TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V072000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED DANA FORD (266 WEST SERVICE ROAD SUITE A, STATEN ISLAND, NY 10314; (718)303-2637) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASON…
2013 Lincoln MKT suspension problems
moderate 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$900
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM LINCOLN TO CARRY OUT SOME RECALLS THAT WERE NOT WELL REPAIRED AND, LIKE THE NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 20V072 CASE, WERE NOT REPAIRED. DOES LINCOLN MOTOR REALLY WANT TO HELP SOLVE ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION BY REPLACING DAMAGED LOW-QUALITY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS, OR IS ALL OF THIS FALSE JUST TO SHOW AUTHORITIES THAT THE COMPANY IS DOING SOMETHING? I WOULD NOT LIKE TO DISCOVER THE LI…
REPLACEMENT OF REAR TOW LINK; HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TIRES PREMATURELY EVEN AFTER MULTIPLE ALIGNMENTS. THERE IS A CURRENT RECALL ONLY RECEIVED A NOTICE BUT HAVE NOT BEEN ASKED TO BRING VEHICLE FOR REPAIR
Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2013 Lincoln MKT?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $900 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the suspension 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 $900 for suspension 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 suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension 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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