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 very loud explosion! Thank goodness I did not lose control of the car.
2014 lincoln MKT body problems
severe 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF SUDDENLY BROKE OFF WHEN DRIVING. NO CARS AHEAD OF ME, GLASS JUST EXPLODED LIKE MY CAR WAS GETTING SHOT. A LOUD BOOMM, WHEN STOPPED THE CAR TO LOOK AT IT, THE SIDES OF FRONT PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF WAS BROKEN ON THE BOTH SIDE AND ALL CRACKED IN BETWEEN. NOW, ONE DAY AFTER, ROOF HAS A BIG WHOLE IN THE MIDDLE. AFTER A RESEARCH ONLINE, THERE ARE MANY CASES LIKE MINE THAT HAVE HAPPENE…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2014 lincoln MKT?
It's a meaningful issue. 9 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,500.
At what mileage does the body 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 $1,500 for body 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 body?
No active recalls currently cover body 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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