2019 Lincoln MKT: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
16 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
102,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2019 model year. Data snapshot: . 8 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Back Over Prevention is the most frequently named component, appearing in 10 of 16 complaints (62.5%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 6.3% |
| Braking behavior | 1 | 6.3% |
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 |
|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 10 |
| Structure | 8 |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
Back Over Prevention: 10; Structure: 8; Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera: 1; Back Over Prevention: Warnings: 1; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights: 1; Suspension: 1; Unknown Or Other: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 3 |
| 150,000 and above | 1 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 3; 150,000 and above: 1
100,000 to 149,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 8 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 |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 11 |
2021: 1; 2025: 4; 2026: 11
Pattern summary
Back Over Prevention leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 1 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 1 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.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11437048 · 2021-10-17 (October 17, 2021)
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. Was not diagnosed by the dealership, but have determined,through TSB lookup, that this component has been a failure point across various Ford models including the MKT. No sensor warnings on the dashboard or messages, but was hearing intermittent clunking noises coming from rear of vehicle for about 2 weeks befor…
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Owner report 11639622 · 2025-01-30 (January 30, 2025)
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. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera displayed a black screen and an error message. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was …
Owner-reported narrative. 74,900 miles reported. Look up ODI 11639622 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11660024 · 2025-05-09 (May 9, 2025)
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. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but was unable to confirm when parts would be available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not …
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Owner report 11683837 · 2025-08-29 (August 29, 2025)
Backup Camera intermittent - VIN not in Safety Recall for Lincoln. It will be intermittent, then display message "Camera is unavailable"
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Owner report 11696277 · 2025-10-29 (October 29, 2025)
See attached letter for complaint
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Owner report 11708278 · 2026-01-02 (January 2, 2026)
The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V827000 (Structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera displayed a black image. The contact stated that upon shifting to drive(D), a message advising that the camera was unavailable was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the camera was reprogrammed; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was tak…
Owner-reported narrative. 119,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11708278 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11715596 · 2026-02-04 (February 4, 2026)
The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V951000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) and 25V827000 (STRUCTURE); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that a B-pillar trim had detached and fallen off the vehicle, a…
Owner-reported narrative. 85,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11715596 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11716789 · 2026-02-09 (February 9, 2026)
The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V827000 (Structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
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Recall history
4 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
18V548000 · Electrical System:Starter Assembly | Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Reported: 2018-08-20 (August 20, 2018)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
Consequence: An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S25.
NHTSA campaign record ↗24V951000 · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
Reported: 2024-12-20 (December 20, 2024)
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.
Consequence: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S75.
NHTSA campaign record ↗25V695000 · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
Reported: 2025-10-13 (October 13, 2025)
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. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
NHTSA campaign record ↗25V827000 · Structure:Body
Reported: 2025-12-01 (December 1, 2025)
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.
Consequence: Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 2, 2025.
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