 miles.

What kind of brake failures do owners report on the 2011 MKX?

Owners describe hard-to-depress pedals, intermittent loss of braking power, rotor vibration, a hissing brake sound with reduced pedal response, and brake booster failure.

Were there any crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2011 MKX?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 fire among the 32 brake complaints filed for the 2011 Lincoln MKX.

2011 Lincoln MKX Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 32 brake complaints for the 2011 Lincoln MKX, 21% of its 149 total complaints, with 2 crashes and 1 fire. Median mileage at failure was 84,500 miles, and there are no related brake recalls for this model year.

Brakes complaints: 32; 21% of 149
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 84,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal becoming hard to depress or requiring extra force to stop the vehicle, sometimes linked to the ABS module or hydraulic control unit.
Multiple complaints describe intermittent brake power boost failure, where the vehicle either fails to stop or lurches forward until the driver stomps the pedal to the floor.
Owners describe complete or momentary loss of braking while decelerating from highway speed, with brakes returning to normal function afterward.
Excessive vibration while braking at around 60 mph was linked by a dealer to worn rotors needing replacement.
One owner reported a hissing noise from the brakes accompanied by the pedal not fully engaging and the vehicle continuing to roll after braking.
One owner reported the brake booster failed and required dealership replacement.

When 2011 Lincoln MKX brake complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 1, 2013, latest Aug 15, 2026.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2013 to Aug 2026; peak Nov 2018 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Lincoln MKX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by MKX model year

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

200718 (6%)
200818 (7%)
200911 (17%)
201025 (23%)
201132 (21%)
201234 (40%)
201368 (42%)
201412 (34%)
20151 (5%)
201657 (37%)
201718 (35%)
20189 (29%)
20190 (0%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2011 Lincoln MKX have?: NHTSA lists 32 brake complaints for the 2011 Lincoln MKX, making up 21% of the 149 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Lincoln MKX?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints on this model year.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2011 MKX?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints is 84,500 miles.
What kind of brake failures do owners report on the 2011 MKX?: Owners describe hard-to-depress pedals, intermittent loss of braking power, rotor vibration, a hissing brake sound with reduced pedal response, and brake booster failure.
Were there any crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2011 MKX?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 fire among the 32 brake complaints filed for the 2011 Lincoln MKX.