2011 Lincoln Mkx problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System (25) · Engine (15) · Service Brakes (14)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
104 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Electrical System:software 2011-02-24 · campaign 11V128000 · 8,022 vehicles
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FORD F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE, AND LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE INSPECTED USING INTEGRATED DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (IDS) THAT HAD A CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE TO READ THE SUSPECT BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) SERIAL NUMBER. BASED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER THE BCM WAS EITHER NOT AFFECTED OR REPLACED. THE CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE WAS NOT READING THE CORRECT SET OF CHARACTERS, AND WAS NO
Risk: IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Fix: DEALER WILL INSPECT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
Structure:body 2010-12-29 · campaign 10V659000 · 14,737 vehicles
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES. DURING A SIX-DAY PRODUCTION PERIOD, THE SUPPLIER OF THE BODY CONTROL MODULE MANUFACTURED MODULES THAT MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.
Risk: IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH CAN RESULT IN AN UNATTENDED VEHICLE FIRE.
Fix: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE BODY CONTROL MODULE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
Latches/Locks/Linkages:hatchback/Liftgate:lock 2010-10-27 · campaign 10V516000 · 71 vehicles
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2010, THROUGH OCTOBER 8, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH INCORRECTLY CONFIGURED ELECTRONIC MODULE SETTINGS THAT DISABLE THE LOCKING FUNCTION OF THE LIFTGATE. ACCORDINGLY, THE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS."
Risk: THE LIFTGATE LOCK MAY BE DISABLED AND THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO LOCK THE LIFTGATE USING INTERIOR LOCK SWITCHES OR REMOTE KEY FOB BUTTONS.
Fix: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL HAVE THE AFFECTED CONTROL MODULES UPDATED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
Service bulletins (51)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-02-24 · SSM 54601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2024-02-20 · 13N02 S3 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain 2010-2014 model year edge and mkx vehicles - extended warranty coverage on brake booster
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2023-11-27 · 13N02 S2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain 2010-2014 model year edge and mkx vehicles - extended warranty coverage on brake booster
Structure 2023-04-04 · SSM 51536 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
for 2000-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. it is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (vin) from a different vehicle. most modules on these affe
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:catalytic Convertor 2020-06-03 · DOR-M9J4S-07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
these skus are exhaust manifolds with catalytic converters. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of carb certification. these skus can no longer be sold as they do not meet carb standards, but parts on vehicles are not effected.
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:catalytic Convertor 2020-06-03 · DOR-M3J3F-07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
these skus are exhaust manifolds with catalytic converters. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of carb certification. these skus can no longer be sold as they do not meet carb standards, but parts on vehicles are not effected.
Showing the 6 most recent of 51 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-08-15 · Service Brakes“it’s been a 4 year battle. i received a bait and switch clone vehicle a frankenstein!! the vehicle and vin are clones. the vehicle was delivered in the dark after hours during a time i was sick. im also disabled. i had looked at the vehicle on the [xxx] website hyundai genesis lot then went and looked in person and test drove it. i was told it wa…”
2026-06-10 · Power Train“ptu failing and leaking fluid. needs replacement. ford stated it’s a lifetime fluid but the fluid fails due to sitting next to hot exhaust. the unit needs replacement at a cost of $3400. unit is currently being replaced. this can cause the ptu to fail, lock up, and implode taking the transmission with it. extremely expensive part to replace. thousa…”
2026-03-04 · Electrical System · 150,000 mi“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 contact's mother also experienced additional electrical …”
2025-12-17 · Service Brakes“ brake pedal went to the floor couldnt stop nearly crashed…”
2025-10-23 · Visibility/Wiper“my backup rearview camera blacked out one day. then it came back upside down. then one day it went back to a right-side up view. but then it is upside down again. it is extremely difficult to see anything now when i back up with the view being upside down. there is a recall 25s42 from april 2025 for something similar, but it includes a 2015 lincoln…”
2025-09-28 · Service Brakes · 💥 crash“i went to put brakes on and didn't have any brakes which created an accident. (9/27/25)…”
2025-07-08 · Back Over Prevention · 160,000 mi“the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkx. the contact stated that while shifted into reverse(r), the rearview camera image failed to display as intended. the contact stated that an unknown message was displayed on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, and the contact was informed to contact the local dealer for ass…”
2025-06-18 · Unknown Or Other“rear camera quits working or it works only upside down. the seatbelts are deteriorating. …”
2025-05-01 · Visibility/Wiper“my backup rearview camera blacked out one day. then it came back upside down. then one day it went back to a right-side up view. but then it is upside down again. it is extremely difficult to see anything now when i back up with the view being upside down. i talked to a mechanic and they said they see this issue frequently. there is a recall 2…”
2025-02-27 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“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 dealerships who say the same thing, that the part is no…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.