Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2007 Lincoln MKX
The 2007 Lincoln MKX has a considerable number of airbag-related recalls and complaints. Potential buyers should be cautious, especially in regions with high humidity. Complaints also involve issues with the powertrain, fuel system, and engine, though documentation is less extensive for these components. Overall, inspect for these problems and confirm recall repairs.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Lincoln MKX has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 298 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21V158000 Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21E013000 Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V081000 Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V024000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V384000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V682000 Fuel Tank may Leak Due to Corrosion NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 154 complaints
- Power Train 35 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 32 complaints
- Engine 17 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 16 complaints
- Service Brakes 16 complaints
Of the 298 complaints on file, 14 report a crash and 8 a fire; across all 298 complaints, owners report 12 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag inflator explosion risk
How to check: Verify airbag recall repairs completed; inspect airbag for signs of wear.
Engine performance issues
How to check: Start engine cold and listen for any unusual noises.
Transmission shifting problems
How to check: Check transmission shifts smoothly during test drive.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Engine starts smoothly without unusual noises.
Red flag: Loud knocking or clicking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Smooth idle without fluctuating RPMs.
Red flag: Erratic idle or stalling
- 03
City acceleration
What to check: Transmission shifts smoothly without hesitation.
Red flag: Delayed or rough gear changes
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Stable acceleration without power loss.
Red flag: Loss of power or jerking
- 05
Braking
What to check: Brakes engage smoothly without noise.
Red flag: Grinding noise or vibration
- 06
Steering response
What to check: Quick and responsive steering without resistance.
Red flag: Stiff or unresponsive steering
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have all recalled airbags been replaced?
- Have there been any engine repairs?
- Has the transmission had any issues?
- Are there service records for regular maintenance?
- Were fuel system components ever repaired?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Proof of airbag recall fixes
- Service and maintenance records
- Title and registration papers
- Accident history report
- Transmission service records
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Lincoln MKX at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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