2016 Lincoln MKC vs 2017 Lincoln MKC
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Lincoln MKC | 2017 Lincoln MKC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 79 | 189 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 165 | 164 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 63,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKC | Lincoln MKC |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 41 | 109 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 21 |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | 20 |
| Power Train | 11 | 10 |
| Steering | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 15 | 43 |
| Overheating | 9 | 33 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 35 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 6 |
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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.