2017 Lincoln MKC engine and engine cooling problems
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2017 Lincoln MKC — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle idled roughly, and there was white smoke coming out of the exhaust. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive coolant consumption, and the low coolant temperature warning light was…”
filed Jun 1, 2026
“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle sputtered with a misfire coming from the engine, with the check engine warning light flashing on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with…”
filed Mar 11, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has…
SSM 52335 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 6, 2024
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other MKC years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 MKC | 3 | 3% |
| 2018 MKC | 9 | 13% |
| 2016 MKC | 7 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Lincoln MKC
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.