2017 Lincoln MKX Brakes Problems
Brakes account for 18 of 52 complaints (35%) on the 2017 Lincoln MKX, with median failure mileage of 70,000. Two recalls, 25V544000 and 20V469000, cover rupturing brake hoses that can leak fluid, and several owners report parts were unavailable for repair.
- Brakes complaints
- 18
- 35% of 52
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 70,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report brake fluid leaking from a rear brake line, requiring the brake pedal to be pushed to the floor before the vehicle slows.
- Some describe the brake pedal failing to respond at 30-40 MPH, forcing the driver to coast to a stop and use the parking brake.
- Multiple owners were notified of recall campaign 20V469000 for front brake hoses but reported the dealer had no replacement parts available.
- Other owners received notice of recall campaign 25V544000 for the rear brake jounce hose and were told parts were on back order at more than one dealership.
- One owner reported having to jump a curb at 40 mph to avoid a collision after a brake line failure, with the recall repair completed weeks later.
When 2017 Lincoln MKX brake complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 28, 2020, latest Jun 23, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2017 Lincoln MKX
- 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.
Brakes complaints by MKX model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Are there brake problems with the 2017 Lincoln MKX?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 18 brake-related complaints for the 2017 MKX, 35% of all complaints filed for that year, with a median failure mileage of 70,000.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Lincoln MKX?
- There are two: campaign 25V544000 covers a rear brake jounce hose that may rupture and leak fluid, and campaign 20V469000 covers front brake hoses that may rupture prematurely.
- Did the 2017 MKX brake issues cause crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data for this component shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.
- Were recall parts available for the 2017 MKX brake recalls?
- Several owners reported that replacement brake hoses or jounce hoses were on back order at their dealership when they tried to get the recall repair done.