Lincoln MKC years to avoid and best years
Newer Lincoln MKC years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2015 has the most complaints per year, at 7 (131 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2018 at 2 (from 74 complaints), 2019 at 2 (from 119 complaints), and 2016 at 2 (from 80 complaints). On the 2015 Lincoln MKC, 23 of 131 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
Lincoln MKC reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Lincoln MKC. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 → Fewest | 2 | 119 | 3 | Engine | 21.5 |
| 2018 → Fewest | 2 | 74 | 4 | Engine | 21.5 |
| 2017 → | 5 | 190 | 3 | Engine | 21.8 |
| 2016 → Fewest | 2 | 80 | 5 | Engine | 22 |
| 2015 → Most | 7 | 131 | 12 | Engine | 22 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 5W-30 (2.0L and 2.3L turbo) · 5.7 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/50R18, 235/45R19, 245/45R19 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 23V-378 covers certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicles: the battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing an engine-compartment fire while parked or driving. Owners are advised to park outside; dealers add an in-line fuse to the sensor power circuit. Recall 25V-572 covers certain 2015-2019 MKC vehicles among other Ford/Lincoln models: the rearview camera may display an inverted, distorted, or blank image; dealers inspect and replace the camera as needed.
Frequently asked questions
Which Lincoln MKC years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2018 at 2 (from 74 complaints), 2019 at 2 (from 119 complaints), and 2016 at 2 (from 80 complaints).
Which Lincoln MKC year has the most owner complaints?
2015 has the most complaints per year, at 7 (131 complaints). On the 2015 Lincoln MKC, 23 of 131 complaints name Engine.
How do Lincoln MKC owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Lincoln MKC years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones.
What oil does a Lincoln MKC take?
5W-30 for the 2.0L and 2.3L turbo engines on the 2015-2019 generation.
What tire sizes does the MKC use?
235/50R18, 235/45R19, and 245/45R19 depending on trim.
What does recall 23V-378 cover on the MKC?
Certain 2015-2019 MKC vehicles: the battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing an engine-compartment fire while parked or driving. Owners are advised to park outside; dealers add an in-line fuse to the sensor power circuit.