Lincoln MKT problems
54 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 5 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln mkt. The contact stated that the vehicle did not start without warning and was towed to autonation Ford st. Petersburg (727-231-1323, located at 2525 34th st n, st. Petersburg, fl 33713). The dealer replaced the fuel pump electrical module.…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln mkt. While operating the vehicle, the radio climate temperature control panel randomly activated and erroneously change modes. The failure prevented the front windshield from being defrosted. The vehicle was taken to biener Ford in great neck…
November 21, 2021, while driving on the HWY at about 65 MPH, the forward panoramic moon roof exploded. Simply exploded. Not hit by anything - no cars or trucks in front of us. Thank goodness, we had the interior part closed, or it would have exploded all over us. This was a…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln mkt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the control arm failed causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. As a result of losing control of the vehicle, the passenger side of the vehicle sustained damage. The…
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Lincoln MKT reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 54 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Lincoln MKT is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2014 Lincoln MKT?
On the NHTSA data, the 2014 Lincoln MKT does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Lincoln MKT?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is visibility, with 10 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 41,664 miles. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The visibility is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 41,664 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Lincoln MKT 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 2014 Lincoln MKT?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 54 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $350, 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 are not always better value.