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2012 Lincoln MKT recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2012 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 2, 201515V340000 | Steering: electric power assist systemIf the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V340000
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Owner complaints by component27
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 19 | 70 |
| Engine | 2 | 7 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 7 |
| Power train | 2 | 7 |
| Structure | 2 | 7 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 7 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 4 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 4 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the message "Power Steering Assist Fault" was displayed, the Service Advancetrac warning light was illuminated, and the…”
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the power steering system failure warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to maneuver the steering wheel as needed.”
- Steering
“The car had a recall, and they worked on it. A few years later the power steering went out while driving and almost had an accident. They did not replace the steering gear they only worked on the steering module.”
Other Lincoln MKT model years
- 20163 recalls9 complaints
- 20156 recalls24 complaints
- 20144 recalls54 complaints
- 20138 recalls70 complaints
- 20121 recall27 complaints
- 20111 recall19 complaints
- 20100 recalls65 complaints
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2012 Lincoln MKT recall questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Lincoln MKT have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2012 Lincoln MKT. The most recent, 15V340000 (reported June 2, 2015), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2012 Lincoln MKT?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 19 complaints out of 27 filed with NHTSA (70%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2012 Lincoln MKT?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Lincoln recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lincoln dealer.
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