AI Damage2019 Lincoln MKT: common problems
Owners of the 2019 Lincoln MKT filed 18 complaints with NHTSA, most often about backover prevention and structure. The maker issued 25 service bulletins for this year. We found 5 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 18
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 25
- YouTube repair videos
- 5
What fails most often
- 1 Backover prevention 67% of all complaints
- 2 Structure 50% of all complaints
- 3 Exterior lighting 6% of all complaints
- 4 Suspension 6% of all complaints
- 5 Tires 6% of all complaints
- 6 Visibility 6% of all complaints
- Backover prevention: 12 complaints (67% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Structure: 9 complaints (50% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 2.
- Exterior lighting: 1 complaints (6% of all).
- Suspension: 1 complaints (6% of all).
- Tires: 1 complaints (6% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.5 L · petrol · turbo · 6 cyl
- 3.7 L · petrol · 6 cyl
- automatic, 6-speed
Drive: AWD, FWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 18 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backover prevention | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
While driving on an Oklahoma turnpike, the driver-side B-pillar trim applique broke loose from my vehicle, slammed into my rear window, and shattered it. Nearly all of the broken trim, with the exception of the small portion still attached to the electrical wiring, flew backward into oncoming traffic and toward other…
While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was driving abnormally rough. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that all four tires had cracks in the center tread. The contact stated that some of the cracks were excessive.
The windshield wiper vent screen had deteriorated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V827000 (Structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were on back order.
No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were on back order. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.
The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V827000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V827000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the passenger's side door B-pillar trim detached.
No sensor warnings on the dashboard or messages, but was hearing intermittent clunking noises coming from rear of vehicle for about 2 weeks before incident. Usually heard it when rolling over bumps.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 1,291 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (among the 39% least complained about).
On average one model year of the MKT has 10 complaints (4 years in the data). This year has 18, above average.
What to check before buying
- Backover prevention. Rear camera and parking sensors after a rear impact.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming
- NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD - Emissions Recall 25E08 – Supplement #1 Certain 2016 – 2019 Model Year Lincoln…
NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD - Emissions Recall 25E08 – Supplement #1 Certain 2016 – 2019 Model Year Lincoln MKT, 2016 Model Year MKS, and 2017 - 2020 Model Year Continental Vehicles with 3.7L Engines Powertrain Control…
- Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines…
Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Replacement If Required After Dealer Evaluation
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure
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- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal…
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- This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure
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- Some 2017-2018 Focus/MKX/C-MAX, 2017-2019 MKC/Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ/Continental, 2017-2022…
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- Some 2016-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a condition where the navigation…
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NHTSA lists 25 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
- 2019 Lincoln MKT | The Weird Luxury Station Wagon No One Cares Aboutamount per author: 250,000 UNSPECIFIED_DOLLAR
- Buy or Bye: 2010–2019 Lincoln MKT — 365 HP... and It Looks Like a Hearse!amount per author: 14,000 UNSPECIFIED_DOLLAR
- Replace electronic struts, disassemble and assemble, calibrate. 2013-2019 Lincoln MKT
- 2019 Lincoln mkt limousine no start
- 2019 Lincoln MKT Repair Manual Factory derived
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Lincoln MKT?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: backover prevention, structure, exterior lighting. Total complaints: 18. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: rear-view camera (11%), infotainment or screen glitches (11%), warning lights, check engine (11%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Lincoln MKT?
NHTSA lists 25 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Lincoln MKT from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2019 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.