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2017 LINCOLN MKT · 3 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
Component
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16V925000
16S46
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
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20V072000
20S04
SUSPENSION:REAR
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25V827000
25SD5
STRUCTURE:BODY
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The turbocharger in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps your engine breathe. In some 2016-2017 Ford Taurus, Flex, Explorer, and Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles with 3.5L engines, the oil supply tubes were not properly connected to the turbocharger.
Risk if Unfixed
If the oil supply tubes leak, oil could spill onto hot engine components and ignite, causing a fire. This could happen unexpectedly while you're driving, putting you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect the oil supply tubes and replace them if necessary, all at no cost to you. Schedule the inspection after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46.
Your vehicle's rear suspension is made up of several parts, including the toe links, which help keep the wheels properly aligned. In 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT, Ford Flex, and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack, these toe links can break under stress, causing problems with the suspension.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear toe link breaks, your vehicle's handling could suddenly change, making it harder to control. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially if you're driving at high speeds or on uneven roads.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty rear suspension toe links with new ones, free of charge. You'll receive a notification when the parts are available, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2020 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts become available, which is currently expected to be the end of September 2020. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Lincoln customer service at 1-800-521-4140. Ford's number for this recall is 20S04.
The B-pillar door trim is a metal piece that connects the roof to the side of your Lincoln MKT. In some 2016-2019 models, this trim could come loose and fall off while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If the B-pillar trim detaches while you're on the road, it could create a hazard on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Lincoln dealer will repair the B-pillar trim at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification letter, and once the repair is available, they'll contact you to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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 June 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.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2017 LINCOLN MKT?
The 2017 LINCOLN MKT has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 3 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2017 LINCOLN MKT have?
The 2017 LINCOLN MKT has 3 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2017 LINCOLN MKT?
The most severe recall for the 2017 LINCOLN MKT is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2017 LINCOLN MKT safe to drive?
This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER recall for the 2017 LINCOLN MKT? (Campaign #16V925000)
The turbocharger in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps your engine breathe. In some 2016-2017 Ford Taurus, Flex, Explorer, and Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles with 3.5L engines, the oil supply tubes were not properly connected to the turbocharger. If the oil supply tubes leak, oil could spill onto hot engine components and ignite, causing a fire. This could happen unexpectedly while you're driving, putting you and others at risk. Your Ford dealer will inspect the oil supply tubes and replace them if necessary, all at no cost to you. Schedule the inspection after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the SUSPENSION:REAR recall for the 2017 LINCOLN MKT? (Campaign #20V072000)
Your vehicle's rear suspension is made up of several parts, including the toe links, which help keep the wheels properly aligned. In 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT, Ford Flex, and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack, these toe links can break under stress, causing problems with the suspension. If the rear toe link breaks, your vehicle's handling could suddenly change, making it harder to control. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially if you're driving at high speeds or on uneven roads. Your dealer will replace the faulty rear suspension toe links with new ones, free of charge. You'll receive a notification when the parts are available, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2020 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the STRUCTURE:BODY recall for the 2017 LINCOLN MKT? (Campaign #25V827000)
The B-pillar door trim is a metal piece that connects the roof to the side of your Lincoln MKT. In some 2016-2019 models, this trim could come loose and fall off while driving. If the B-pillar trim detaches while you're on the road, it could create a hazard on the road, increasing the risk of a crash. Your Lincoln dealer will repair the B-pillar trim at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification letter, and once the repair is available, they'll contact you to schedule the fix.
