2012 Lincoln MKX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MKX years
- Fewer complaints than other years 7th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Lincoln MKX. That ranks 7th out of 14 MKX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (26 complaints, 31%), typically at around 49,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
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- 84owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Lincoln MKX problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 26 | 31% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 17 | 20% | 89,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 11 | 13% | 65,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 10 | 12% | 57,060 | — | — |
| Engine | 8 | 10% | 46,700 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 8% | 137,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 8% | 57,340 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 4% | 147,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 4% | 21,300 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2% | 82,278 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 2% | 144,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | 58,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1% | 144,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | 15,200 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 1,100 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 65,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Lincoln MKX recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
Risk: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Recalled master cylinder brake booster was repaired at the dealership under the recall approx 4 or 5 years ago. The same issue has began again. Out of nowhere while braking, the pedal will become soft and press to the floor. During this time, the car will not slow down. This is resembling a…
The camera change from vertical to horizontal, the camera shutdown while in motion.
The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera was reversed. The contact stated that the image was upside down and the camera was flickering. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The contact believed…
Backup camera faulty wonât connect just black screen
brake booster
Other Lincoln MKX years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 MKX | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 MKX | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 MKX | 31 | 5 |
| 2017 MKX | 52 | 5 |
| 2016 MKX | 156 | 7 |
| 2015 MKX | 19 | 0 |
| 2014 MKX | 35 | 1 |
| 2013 MKX | 163 | 1 |
| 2012 | 84 | 1 |
| 2011 MKX | 149 | 3 |
| 2010 MKX | 111 | 6 |
| 2009 MKX | 66 | 6 |
| 2008 MKX | 253 | 6 |
| 2007 MKX | 298 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Lincoln MKX?
Owners most often report service brakes, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 26 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Lincoln MKX?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Lincoln MKX a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MKX model years, the 2012 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.