2013 Lincoln MKX Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 68 brake complaints for the 2013 Lincoln MKX, 42% of all complaints filed for that model year, with 3 crashes and 1 injury reported. Median mileage at failure was 90,700 miles, and no related recall is listed in this data.
- Brakes complaints
- 68
- 42% of 163
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 90,700 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the brake pedal suddenly feeling loose or going to the floor, resulting in a loss of stopping power and, in some cases, a crash.
- A hissing or squealing sound from the brake booster is commonly reported when the pedal is pressed, often described by owners as a torn or leaking booster diaphragm.
- Several owners report the pedal effort needed to stop the vehicle increased noticeably over time, with one citing failure mileage around 103,000 miles.
- Some owners describe replacing multiple parts, including brake boosters and a master cylinder, without resolving spongy pedal issues.
- One owner reported being unable to stop at 65 mph and had to steer to the roadside before the vehicle came to rest.
- Multiple owners mention a Ford customer satisfaction program covering brake booster and master cylinder problems on 2010-2013 Edge and MKX vehicles built at the Oakville plant, though some say dealers denied coverage for their VIN.
When 2013 Lincoln MKX brake complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 2, 2014, latest Dec 15, 2025.
Brakes recalls for the 2013 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Lincoln MKX?
- NHTSA lists 68 brake complaints for the 2013 MKX, which is 42% of all 163 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Lincoln MKX?
- This data shows no related recall listed for the 2013 MKX, though several owner complaints reference a Ford customer satisfaction program for brake booster and master cylinder problems on some 2010-2013 Edge and MKX vehicles.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 MKX?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2013 MKX is 90,700 miles.
- Did the 2013 MKX brake problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data links 3 crashes and 1 injury to brake complaints for the 2013 MKX.