Lincoln MKX problems
0 safety recalls. 65 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL…
TAKATA RECALL. HAVE TRIED TO GET LINCOLN DEALERSHIP TO REPLACE THE AIRBAG AND THEY SAID NO PARTS ARE AVAILABLE TO THEM. I WANT TO SELL OR TRADE MY VEHICLE AND CAN NOT DUE TO POSSIBLE INJURY TO A PERSON. HOW DO I GET THE AIR BAG REPLACED SO I CAN MOVE ON WITH MY LIFE AND NOT GET…
SYNC RADIO. EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE, WITHOUT WARNING, THE RADIO WILL SUDDENLY EMIT AN EXTREMELY LOUD EXPLOSION NOISE, ENOUGH TO STARTLE YOU TO JERK THE WHEEL AND LEAVING YOUR EARS RINGING. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO US THREE TIMES SINCE OWNING THE VEHICLE. ONCE ON A LOCAL HIGHWAY AND…
I HEAR A HISSING NOISE WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE BRAKES FEEL SPONGY AND NOT VERY RESPONSIVE. GARAGE HAVE DIAGNOSED A LEAKING BRAKE BOOSTER. LINCOL RECALL 13N02 EXACTLY FITS THIS FAULT BUT IS ONLY BEING APPLIED TO 2010 - 2013 MODELS, MINE IS 2009. THIS RECALL…
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Common questions
Is the 2009 Lincoln MKX reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2009 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.
What's the most common problem on the 2009 Lincoln MKX?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 35 complaints filed. 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. 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 2009 Lincoln MKX?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 65 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 aren't always better value.