Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Lincoln MKX vehicles equipped with 3
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the battery harness clips and elbow guide, and install a wire channel shield and protective sleeve to the battery cable harness, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on December 2, 2019. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available, currently expected to be the end of April 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S41.
What owners are reporting
3 most recent
electrical
· filed 08/11/2020
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Lincoln mkx. The contact received NHTSA campaign number: 17v226000 (electrical system). The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to mac haik jackson Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 5395 interstate 55 north frontage rd, jackson, ms 39206 (844) 332-1864 who stated the remedy parts were not available.…
electrical
· filed 08/02/2020
Recall notice 19s41. Received notification on 5/2/2020 that parts are available. Contacted local dealership, felix sabates Lincoln, on 5/5/2020 to schedule recall. Was told at the time, they had to order the part for recall and it will be approximately 2-3 weeks. On 6/2/2020, I made another call asking for update on recall parts.was told that part has not arrived and it will be another 2 weeks.…
electrical
· filed 07/29/2024
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Battery drain How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? stranded due to battery failure Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? No Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or…
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2017 Lincoln MKX?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 11 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?
Based on the 11 complaints filed, electrical issues most often appear around 42,333 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 $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?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
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/2017/Lincoln/MKX.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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