2010 Lincoln MKT
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 65
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Steering
None on file
None on file
45% of complaints
Complaints per year
2010: 65 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 65 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 70 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Steering
45% · 29 reportsMost commonly citing tie rod assembly and electric power assist system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Lincoln MKT. While driving approximately 25-35 MPH, the service power steering warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle became very difficult to steer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-08
Engine
17% · 11 reportsPower train
12% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 Lincoln MKT. While driving approximately 35 MPH he noticed that the vehicle was pulling to the right and he could feel vibrations throughout the entire vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-09-07
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Structure
9% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing body and frame and members.
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The incident occurred in a parking lot, in bright daylight at 4:05 pm. The Lincoln MKT was being driven on an errand to a shopping mall. The driver made a left turn, and stopped for another vehicle backing out of a parking spot.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-16
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Vehicle speed control
6% · 4 reportsSafety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010 Lincoln MKT — pre-purchase inspection
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- Steering: 29 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 8 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2010 Lincoln MKT reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lincoln MKT?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Lincoln MKT have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.