2017 Lincoln Mkc Safety Report
2017 Lincoln MKC Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 Lincoln Mkc. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (163) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 9 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine | Compare engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2018 | Compare against the 2018 Lincoln Mkc with 63 complaints and 4 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2015 | Check the 2015 Lincoln Mkc before buying across this generation. |
Lincoln Mkc Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Lincoln Mkc years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Lincoln Mkc | 63 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Lincoln Mkc | 72 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Lincoln Mkc | 96 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Lincoln Mkc | 126 | 12 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2017 Lincoln Mkc Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 Lincoln Mkc, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Engine
75 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Lincoln onlyEngine And Engine Cooling
14 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine And Engine Cooling issues Lincoln onlyBack Over Prevention
9 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Back Over Prevention issues Lincoln onlyElectrical System
9 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Lincoln onlyUnknown Or Other
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Lincoln onlyUnknown Or Other,Engine
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other,Engine issues Lincoln onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc
Reliability Score
The 2017 Lincoln Mkc receives a reliability score of 7 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Coolant Leakage A known defect in the 2017 Lincoln MKC's engine design allows coolant to leak into the cylinder block, leading to misfires and engine failure. This issue has been documented in multiple recalls. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Battery Drain Electrical system issues, including battery drain, can cause safety modules to malfunction, posing a risk. This has been a recurring issue in the 2017 Lincoln MKC. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2017 Lincoln Mkc:
Engine issues are the most common problem, affecting 23% of vehicles.
Electrical system issues are the second most common problem, affecting 14% of vehicles.
Back over prevention systems have been a concern, affecting 9% of vehicles.
Power train issues are less common, affecting 5% of vehicles.
Recall Details for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc by NHTSA:
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Consequence: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for thi...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identificatio...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicles. The battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving.
Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will add an in-line fuse to the battery monitor sensor power circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S28.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Lincoln Mkc with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes.
The engine in my 2017 Lincoln MKC (2.0L EcoBoost) has a documented manufacturing defect where the cylinder block design allows coolant to leak into the combustion chambers. This has caused persistent, unexplained coolant loss and rough engine performance on cold starts since February 2025, matching the diagnostic criteria in Ford TSB 19-2346. The defective engine assembly is available for inspecti...
Related to previous recall [XXX] I had the recall repair done. But my car with only 86,744 miles now has coolant in cylinder 3 and it's misfiring so badly the car shouldn't/can't be driven. Dealership says the entire engine needs to be replaced. I have NEVER had a car this low of mileage that an entire engine needed replacement. This is a design flaw in the 2.0 ecoboost and I now have a probably...
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle sputtered with a misfire coming from the engine, with the check engine warning light flashing on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion in cylinder #3, which caused the engine failure. The contact was informed that the engi...
Head gasket leaked coolant into the engine and now the engine is not working and needs replaced.
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. 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. The contact had not e...
See attached document for complaint. Joe Cooper Lincoln replaced our car's faulty backup camera on August 22, 2025, as documented in the attached copy. A few days later we received an email from Carfax saying that there was a recall for this defect. It did not seem fair to pay $566.91 for the repair since there was a recall. Joe Cooper Lincoln confirmed awareness of the recall but had not yet rec...
At approximately 64,000 miles my engine light came on and I took it to a shop. Cylinder 2 was misfiring so we changed the spark plugs and coils. At 67,000 miles light came on again with same issue and while having my oil changed they noted it was unusually dirty. I changed out plugs and coils again. At 72,000 miles light came on again and I took it to a different shop and learned I had a crack eng...
After a repair/service visit at a national auto repair chain, my 2017 Lincoln MKC developed ongoing severe drivability and safety issues. The check engine light began flashing (active misfire), and the vehicle was unsafe for highway travel due to risk of loss of power/engine damage. Independent shop documentation reports cylinder #4 misfire (P0304) and additional engine timing-related code(s), low...
My Lincoln MKC 2017 is having a recurring problem with a misfire in the 3rd cylinder due to a hood gasket, a crack in the coolant, and leaking on the sparks and coils. I have had my mechanic work on and look at it, and it is a manufacturing defect. When I called, there was no recall listed for my vehicle except the backup camera. However, when you look at Kelly Blue Book, it says there is more th...
The 2017 Lincoln MKC requires a full engine replacement due to a serious, well-documented defect: coolant intrusion. This is a major issue that can destroy critical engine components, including the head gasket, cylinders, and even the engine block. Ford/Lincoln is aware of this problem. They issued multiple TSBs (22-2133 and 22-2229, to name a few), yet customers are not informed. Because there is...
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The dealer was not contacted regarding the unrepaired recall. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the unrepaired recall. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Battery drain issues - causing faulty modules on driver side door which include the safety belts modules, rear lift gate as well as black panel screen. Poor engine performance and warning lights like the check engine light come on and off intermittently. I have replaced the battery several times and having various modules problems some have come up as air bags, and ABS brakes modules. Lincoln k...
Engine failure due to known coolant intrusion defect documented under Ford EcoBoost TSB guidance. Denied goodwill assistance despite defect being manufacturing-related.
The contact owned a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, when attempting to park the vehicle on a residential street, the vehicle heisted, and the vehicle independently accelerated into her cousin's house. The contact mentioned she depressed the brake pedal to stop; however, the vehicle did not respond as intended. No air bags deployed. The contact was able to drive t...
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to O’Reilly Auto Parts and was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinder #2. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinder #3. The dealer replaced the ignition coils and the spark plugs; however, the failure persisted. The vehic...
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (ENGINE) and 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that while the vehicle started, the interior lights and lights on the instrument panel failed to function as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The v...
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera was inoperable and the message "Camera Unavailable" was displayed. Occasionally, the rearview camera displayed a blue image. The local dealer w...
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part for the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the notification was received in September 2025; however, there was no indication when parts would be available. The manufacturer was made aware of the concern but provided no assistance. T...
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed lines. In addition, the contact stated that the rearview camera system failure was intermittent. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact disconnected the battery cables, and the back-over prevention system reset independently; however, the ...
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a transmission specialty shop and was diagnosed with torque converter failure, which caused transmission failure. The torque converter was replaced. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, days after the vehicle...
Showing 20 of 163 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Lincoln Mkc
Has the 2017 LINCOLN MKC been recalled?
Yes, the 2017 LINCOLN MKC has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2017 LINCOLN MKC have?
The 2017 LINCOLN MKC has 163 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 7 involved crashes. 2 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
The 2017 LINCOLN MKC received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 LINCOLN MKC involve engine (75 complaints), engine and engine cooling (14 complaints), back over prevention (9 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system, unknown or other, unknown or other,engine.
How many crash reports does the 2017 LINCOLN MKC have?
There are 7 crash reports associated with the 2017 LINCOLN MKC out of 163 total complaints (4.3% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 LINCOLN MKC have?
There are 2 fire reports for the 2017 LINCOLN MKC out of 163 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 LINCOLN MKC.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
2 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 LINCOLN MKC. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 LINCOLN MKC is acceptable with caveats. It has 163 complaints, 3 recalls, and a good (4/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 LINCOLN MKC are: 1. ENGINE (75 complaints), 2. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (14 complaints), 3. BACK OVER PREVENTION (9 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9 complaints), 5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (7 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 75 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
Be cautious of engine coolant leakage and electrical system issues, as these can affect safety and reliability. Consider a thorough inspection before purchasing. The 2017 LINCOLN MKC has 163 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).
How reliable is the 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
The 2017 LINCOLN MKC receives a reliability score of 7/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 163 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 9 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Engine Coolant Leakage and Battery Drain.
What are the known issues with the 2017 LINCOLN MKC?
Known issues with the 2017 LINCOLN MKC include: Engine Coolant Leakage, Battery Drain. These are based on patterns found across 163 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the common engine issues in the 2017 Lincoln MKC?
Engine coolant leakage and misfires are common, often due to a known defect in the design.
Are there any recalls related to the electrical system?
Yes, there have been recalls for battery drain issues affecting safety modules.
Can coolant leakage cause significant damage to the engine?
Yes, coolant intrusion can lead to engine failure and major repairs.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of engine coolant leakage and electrical system issues, as these can affect safety and reliability. Consider a thorough inspection before purchasing.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Lincoln Mkc
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Lincoln Mkc. The data includes 163 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 7 reported crashes, 2 fire incidents, 2 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2017 Lincoln Mkc an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16