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2017 Lincoln MKC vs 2019 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.

Metric2017 Lincoln MKC2019 Lincoln MKC
NHTSA complaints183109
Recall campaigns33
Service bulletins (TSBs)16499
Investigations00
Crash reports71
Fire reports22
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–2320–23
Median reported mileage63,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLincoln MKCLincoln MKC
Engine10582
Electrical System1912
Back Over Prevention207
Engine and Engine Cooling203
Power Train102
Fuel/propulsion System32
Service Brakes32
Wheels32

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light4116
Misfire / rough idle3417
Overheating3220
Vibration / shaking109
Loss of power70
Stalling60
Won’t start60

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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.