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2012 Lincoln MKX 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 |
|---|---|
| Power train | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 2, 201414V393000 | Power train: axle assembly axle shaftIf the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V393000
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Owner complaints by component84
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 33 | 39 |
| Electrical system | 17 | 20 |
| Power train | 11 | 13 |
| Structure | 10 | 12 |
| Engine | 8 | 10 |
| Hydraulic | 7 | 8 |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 8 |
| Air bags | 4 | 5 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 4 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. 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
- Service brakes
“Recalled master cylinder brake booster was repaired at the dealership under the recall approx 4 or 5 years ago. The same issue has began again.”
- Electrical system
“The camera change from vertical to horizontal, the camera shutdown while in motion.”
- Back over prevention
“The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera was reversed. The contact stated that the image was upside down and the camera was flickering.”
Other Lincoln MKX model years
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2012 Lincoln MKX recall questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Lincoln MKX have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2012 Lincoln MKX. The most recent, 14V393000 (reported July 2, 2014), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2012 Lincoln MKX?
Service brakes is the most-reported component, named in 33 complaints out of 84 filed with NHTSA (39%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2012 Lincoln MKX?
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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