2017 LINCOLN MKC Complaints

Vacuum pump, 2.3 ecoturbo charger not available for inspection. Dealer in ND replaced vacuum pump twice and car ran worse than when I brought it in so they then decided it was the turbocharger and replaced it. My check engine light and ABS light were on. Could not drive over 55 mph and was on highway when lost power and slowed way down significantly with traffic congested. Had to pull off to side. Thick Smoking from tailpipe they said oil got lnto the catalytic convertor it would eventually wear off and ok to drive. Took to different dealer and they replaced the vacuum pump again (this was the 3rd one)it has 73000 miles on it. I Drove for 20000 without trouble. Now I'm at dealership in TN and they are replacing the entire engine. Without any help from Lincoln and the car has 91000 miles on it

Transmission torque converter needs replacement i brought it to the dealer for inspection after feeling repeated hard shifts and feeling as though there is a severe vibration when accelerating. The dealer stated the torque converter needs to be replaced.

Check engine light on and after scan, code P0302 results. Engine feels sluggish. "Coolant level low" displayed on dash, also temperature level rose to high so stopped driving it. Engine temperature elevated may catch fire car. Problem is coolant entering cylinder. Confirmed by two independent mechanics, and today by Lincoln mechanic. Vehicle is at Lincoln service center. Check engine light appeared on dash a few days before the temperature elevation and coolant loss. Got code P0302 a few days before the coolant loss and temperature rise.

The engine failure in my 2017 Lincoln MKC was caused by coolant intrusion, a known design flaw affecting thousands of 2015-2019 models. This serious issue presents a severe safety risk to drivers and passengers. Symptoms Engine light illumination Shakiness and sputtering at startup Misfire on cylinder #3 Rapid coolant loss Intermittent engine light warnings Battery-like symptoms (vehicle not starting, clicking sounds) Violent shaking during 1 startup Diagnosis and Repair Attempts Replaced component for cylinder #3 misfire Installed new spark plugs Refilled coolant reservoir Battery checked and jumped Final diagnosis: Engine replacement required due to coolant intrusion Issue confirmed as a known design flaw in Lincoln MKC Safety Risks The coolant intrusion problem poses significant safety risks: Potential for sudden engine failure while driving, especially at high speeds Risk of losing control of the vehicle due to engine seizure Danger to occupants and other road users in case of unexpected breakdown Confirmation and Inspection The issue was reproduced and confirmed by both Monro Auto and the Lincoln dealership. The vehicle was inspected by the Lincoln dealership, which determined the need for a complete engine replacement The warranty company approved the engine replacement, acknowledging the severity of the problem Warning Signs Intermittent Check engine light illumination Occasional shaking and sputtering at startup Rapid coolant loss without visible leaks Intermittent starting issues resembling battery problems One episode of violent shaking at startup All of these symptoms appeared sporadically Manufacturer Responsibility Despite being aware of this design flaw and even developing a new engine to address the issue, Lincoln has not issued a recall. This lack of action raises serious concerns about the manufacturer's commitment to customer safety. The problem is widespread, as evidenced by numerous reports on Lincoln MKC forums, indicating a systemic iss

The battery sensor module is faulty. I have to go out every morning and jump start my car. I have replaced the battery twice withing 7 months so I know it's not the battery. When I took it to the dealer ford/lincoln dealer near me and asked about the sensor recall, they said that it was likely the cause. This way back in June and they still say the parts are on back order for over 7 months. I have full warranty on the vehicle and have to jump start it if it hasn't been drove withing 8-10 hours. Even let it run yesterday for 45 minutes so it would be okay this morning. Lights won't even come on. Had to manually unlock the doors with the key to even get the cars eat out of the car.

The coolant intrusion into cylinder #2 . Very well known problem with Ford EcoBoost engines. This car has the 2.0L engine and there hasnt been a recall on it yet. It becomes a safety concern when the problem gets bad enough to allow oil to leak , causing a engine fire. The problem was diagnosed by a Lincoln dealer. No, it was not inspected by the manufacturer but my dealer did communicate the issue to Ford. There were check engine lights because this causes a cylinder misfire as the coolant leaking into the cylinders is burned. We already had the problem repaired by replacing the engine long block assembly which cost $8176.93 .

The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving, a burning odor was detected as the vehicle lost power. Upon the contact's arrival at home, her fiancé called AAA service. Where upon inspection the AAA technician diagnosed the vehicle with a battery issue stating that the was about to explode. No warning lights were illuminated. The battery was replaced by the however the contact stated that the vehicle continued to have electrical problems. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however the VIN was not included. The manufacturer or dealer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

My car was vibrating and shifting weird. I recently repaired the brakes thinking that was the source of the vibration however the vibration escalated and the car shakes violently when stopped and jerk forward after releasing the brakes. My mechanic said this was a known issue with my model and pointed me to Customer Satisfaction Program 20N07. I spoke with Ford who indicated my VIN was not eligible for this CSP.

Coolant leaking into cylinders 2 and 3 needs engine block replacement causing smoke and misfire

We tried calling the dealers they stated they are not able to fix it and don't know whe. They will. The back up camera starts shutting off ,going black while reversing. Lights inside car while driving will shut off. It has been happening since 2022 recently 2 weeks ago