2011 Lincoln MKT
Only 19 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 19 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
Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
11 of 19 total reports mention: steering.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKT. While driving 70 MPH, the power steering seized without warning and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-09
On 12/10/2018 at 5 pm I made a right turn to merge into traffic when my power steering failed mid turn.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-11
Engine
4 of 19 total reports mention: engine.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKT. While driving 50 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking noise coming from the driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle began to jerk and stalled without warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-09
Wheels
2 of 19 total reports mention: wheels.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 19 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Under moderate acceleration in cold weather, the vehicle hesitates continuously and repeatedly. 3 trips to dealer and a call to Ford to resolve issue. They replaced a fuel injector and problem went away.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-12
Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline
Power train
2 of 19 total reports mention: power train.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2015-07-21Steering15V340000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). If dealers find any loss of steering assist DTCs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge.
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Lincoln MKT — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V340000 · Steering
FAQ
- Is the 2011 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 2011 Lincoln MKT?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Lincoln MKT have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.