2017 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2017 Jeep Wrangler | 2017 Lincoln MKC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 309 | 189 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 142 | 164 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 24,377 mi | 63,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Lincoln MKC |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 62 | 109 |
| Service Brakes | 75 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 45 | 20 |
| Power Train | 50 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 21 |
| Steering | 19 | 2 |
| Structure | 19 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 43 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 35 |
| Overheating | 0 | 33 |
2017 Jeep Wrangler
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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.