2019 Lincoln MKT
Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 65 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 69 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 9 total reports mention: back over prevention.
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The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250509
The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the backover prevention camera did not function as intended.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250130
4 of 9 total reports mention: structure.
1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.
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Rear toe-link failure, and part is available. The failure occurred while I was driving, about 20 mph, heard a loud noise from the back of the vehicle. The vehicle swerved a bit but managed to regain control and come to a complete stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 20211017
1 of 9 total reports mentions: back over prevention.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables to verify that they are properly secured, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018.
Campaign 18V548000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years.
Campaign 25V695000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Flex, Fiesta, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 22, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated March 2027.
Campaign 24V951000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKT vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will repair the B-pillar trim, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 23, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026.
Campaign 25V827000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Lincoln MKT — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for back over prevention issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 24V951000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V827000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V548000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V695000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2019 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 2019 Lincoln MKT?
The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Lincoln MKT have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.