The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the heating and A/C units had increased to high levels. The defroster was fogging up the windshields. The driver had a limited visibility of the roadway. Additionally, the vehicle was running hot. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the contact was informed that the failure was …
2013 lincoln MKX engine problems
moderate 11 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
FOLLOW-UP TO NHTSA ID NUMBER: 11047965 AFTER FILING NHTSA COMPLAINT 11047965, TOOK CAR TO DEALER FOR INVESTIGATION. COMPUTER HAD RECORDED A CODE FOR THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR WHICH WAS THEN REPLACED. AFTER THE REPAIR, DROVE ABOUT 2 WEEKS AND 400 MILES (INCLUDING SEVERAL HOURS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS) WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. THEN ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT SPEED (70 MPH ON CRUISE CONTROL), THE ENGIN…
Vehicle randomly dies while driving. Can happen at anytime and at any speed. No warning at all. Does not leave a check engine light so no code is recorded. Very dangerous. Otherwise vehicle runs well but is too dangerous to drive. All steering, acceleration, brakes, etc. are lost when it dies. Will immediately start back up if in park or neutral and foot on the brake. Again - DANGEROUS! This has b…
AT NIGHT, WHILE AT SPEED (60 MPH) IN CENTER LANE OF A CROWDED HIGHWAY DURING EVENING COMMUTE, THE ENGINE STOPPED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF PROPULSION, POWER STEERING, AND POWER BRAKES. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE RIGHT SHOULDER WITHOUT COLLISION. WAS ABLE TO RESTART ENGINE NORMALLY AND PROCEED HOME (ABOUT AN HOUR) WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. NEXT DAY DID SOME LOW SPEED (5 MPH) TEST…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2013 lincoln MKX?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 11 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine 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 $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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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