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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.

2013 Lincoln MKX brakes complaints: complaints filed per month6Sep 2014Oct 2018Oct 2019Oct 2020Jan 2022Jan 2023Sep 2023Jul 2024
68 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2014 to Dec 2025; peak Sep 2023 (6).

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.

  1. 200718 (6%)
  2. 200818 (7%)
  3. 200911 (17%)
  4. 201025 (23%)
  5. 201132 (21%)
  6. 201234 (40%)
  7. 201368 (42%)
  8. 201412 (34%)
  9. 20151 (5%)
  10. 201657 (37%)
  11. 201718 (35%)
  12. 20189 (29%)
  13. 20190 (0%)
  14. 20200 (0%)

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.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.