2018 Lincoln MKC vs 2019 Lincoln MKC
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Lincoln MKC | 2019 Lincoln MKC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 119 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 121 | 99 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,000 mi | 58,555 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKC | Lincoln MKC |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 45 | 89 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 12 |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | 7 |
| Power Train | 5 | 5 |
| Wheels | 4 | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 23 | 21 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 20 | 21 |
| Overheating | 14 | 24 |
| Stalling | 6 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
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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.