2012 Lincoln Mkx problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (25) · Power Train (10) · Structure:body (9)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
61 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft 2014-07-02 · campaign 14V393000 · 83,250 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move out
Risk: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
Service bulletins (56)
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 56 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-09-01 · Service Brakes“recalled master cylinder brake booster was repaired at the dealership under the recall approx 4 or 5 years ago. the same issue has began again. out of nowhere while braking, the pedal will become soft and press to the floor. during this time, the car will not slow down. this is resembling a defective part.…”
2025-08-29 · Electrical System“the camera change from vertical to horizontal, the camera shutdown while in motion.…”
2025-06-23 · Back Over Prevention · 185,000 mi“the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkx. the contact stated that the back over prevention camera was reversed. the contact stated that the image was upside down and the camera was flickering. there were no warning lights illuminated. the contact stated that the failure persisted. the contact believed that the failure was weather-related. the contact ca…”
2025-01-10 · Electrical System“backup camera faulty won’t connect just black screen…”
2024-05-30 · Service Brakes“what system failed: hydraulic control unit within the braking system. brake pedal and master cylinder in good working order. safety concern: vehicle failed to stop. peddle completely to the floor. accident avoided. problem reproduced or confirmed by service center: yes, at a cost of $1,699.00 inspected: yes. vehicle has low miles. odometer…”
2023-11-10 · Structure:body“driver side front door sensor says car door is open even when door is firmly shut. causes doors not to lock, interior and puddle lights remain on, drains battery, doors won't lock even with car in motion. severe rust problems under carriage air bag light remains on…”
2023-06-22 · Fuel/Propulsion System“entering i-294 express ramp, vehicle was not accelerating beyond 40mph. then as i entered highway it shut down completely. i coasted to the right shoulder. the dash displayed a "low oil pressure" alert. so i did not attempt to restart the car. when i had it towed home, i checked the oil level and it was full. nothing like this happened before. the …”
2023-06-12 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“i am having issues with my touch screen. my screen will go black every other week, for about a day and the the snyc will update. this time, it’s been over a week, and the screen is still black. i have tried changing fuses to no avail. also, the rear camera does not work. along with the blind spot warning or the rear cross traffic warning. how shoul…”
2023-01-19 · Service Brakes“while leaving out my driveway my brakes went straight to the floor before stopping. after i put the car in park and put my foot on the break again it was hard to push the brake pedal. i also hear air coming from the break pedal area. i had no warning and still do not have any warnings. i’ve noticed after reading a lot of reviews this seem to be a c…”
2023-01-04 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 130,000 mi“the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkx. the contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard without warning. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the brake master cylinder was replaced; however, the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was then diagnosed with a defective abs system; however…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.