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2009 Lincoln MKX vs 2011 Lincoln MKX

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2009 Lincoln MKX2011 Lincoln MKX
NHTSA complaints65148
Recall campaigns63
Service bulletins (TSBs)2151
Investigations00
Crash reports06
Fire reports04
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)18–1919–21
Median reported mileage87,000 mi82,280 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLincoln MKXLincoln MKX
Electrical System741
Air Bags351
Service Brakes1017
Engine223
Power Train312
Structure213
Service Brakes, Hydraulic111
Exterior Lighting17

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling010
Brake problems07
Battery drain05

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.