2017 Lincoln MKX Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2017 Lincoln MKX ranks 9th of 14 model years with a complaint index of 38, earning a Good verdict relative to other MKX years. NHTSA lists 52 complaints and 5 recalls, with brakes as the top problem area (18 complaints, 35% share, median mileage 70,000).
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 38/100
- #9 of 14 MKX years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 52
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 19.5
- 17 city / 24.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2017 Lincoln MKX problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes18 (35%)
- Electrical System14 (27%)
- Engine7 (13%)
- Other6 (12%)
- Structure & Body3 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (6%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (6%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (4%)
- Seat Belts2 (4%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners describe the engine suddenly shutting down or dropping into neutral while driving at highway speed, leaving the vehicle to coast to the shoulder.
- Some reported the power steering cutting out at the same time the vehicle stalled, making steering difficult in traffic.
- A sunroof reportedly cracked on its own while driving at 55 mph without any impact.
- Owners waiting for the 19V809000 electrical recall repair said replacement parts were not available at multiple dealers for an extended period.
- A rotten-egg smell was reported entering the cabin during hard acceleration, which some linked to a rear seal issue.
2017 Lincoln MKX recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V544000Aug 22, 2025Brakes499,129 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
- NHTSA 20V469000Aug 10, 2020Brakes488,594 vehicles
Service brakes
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Risk: A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.
- NHTSA 20V414000Jul 17, 2020Structure & Body19,299 vehicles
Seats:front assembly:power adjust
Ford Motor Company, Inc. (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2019-2020 Nautilus vehicles equipped with 16-way electric tilt seats. The seat cushion frame edge may contact the wire harness when the seat occupant uses the tilt function of the seat, potentially damaging one or more wires within the harness, which can result in either inadvertent deployment of the air bag or nondeployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
Risk: An air bag that deploys inadvertently increases the risk of a crash. An air bag that does not deploy in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install protective flocking tape onto the exposed edge of the 16-way seat cushion frames, and inspect the wire harness for damage, and repair or replace it as needed, free of charge. This recall began August 12, 2020. Owners may contact Ford/Lincoln customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S37.
2017 Lincoln MKX fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17 MPG
- Highway
- 24.5 MPG
- Combined
- 19.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,325
- 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.
2017 compared with other MKX years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Lincoln MKX reliable?
- Among the 14 MKX model years with data, 2017 ranks 9th worst with a complaint index of 38 and a Good verdict, meaning it performs better than most other MKX years.
- What problems does the 2017 Lincoln MKX have?
- NHTSA complaints for the 2017 MKX are led by brakes (18 complaints, 35% share, median mileage 70,000) followed by electrical system issues (14 complaints, 27% share, median mileage 34,500).
- Does the 2017 Lincoln MKX have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2017 MKX, covering brake hoses, a seat cushion frame wire harness contact, an electrical short circuit risk, and a driver airbag inflation issue.
- What year Lincoln MKX should I avoid?
- Based on complaint index, 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2016 carry Avoid verdicts, while 2017 is rated Good relative to other MKX years.
- How many complaints does the 2017 Lincoln MKX have?
- NHTSA lists 52 complaints for the 2017 MKX, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.