I've had plenty of Lincoln in the bay over the years, and the fuel-system complaints on these don't surprise me. 50 on the NHTSA record across 10 model-year entries (2005–2022) is not a fluke. The 2007 Lincoln MKX is carrying most of the weight on this category — about 30% of every fuel-system complaint filed against Lincoln comes from that one truck. The pattern shows up across the lineup, but that year-model is where it concentrates. 2 crash reports on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Average shop fix runs about $1,200 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Check the fuel pump access cover for prior work. A vehicle on this list that already had a pump replacement is a vehicle to consider — the work is done.
Lincoln fuel system problems
50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Lincoln vehicles for fuel system issues. 1 active recall campaign. See fuel system across all makes →
Worst-affected Lincoln model-years for fuel system Top 10 by complaint volume
Active recalls — Lincoln fuel system 1 on file
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Focus vehicles manufactured May 1, 2014, to May 24, 2014, 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured on June 6, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to July 7, 2014
A reduction in fuel pressure may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Common questions
How many Lincoln fuel system complaints are on file with NHTSA?
50 complaints across 10 model-year entries from 2005 to 2022. 1 active recall campaigns cover fuel system issues across the Lincoln lineup.
Which Lincoln model has the most fuel system complaints?
The 2007 Lincoln MKX leads with 15 complaints in this category. Next: 2008 MKX (6) and 2005 Navigator (5).
What does it cost to fix Lincoln fuel system problems?
Independent shops average $1,200 for fuel system repairs across the Lincoln lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Lincoln fuel system recalls?
Yes — 1 active recall campaign covers fuel system on Lincoln vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.