Lincoln MKX problems
298 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Powertrain: 31 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 73,000–135,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.2/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Takata recall - I received notice from Ford recently informing me that, once again, Ford has missed a deadline and cannot project a completion date. According to their november 30, 2017 letter to your office of chief counsel, Ford has failed to meet their prior commitments to…
While driving between 35 to 60 the car is very noisy in Gear. checked all fluids and under carriage and it’s leaking oil from the ptu
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Lincoln mkx. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the ABS indicator illuminated randomly. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The contact spoke with the…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln mkx. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags). The dealer (velde Ford, 488 us-1, vero beach, fl 32962, 772-569-3400) was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available for the…
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Lincoln MKX reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 298 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Lincoln MKX is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Lincoln MKX?
The 2007 Lincoln MKX is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Powertrain: 31 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 73,000–135,000 mi; Reliability score 7.2/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Lincoln MKX?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 151 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 118,265 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 118,265 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Lincoln MKX has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Lincoln MKX?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 298 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.