2014 Lincoln MKX Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2014 Lincoln MKX ranks 11th of 14 model years with a complaint index of 23 and 35 complaints, earning a Best verdict relative to other MKX years. Brakes are the top problem area, with one recall covering a halfshaft retention issue.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 23/100
- #11 of 14 MKX years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 35
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 2
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 17.5 city / 24 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2014 Lincoln MKX problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes12 (34%)
- Engine8 (23%)
- Other7 (20%)
- Transmission & Powertrain7 (20%)
- Electrical System5 (14%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers3 (9%)
- Structure & Body2 (6%)
- HVAC1 (3%)
- Steering1 (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 the vehicle rolling away or rolling backward/forward unexpectedly while parked, sometimes without any warning, occasionally leading to a crash.
- Some drivers describe the engine shutting off suddenly at highway speed, in one case accompanied by loss of power steering.
- Several complaints mention the engine dying at low speed or during a turn, sometimes with a low oil pressure warning before the vehicle restarted on its own.
- One owner reported the panoramic roof glass shattering while driving under 30 mph.
- A driver described the shifter display showing conflicting park status messages along with a loss of acceleration.
2014 Lincoln MKX recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 14V393000Jul 2, 2014Transmission & Powertrain83,250 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
Risk: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
2014 Lincoln MKX fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17.5 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.
2014 compared with other MKX years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Lincoln MKX reliable?
- Compared to other MKX model years, 2014 ranks well. It has a complaint index of 23, the 11th worst (meaning 3rd best) out of 14 model years tracked, and carries a Best verdict.
- What problems does the 2014 Lincoln MKX have?
- NHTSA complaints for the 2014 MKX are led by brakes (34% of complaints), followed by engine issues (23%) and transmission/powertrain problems (20%). Median mileage at brake failure was 67,220 miles.
- Does the 2014 Lincoln MKX have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall, campaign 14V393000, covering the transmission/powertrain system for halfshaft retention concerns. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
- What year Lincoln MKX should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA data, 2007 and 2008 MKX years carry the highest complaint indexes (100 and 92) and Avoid verdicts, while 2014 and 2015 rank among the better years.
- How much does the 2014 Lincoln MKX cost to run in fuel?
- The EPA rates the 2014 MKX at 20 mpg combined (17.5 city / 24 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250.