2013 Lincoln Mkx problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (55) · Electrical System (19) · Power Train (14)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
103 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 (63)
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 63 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-23 · Unknown Or Other“back up camera either turns upside down, goes blank and or stripped. you get one of the 3 options. …”
2026-07-11 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“back up camera don't work half the time or it is upside down and don't allow proper visibility to back up safely. have to rely on mirrors and windows to back up.…”
2026-06-08 · Power Train · 155,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 lincoln mkx. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal, with the transmission warning light illuminated. occasionally, the contact was forced to shut off the vehicle and wait a few moments before restarting, after which the vehicle resumed normal o…”
2026-04-26 · Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking“my rear veiw camera only works when it wants to. it is either upside down and no use for backing up or black screen with no working message. i see other years are being recalled for that same reason.…”
2026-02-25 · Unknown Or Other“1. rear diff is making grinding noise, front ptu is making a grinding noise and pinion seal is leaking, front axle throwing grease out inner boot. 2. car stopping in middle of travel. had a hard time getting it off the road. 3. the problem was confirmed by the dealership car was purchased from. 4. only inspected by dealership mechanic. 5. only b…”
2025-12-15 · Service Brakes“ brake failure. pedal drops, especially when abs is activated. dealer diagnosed abs control module and hcu hydraulic leak. parts for this are on back order per dealer leaving me with a dangerous driving situation or inability to use my vehicle. no warning lamp or message displays. the fact that the parts to fix a major safety item are not availabl…”
2025-11-18 · Back Over Prevention · 100,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 lincoln mkx. the contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera displayed a distorted image and an upside-down image. in addition, the contact stated that an error message was displayed. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. the dealer was made aware of the fail…”
2025-10-29 · Power Train“the contact owns a 2013 lincoln mkx. the contact stated that while driving at 45 mph and while attempting to make a right turn, the contact heard a grinding noise coming from the front of the vehicle on the front passenger’s side. an independent mechanic was contacted. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that th…”
2025-09-14 · Unknown Or Other“when shifted into reverse the screen for my lincoln mkx is upside down and occasionally lines blur seeing anything …”
2025-05-14 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 130,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 lincoln mkx. the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake pedal felt soft. the contact depressed the brake pedal to the floorboard while slowing the vehicle. the contact stated no warning light was illuminated. the contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, w…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.