TAKATA RECALL HAS NEVER BEEN TAKEN CARE OF INVOLVING AIRBAG INFLATORS.
2009 Lincoln MKX airbags problems
moderate 35 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100
Complaints
35
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,100
What owners are reporting 16 most recent
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 REPAIR. THE DEALER (FAIRWAY LINCOLN OF SAVANNAH, 10101 ABERCORN ST, SAVANNAH, GA 31406, (855) 304-4911) CONFIRMED THAT THE P…
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 SUED IF I SELL THE VEHICLE? IT HAS BEEN YEARS SINCE I WAS NOTIFIED I HAD A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE.
My car has a Recall for the AIRBAGS . The car started life in south Texas where it is hot and humid which makes the problem worse. My dealer hasn't complied with the RECALL, [XXX] , Stone Lake, WI [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V024000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR AND RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE OVER A YEAR AGO. THE DEALER (COCCIA FORD LINCOLN INC, 577 E MAIN ST, WILKES-BARRE, PA …
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V024000 (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 REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED RICE FORD-LINCOLN AT (574) 267-8151 (436 W 250 N, WARSAW, IN 46582) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT T…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. ISLAND LINCOLN-MERCURY, INC. (1850 EAST MERRITT ISLAND CAUSEWAY, MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA 32952, (321) 452-9220) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE RECALL AND STATED THAT THE …
TAKATA INFLATORS. I HAVE RECEIVED 2 NOTICES AND KEEP CALLING LITHIA FORD LINCOLN IN FRESNO, CA AND THEY KEEP TELLING ME THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS! WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO? THANK YOU.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED ARCENEAUX FORD AT (337) 364-9721 (LOCATED AT 1111 OLD HWY 90W, NEW IBERIA, LA 70560) AND WAS INFOR…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2009 Lincoln MKX?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 35 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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