2017 Lincoln MKC power train problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2017 Lincoln MKC — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The engine in my 2017 Lincoln MKC (2.0L EcoBoost) has a documented manufacturing defect where the cylinder block design allows coolant to leak into the combustion chambers. This has caused persistent, unexplained coolant loss and rough engine performance on cold starts since February 2025, matching…”
filed Mar 20, 2026
“After a repair/service visit at a national auto repair chain, my 2017 Lincoln MKC developed ongoing severe drivability and safety issues. The check engine light began flashing (active misfire), and the vehicle was unsafe for highway travel due to risk of loss of power/engine damage. Independent…”
filed Jan 27, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other MKC years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 MKC | 2 | 2% |
| 2018 MKC | 5 | 7% |
| 2016 MKC | 11 | 14% |
| 2015 MKC | 18 | 14% |
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.