Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2010 Lincoln MKT
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2010 Lincoln MKT, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 65 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Steering 28 complaints
- Engine 11 complaints
- Power Train 8 complaints
- Unknown or Other 7 complaints
- Structure 6 complaints
- Electrical System 4 complaints
Of the 65 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash and 1 a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $9,000–$15,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2010 Lincoln MKT possesses an overall below-average reliability due to significant steering and engine issues. Frequent steering complaints suggest potential safety risks, while engine and powertrain defects may lead to costly repairs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| steering | 50,000–80,000 miles | $400–$800 | very common |
| engine | 70,000–100,000 miles | $1,500–$3,500 | common |
| power train | 80,000–110,000 miles | $1,200–$3,000 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Tire rotations
- Transmission fluid change
- Cabin air filter replacement
- Spark plug replacement
- Coolant system flush
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Steering wheel vibrations
- Engine misfires
- Transmission slipping
- Sudden power loss
- Warning lights on dashboard
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2010 Lincoln MKT at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.