2018 Lincoln MKC problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
71 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
49,500 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2018 model year. Data snapshot: . 24 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 44 of 71 complaints (62.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and battery issues | 4 | 5.6% |
| Engine operation | 3 | 4.2% |
| Steering behavior | 2 | 2.8% |
| Braking behavior | 1 | 1.4% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 44 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
Engine: 44; Engine And Engine Cooling: 9; Power Train: 5; Unknown Or Other: 5; Back Over Prevention: 3; Electrical System: 2; Steering: 2; Wheels: 2
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 6 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 6 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 8 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 4 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 6; 25,000 to 49,999: 6; 50,000 to 74,999: 8; 75,000 to 99,999: 4; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (8). 47 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2025 | 25 |
| 2026 | 12 |
2018: 2; 2019: 3; 2021: 3; 2022: 6; 2023: 8; 2024: 12; 2025: 25; 2026: 12
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 4 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 3 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11386258 · 2021-01-03 (January 3, 2021)
REAR DECK DOOR DOES NOT FULLY CLOSE AND LOCK, CAUSING THE SYSTEM TO CONTINUALLY ATTEMPT TO CLOSE AND LOCK IT. CAUSING THE BATTERY TO BECOME FULLY DISCHARGED WHEN PARKED.
Owner-reported narrative. 20,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11386258 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11542613 · 2023-09-05 (September 5, 2023)
The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the battery warning light and other unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the dealer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was m…
Owner-reported narrative. 60,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11542613 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11618995 · 2024-10-09 (October 9, 2024)
I purchased the automobile on [XXX] with 44,175 miles. When the engine light came on recently, I took it to the Lincoln dealer here in Las Vegas, paid $205 for the computer to be assessed, and was told the problem was coolant leaking into the engine. They were not able to start any repairs at that time. I was not told what it would cost to repair or the time involved. I assumed it was an air conditioning problem. I drove it a few days and the engine light went off, only to come back on. I then took it to AAA ($177 for the diagnosis), reporting …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11618995 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11702721 · 2025-12-03 (December 3, 2025)
The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle revved and then the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The contact's brother was following the contact and assisted with traffic. The Sheriff’s Department assisted with traffic control. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle an…
Owner-reported narrative. 92,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11702721 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11658724 · 2025-05-04 (May 4, 2025)
1st Engine Failure Dec 2021 due to coolant intrusion and the long block engine needed to be replaced. After the repair I came to look at it & I found, Bolts were missing, including from the undercarriage, battery mount, & power steering reservoir, splash guard, inner wheel well shield. Tools (10mm Snap-on socket & unidentified loose bolts) were left inside the engine bay. The coolant hose came loose, which your team tried to charge $4,000 to fix, despite it being clearly related to poor installation of the engine. The engine mounts, normally last…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11658724 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11176421 · 2019-02-11 (February 11, 2019)
THE DEALER THAT SOLD ME MY VEHICLE GAVE ME THIS DEFECTIVE CAR WILE MY VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED FOR ISSUES. I WAS WITH MY WIFE AND STOPED TO BUY HONEY AT A STAND AT THE CORNER OF AN INTERSECTION IN DELRAY BEACH, I PARKED THE CAR AND LEFT THE CAR ON OPENED THE DOOR AND WENT OUT TO BUY HONEY, MY WIFE WAS ON THE PASSENGER AND ALSO CAME OUT , LEFT THE DOOR OPEN, WE WHERE ABOUT 7 MIN TALKING WITH THE GUY AT THE HONEY STAND WHEN ALL THE SUDEN THE CAR WAS COMING AT US, THANKFULLY THE THREE OF US WHERE NOT RUN OVER , I RAN AS FAST AS I COULD TO GET I…
Owner-reported narrative. 3,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11176421 at NHTSA ↗