Lincoln MKX Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 229 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the Lincoln MKX across 12 model years. The 2013 model year has the most (60). The words owners use most often: “brake booster” (29% of reports).
- 229service brakes complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 15mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $1,700typical repair cost reported by owners
- 26%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Brake booster: mentioned in 66 of 229 complaints (29%)
- Master cylinder: mentioned in 18 of 229 complaints (8%)
- Pedal went: mentioned in 16 of 229 complaints (7%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes repair on the Lincoln MKX at $1,700, and half of them between $1,350 and $2,150.
Based on 11 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2014–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 127 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 229 complaints, 15 mention a crash, 5 an injury.
Lincoln MKX service brakes complaints by model year
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2016, 2017, 2018
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2016, 2017, 2018
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Risk: A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Unknown there were no incidents But the recall is almost 1 year old I received the notice September 2025 regarding a possible brake hose defect waiting almost 1 year for a Fix is Rediclous there had been no updates from Ford/Lincoln motor company brake issue should be taken more Seriously
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to immediately stop with the message âLow Brake Fluidâ displayed. Brake fluid was later added to the brake reservoir, and the vehicle was driven to the…
I have experienced this issue and it's been 9 months since the first issuance from Ford on this recall. I paid $523 to repair and this is insane since mechanic told me its an OME part so still going to possibly have same issue till recall is handled.
Itâs been a 4 year battle. I received a bait and switch clone vehicle A Frankenstein!! The vehicle and vin are clones. The vehicle was delivered in the dark after hours during a time I was sick. Im also disabled. I had looked at the vehicle on the [XXX] website Hyundai Genesis lot then went and…
It has been almost a year since this recall came out and there is not a remedy available. the manufacturer has failed to provide a remedy for it since it came out on August 25, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Do all Lincoln MKXs have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 229 owner complaints about service brakes for the Lincoln MKX. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Lincoln MKX service brakes?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the Lincoln MKX?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,700 (half paid between $1,350 and $2,150), from 11 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the Lincoln MKX?
The most frequent phrase is “brake booster”, in 66 of 229 complaints, followed by “master cylinder” (18).
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