Noticed for the last year or two that the buttons on my air and best turn on without to touch any button and will not power off also the windows will fog while driving. If heat is on the buttons will dial to air conditioning which causes foggy windows while on busy interstate. Also noticed there are several complaints on the internet from others who experience similarities of what is call ghost …
2013 lincoln MKX electrical problems
moderate 28 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
28
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
Brake failure. Pedal drops, especially when ABS is activated. Dealer diagnosed ABS control module and HCU hydraulic leak. Parts for this are on back order per dealer leaving me with a dangerous driving situation or inability to use my vehicle. No warning lamp or message displays. The fact that the parts to fix a major safety item are not available is unacceptable.
WHEN THE AIR CONDITION IS ON IT IS COOL FOR A WHILE THEN THE HEAT IS ON AND WILL NOT GO BACK TO AIR CONDITION. SAME PROBLEM WITH THE HEAT IT IS WARM FOR A WHILE AND THEN THE AIR CONDITION COMES ON. ALSO, I HAVE HAD WARM AIR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AND COOL AIR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AT THE SAME TIME.
THE ELECTRONIC KEYS FOR THE CAR ARE WAY TOO SENSITIVE. THEY CAN BE IN A PURSE OR BACKPACK AND THE BUTTONS CAN BE PRESSED DOWN. THEY ARE ALSO EASILY PRESSED DOWN IF YOU HAVE THEM IN YOUR POCKET WITH ANOTHER ITEM. ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WE HAVE WALKED OUT TO OUR CAR AND HAD THE WINDOWS ALL DOWN, THE SUN ROOF OPEN AND OR THE TAILGATE UP. WE FREQUENTLY WILL SET OFF THE ALARM. ONE TIME IT HAD START…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2013 lincoln MKX?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 28 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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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