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2012 Lincoln MKX vs 2014 Lincoln MKX

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2012 Lincoln MKX2014 Lincoln MKX
NHTSA complaints8435
Recall campaigns11
Service bulletins (TSBs)5650
Investigations00
Crash reports22
Fire reports00
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)19–2119–21
Median reported incident mileage65,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLincoln MKXLincoln MKX
Service Brakes2610
Electrical System175
Power Train117
Engine87
Structure102
Service Brakes, Hydraulic70
Back Over Prevention32
Air Bags40

Symptoms owners describe

Brake problems60

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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.