Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2011 Lincoln MKT
NHTSA data on file today
The 2011 Lincoln MKT has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 19 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #15V340000 Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Steering 11 complaints
- Engine 4 complaints
- Power Train 2 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 2 complaints
- Wheels 2 complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,500–$10,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2011 Lincoln MKT has notable steering issues, reflected in the recall and owner complaints. Other areas like the engine and power train also show minor concern, leading to a below-average reliability rating.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| steering system | 40,000–70,000 miles | $800–$1,200 | very common |
| engine | 60,000–90,000 miles | $1,500–$3,500 | occasional |
| power train | 70,000–100,000 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 change
- Brake fluid replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Coolant replacement
- Timing belt inspection
- Tire rotations
- Battery check
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Heavy steering effort
- Engine knocking sounds
- Delayed gear shifting
- Uneven tire wear
- Excessive brake noise
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2011 Lincoln MKT at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.