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Lincoln MKX: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.

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MakeLincoln
ClassSmall SUV
Model years (US)2007–2018
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
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Generations and technical specifications

Lincoln MKX – Second generation2015–2018
Lincoln MKX – Second generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeU540
Production2015–2018
Model years2016–2018
PlatformFord CD4 platform
EnginesGasoline
2.7 L EcoBoost V6
3.7 L Cyclone V6
Transmissions6-speed 6F automatic
Wheelbase2,850 mm
Length4,826 mm
Width1,935 mm
Height1,681 mm
AssemblyCanada: Oakville, Ontario (Oakville Assembly)
China: Hangzhou, Zhejiang (Changan Ford)
DesignerAndrea di Buduo, John Caswell
Lincoln MKX – First generation2006–2015
Lincoln MKX – First generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeU388
Production2006–2015
Model years2007–2015
PlatformFord CD3 platform
EnginesGasoline
3.5 L Duratec 35 V6 engine (2007–2010)
3.7 L Duratec 37 V6 engine (2011–2015)
Transmissions6-speed 6F automatic
Wheelbase2,824 mm
Length4,737 mm
Width1,925 mm (2007–2010)
1,930 mm (2011–2015)
Height1,714 mm (2007)
1,709 mm (2008–2015)
Kerb weight1,914 kg (FWD)
2,005 kg (AWD)
AssemblyCanada: Oakville, Ontario (Oakville Assembly)
DesignerSid Ramnarace

Engines and transmissions

Model yearsEngineTransmissionDriveFuel
2016–20182.7 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2016–20182.7 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2011–20183.7 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2011–20183.7 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
20103.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2007–20103.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2007–20093.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFour-wheel or all-wheel drivePetrol (regular)

Fuel economy (EPA)

Model yearsConfigurationCombinedCityHighway
2016–20182.7 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive12.4 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km9.8 L/100 km
2016–20182.7 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive11.8 L/100 km13.1 L/100 km9.0–9.4 L/100 km
2011–20183.7 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive12.4 L/100 km13.8–14.7 L/100 km10.2 L/100 km
2011–20183.7 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive11.2–11.8 L/100 km12.4–13.8 L/100 km9.0–9.4 L/100 km
20103.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive12.4 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km10.2 L/100 km
2007–20103.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive11.8–12.4 L/100 km13.1–14.7 L/100 km9.4–10.2 L/100 km
2007–20093.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive13.1 L/100 km14.7–15.7 L/100 km10.7 L/100 km

Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.

Key specifications

Key specifications
SpecificationValue
EPA size classSmall SUV, SUV
Model years in EPA data2007–2018
PowertrainsPetrol
Engine displacement2.7–3.7 L
Cylinders6
Transmission typesAutomatic
DriveFront-wheel drive, All-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive
FuelPetrol (regular)
Configurations listed30
Forced inductionTurbocharged (on some versions)

Years and markets

Years and markets
SpecificationValue
Model years (US)2007–2018

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

ComponentComplaintsMost reported model years
Airbags4102007, 2008, 2010
Brakes2902012, 2013, 2016
Electrical system1782011, 2013, 2016
Engine and cooling1532007, 2011, 2016
Transmission and drivetrain1392007, 2008, 2013
Fuel and propulsion1052007, 2008, 2016
Body and structure622007, 2011, 2012
Speed control and cruise492007, 2008, 2013
Driver assistance322011, 2013, 2016
Lights312010, 2011, 2016

Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2007–2018: 1417 complaints, 52 with a crash and 20 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.

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