2011 Lincoln MKX electrical system problems
41 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2011 Lincoln MKX — 28% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKX. The contact's mother stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights unexpectedly illuminated. The contact's mother noticed a burning odor coming from the vehicle and observed that the power outlets were extremely hot. The…”
filed Mar 4, 2026
“Body Control Module has developed an internal short that is causing safety systems not to work. It is also affecting the heating/ air conditioning, tire pressure monitoring system. This was recalled previously but the manufacturer wont do anything about it. I have had the vehicle at 2 separate…”
filed Feb 27, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Electrical SystemCampaign 11V128000 · Feb 24, 2011
Related service bulletins
Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated…
SSM 54601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 24, 2026
Electrical System problems in other MKX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 MKX | 4 | 14% |
| 2017 MKX | 13 | 25% |
| 2016 MKX | 27 | 18% |
| 2015 MKX | 5 | 26% |
| 2014 MKX | 5 | 14% |
| 2013 MKX | 30 | 18% |
| 2012 MKX | 17 | 20% |
| 2010 MKX | 3 | 3% |
| 2009 MKX | 7 | 11% |
| 2008 MKX | 11 | 4% |
| 2007 MKX | 14 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Lincoln MKX
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.