2017 Lincoln MKX service brakes, hydraulic problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 2017 Lincoln MKX — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle veered to the right. Additionally, the vehicle shuddered while slowing down and while making a turn. The contact stated that while driving downhill and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle…”
filed Jun 23, 2026
“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the parts were not available for the recall repair. The contact then stated while driving at at speeds, the brake pedal had become soft and spongy…”
filed May 11, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluidCampaign 25V544000 · Aug 22, 2025
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other MKX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 MKX | 4 | 14% |
| 2016 MKX | 17 | 11% |
| 2013 MKX | 6 | 4% |
| 2012 MKX | 7 | 8% |
| 2011 MKX | 11 | 7% |
| 2010 MKX | 2 | 2% |
| 2009 MKX | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 MKX | 1 | 0% |
| 2007 MKX | 2 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 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.