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This 2016 Lincoln Mkc has 77 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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2016 Lincoln Mkc Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2016 Lincoln Mkc trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2016 Lincoln Mkc Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2016 Lincoln MKC SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
16.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
16.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2016 Lincoln Mkc has 77 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Minor Issues.
- Make
- Lincoln
- Model
- Mkc
- Model year
- 2016
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 77
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Minor Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 22
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 26
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2016 Lincoln Mkc problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Transmission / Drivetrain, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2016 Lincoln Mkc?
This LINCOLN MKC year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
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Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2016 Lincoln Mkc
Inspection Focus
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The LINCOLN MKC has 77 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. 1 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 5 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 77 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 5 federal recall campaigns
- 1 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2016 Lincoln Mkc complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Lincoln Mkc. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 48 | — | 5 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 11 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 9 | — | 2 | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Firerelated | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Lincoln Mkc. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
2.0 Ecoboost coolant intrusion in cylinder #4 issue with block defect. Ford Motor Company wont cover issue.
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact took the vehicle for a recall repair for notice received NHTSA Campaign Number 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The dealer advised the contact that they had to go through the radio to complete the recall repair but this would be…
My 2016 Lincoln MKC with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine experienced coolant intrusion into cylinder 3, leading to engine misfire and check engine light to turn on. The dealership confirmed the issue for $176.55 and recommended a full long block engine replacement, estimated at over $11,0…
I have Coolant intrusion in cylinder #2 91000 miles this should be a recall it's a problem that's well documented There's a recall for the back up camera hope the camera can see through the white smoke!
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the supercharger-A and the under boost needed to be replaced. The vehicle…
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera intermittently disp…
When driving you could smell fumes, it would jerk, and kick in and out of gear and would have no heat. Coolant was always low with no visible leaks to the mechanic.
Ford does not have the parts to repair my car; my rear camera gets fuzzy at times
I have a coolant leak and the dealership states that it's located in the engine.
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen or was glitchin…
As far as everybody did and shut down three times in a major intersections as far as to completely shut off or keep up with the camera activity and it seems to not be able to empower through the cabin or central part of the cabin where the computer is stored when I had my f******…
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle was shaking, and the check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The contact stated that her brother had replaced the spark plugs and ignition coils. The vehicle wa…
At 85,000 miles I was experiencing a grinding noise coming from my front end when making sharp turns to left or right. Took car to my mechanic immediately for diagnosis. They found the motor mounts and rear differential is binding and close to failure. My mechanic contacted FOMOC…
While driving a short distance to work, my 2016 MKC check engine light came on. The previous week I noticed that the engine hesitated slightly when it first started, but it drove normally. However, when the light came on, my husband took the vehicle to the dealership where we bou…
Engin light came on, was diagenosed as coolent leaking in spark plug , or Bad head gasket.
Was at the Drive-thru ordering speaker and the car would not shift out of park and could not manually be shifted into neutral so the car could be moved. Drive-thru ordering window was blocked for 16 hyrs. Had to have the car towed with dolly. Vehicle was inspected by independent…
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. Upon inspection, the contact discovered a low coolant level. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, who determined that the…
I purchased a 2016 Lincoln MKC 2.0 with 96k miles on it 2 months ago, and we just discovered a coolant leak into the first cylinder, causing a cracked head gasket. The engine needs to be replaced, and will cost $15k. Many other drivers have experienced this problem and reported i…
The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was heavy white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal, with the check engine warning light i…
We purchased the vehicle about a year and a half ago and about three months after we purchased it. The check engine light went on. We’ve had the vehicle into the dealership several times we’ve had the problem fixed supposedly twice we put in over $1000 in fixing it and now the ch…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Lincoln Mkc.
Safety recalls
2016 Lincoln Mkc recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 Lincoln Mkc. 5 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
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Questions
2016 Lincoln Mkc buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2016 Lincoln Mkc reliable?▾
Minor Issues. NHTSA currently shows 77 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. This LINCOLN MKC year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Lincoln Mkc?▾
#1: Engine Problems (48 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (11 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (10 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Lincoln Mkc?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Lincoln Mkc?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2016 Lincoln Mkc, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 7 fire reports out of 77 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Lincoln Mkc have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Lincoln Mkc. A major recall area is ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. 5 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2016 Lincoln Mkc?▾
This LINCOLN MKC year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
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