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 vehicle was taken to dealer for diagnosis however details were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer…
2014 Lincoln MKT suspension problems
moderate 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900 · see suspension across all vehicles →
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$900
When does it fail?
Of the 4 suspension complaints filed for the 2014 Lincoln MKT, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA suspension complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 10 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln mkt. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v072000 (suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. West herr Ford Lincoln service (10 campbell blvd, getzville, ny 14068, (716) 688-5464) was contacted and…
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Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2014 Lincoln MKT?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 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?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, suspension issues most often appear around 53,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Lincoln/MKT.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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