2013 Lincoln MKX electrical system problems
30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2013 Lincoln MKX — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Back up camera don't work half the time or it is upside down and don't allow proper visibility to back up safely. Have to rely on mirrors and windows to back up.”
filed Jul 11, 2026
“Brake failure. Pedal drops, especially when ABS is activated. Dealer diagnosed ABS control module and HCU hydraulic leak. Parts for this are on back order per dealer leaving me with a dangerous driving situation or inability to use my vehicle. No warning lamp or message displays. The fact that the…”
filed Dec 15, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated…
SSM 54601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 24, 2026Some 2012-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit an inoperative remote start with a 'Vehicle Failed To Start' message when using MyFord Mobile/Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile applications. The…
SSM 48858 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 29, 2020For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable…
SSM 48123 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 7, 2019
Electrical System problems in other MKX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 MKX | 4 | 14% |
| 2017 MKX | 13 | 25% |
| 2016 MKX | 27 | 18% |
| 2015 MKX | 5 | 26% |
| 2014 MKX | 5 | 14% |
| 2012 MKX | 17 | 20% |
| 2011 MKX | 41 | 28% |
| 2010 MKX | 3 | 3% |
| 2009 MKX | 7 | 11% |
| 2008 MKX | 11 | 4% |
| 2007 MKX | 14 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Lincoln MKX
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.