There are no safety recalls for the 2010 Lincoln MKT, but owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA.
2010 Lincoln MKT problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 29 | |
| Engine | 11 | |
| Power Train | 8 | |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | |
| Structure | 6 | |
| Visibility | 4 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 4 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 4
- Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly — 1
- Steering › Column — 1
- Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
- Steering › Electric Power Assist System — 1
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
- Structure › Frame and Members — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 77,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2010 Lincoln MKT complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Steering · reported Feb 25, 2023
I was driving home from work thru a construction area and all of a sudden my power steering/collision warning came on and the signal with the slippery tire car symbol. My power steering went out i almost hit a concrete wall but was able to steer car in development off main road Power steering out and will not operate. Says no recalls on 2010 but online same issue with 2012 and has recall im lucky i was seriously hurt or killed. Shooken up in Florida
Structure · reported Nov 20, 2022
Front sub frame rusted out completely on drivers side, passenger side is fine. The frame could separate at any time which could cause you to loss control of car without warning. Took car to get lower control arm replaced and repair shop saw rust damage to sub frame and took pictures. Called Ford to tell them about issue, they are having a dealer inspect it on 11/25/2022.
Visibility · reported Aug 30, 2022
4th time in 12 years that the moonroof has broken and the side shields that hold each side in place need to be replaced. This is a recurrent issue at least with me on this vehicle causing my roof to stay open until fixed. Not sure if tis because the roof is so big or if its just faulty equipment/engineering. But I think every three years is a bit much
Power Train · reported Feb 8, 2022
There is an apparent transmission issue and, according to my research, it is somewhat common with this model vehicle. There is an intermittent problem with shift delay and/or "jumping" during acceleration from first gear. Often happens at stopped position at light and is dangerous if turning in front of oncoming traffic. I was hoping for a recall on this issue, but guess I'll have to take it to a repair shop at my expense. As for any warning lights.... about a month ago, the check engine light came on while we were traveling, but went away on its own by the time we got home a couple days…
Steering · reported Jan 23, 2022
I was driving the car and the power steering went completely out without warning and almost caused a serious collison. After researching the car I found that there were multile issues with the power steering modules on these vehicles, this car needs to be repaired by the manufacturer, this is a defect.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2010 Lincoln MKT have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2010 Lincoln MKT as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Lincoln MKT?
Owners report steering problems most often (29 reports), followed by engine (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 77,000 miles.
Are Lincoln recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lincoln dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.