2019 Lincoln MKT recalls and problems

4 recalls and 18 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Lincoln MKT.

4
recalls
18
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Lincoln MKT recalls

Structure: body

NHTSA campaign 25V827000 · reported December 1, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 11,852 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKT vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.
The risk
Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will repair the B-pillar trim, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 23, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 2, 2025.

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 25V695000 · reported October 13, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 1,448,655 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
The risk
A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 24V951000 · reported December 20, 2024 · Ford Motor Company · 30,715 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Flex, Fiesta, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.
The risk
A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 22, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated March 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S75.

Electrical system: starter assembly · Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

NHTSA campaign 18V548000 · reported August 20, 2018 · Ford Motor Company · 87 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
The risk
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables to verify that they are properly secured, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S25.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 15, 2026 · Structure

ISubject: Urgent Safety Complaint – Delayed Recall Repair, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Driver-Side B-Pillar Trim Applique To Whom It May Concern: I am submitting this complaint regarding the prolonged failure to obtain a recall repair for my 2019 Lincoln MKT through Bill Knight Lincoln in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The circumstances…

Sep 30, 2026 · Tires · 103,937 miles

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT equipped with Nokian Tires, Tire Line: Nokian One HT, Tire Size: 255/45/R20, DOT Number: T431312. While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was driving abnormally rough. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware…

Aug 31, 2026 · Back over prevention

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V827000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…

Aug 20, 2026 · Back over prevention · 10,000 miles

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that the third brake light plastic enclosure was cracked and detached. The windshield wiper vent screen had deteriorated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V827000 (Structure); however, the parts to…

Aug 19, 2026 · Back over prevention · 120,000 miles

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera was inoperable 95 percent of the time. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts…

MKT model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2016 3900
2017 3400
2018 2700
2019 41800

Across all years, the 2013 MKT has the most complaints (70). All Lincoln MKT years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Lincoln MKT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2019 Lincoln MKT, the most recent reported on December 1, 2025 (Structure: body). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Lincoln MKT?
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is back over prevention (12 complaints), followed by structure (9).
How many 2019 Lincoln MKT complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 18 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 15, 2026.