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2016 Lincoln MKC vs 2018 Lincoln MKC

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2016 Lincoln MKC2018 Lincoln MKC
NHTSA complaints7770
Recall campaigns54
Service bulletins (TSBs)165121
Investigations10
Crash reports13
Fire reports70
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–2320–23
Median reported incident mileage70,000 mi49,500 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLincoln MKCLincoln MKC
Engine4143
Power Train115
Engine and Engine Cooling79
Electrical System102
Back Over Prevention44
Steering42
Wheels24
Exterior Lighting30

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light1522
Overheating914
Misfire / rough idle518
Stalling06

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.