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2016 Lincoln MKX repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (23%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 31 repairs.
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2016 Lincoln MKX repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (5%)

$100 - $499 (9%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Lincoln MKX 4dr SUV

turbocharged 335hp 2.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Lincoln MKX in Texas, United States
Feb 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2022

71000 mi

US $1500
Replaced faulty alternator 

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2016 Lincoln MKX 4dr SUV

turbocharged 335hp 2.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln MKX in Iowa, United States
Jan 2020 - Jun 2022
Mar 2020

44500 mi
Driver's seat was making very loud noise when adjusting. Dealer replaced driver's seat track. 
Apr 2021

52995 mi

US $180
Rear main seal was leaking, causing oil puddle on floor. Dealership replaced rear main seal. P144A code indicated via CEL. Dealership claimed it was due to bad spark plugs and replaced. Did not fix issue. 
Nov 2021

63000 mi

US $57
P144A code indicated via CEL. Replaced Purge Valve assembly with Dorman 994-073. No codes since. 
Lincoln MKX in Maryland, United States
Jan 2020 - Apr 2022
Jan 2020

24000 mi
resurfaced 1 front rotor causing pulsation 
Lincoln MKX in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2017 - Jun 2018
Feb 2018

19220 mi
Trailer wiring harness rear connector had corroded due to a faulty cap. The dealer replaced the connector. 
Jun 2018

22940 mi
Shuddering when braking. Replaced front rotors and pads 
Lincoln MKX in Wisconsin, United States
Jul 2021 - Jun 2022
Aug 2021

65000 mi

US $280
Replace front passenger side door speaker 
May 2022

89000 mi

US $980
replaced pass side rear hub assembly along with rear brakes and rotors 
Lincoln MKX in Montana, United States
Feb 2017 - Jun 2022
Mar 2018

10000 mi
TSB# SSM-45857 & NHTSA ID # 10081005. Brakes Grab. Replaced booster. 
Lincoln MKX in Manitoba, Canada
Feb 2016 - Jan 2022
Apr 2016

2790 mi
Repaired leaking oil pan gasket. 
May 2016

6076 mi
Repaired non-functional USB ports (2). 
Apr 2017

10223 mi
Brakes would not release on startup from full stop. Required reprogramming ABS module. 
May 2017

10365 mi
Flash TCU to correct problem with Modem. 
Sep 2017

11247 mi
Replaced trim on driver's side dash AC vent to correct vibration noise. Performed TSB to correct driver's side rear seat back not folding flat. 
Lincoln MKX in Wisconsin, United States
Feb 2016 - Dec 2017
Jul 2016

3000 mi
both rear windows would open by themselves and only close when the car was turned off and re-started. i was told a solenoid was the problem for one window and a pinched wire for another 
Aug 2017

25000 mi
Front bumper cover and rear tail light clips came loose. 
Lincoln MKX in Minnesota, United States
Feb 2017 - Jul 2018
Jul 2017

18000 mi
Liftgate closing issues, PATS keys not recognized by individual drivers, Moonroof Chatters when closing 
May 2018

29000 mi
Center Console door below radio not closing. Mechanism replaced. PATS keys not recognized by individual drivers. Might be operator programming issues! Moonroof Chatters when closing. Lubed & adjusted the panoramic roof tracks. Readjusted cargo area sunshade. Adjusted (and used foam per bulletin?) to eliminate sunshade rattle.  
Jul 2018

29000 mi
RF wheel bearing noise (replaced),  center rear center cup holder not popping our when pressed (replaced),  front cup holders not illuminating(not plugged in from previous repair),  Front 360 degree camera no pix (replaced, but turned out to be a wire chaffing issue at the camera to frame). 

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2016 Lincoln MKX 4dr SUV

303-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln MKX in Manitoba, Canada
Jul 2017 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017

11160 mi
Ignition module replaced under warranty 
May 2018

14260 mi
Transmission Position Sensor (Switch) faulty - vehicle was locked in Park position and required dealer tow for repair. Sensor (Switch) was replaced under warranty. 
Lincoln MKX in Pennsylvania, United States
Feb 2017 - Feb 2018
Dec 2017

11000 mi
rear cup holder non functionable 

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2016 Lincoln MKX Repair Histories

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