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2015 Lincoln MKC vs 2016 Lincoln MKC

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.

Metric2015 Lincoln MKC2016 Lincoln MKC
NHTSA complaints13077
Recall campaigns125
Service bulletins (TSBs)151165
Investigations31
Crash reports71
Fire reports17
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–2321–23
Median reported mileage49,000 mi70,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLincoln MKCLincoln MKC
Engine3341
Electrical System2310
Power Train1811
Back Over Prevention154
Fuel/propulsion System123
Steering54
Structure62
Exterior Lighting53

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling120
Check engine light815
Won’t start50
Overheating09
Misfire / rough idle05

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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.