2011 Lincoln MKT
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Steering
Steering leads by volume: 11 of 19 complaints (58%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 65 in 2010 to 19 in 2011.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | vs. 2011 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,300–3,450 | 3,300–3,900 | 3,100–3,450 | 2,700–3,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–19 | 16–19 | 18–20 | 18–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–17 / 22–23 | 14–17 / 20–23 | 16–17 / 22–24 | 16–20 / 22–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 468–494 | 468–555 | 444–494 | 384–481 | |
| Complaints filed | 65 | 19 | 27 | 69 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2011 Lincoln MKT have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2011 Lincoln MKT?
Steering: 11 of 19 NHTSA complaints (58%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Lincoln MKT get?
EPA rates it 16–19 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Lincoln MKT?
EPA estimates $3,300–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.7L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 17 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | $3,300 (low) | 468 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.7L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.7L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 555 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · Campaign 15V340000 · Jun 2, 2015
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine and 2013 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with any available engine. The affected vehicles have electric power steering assist systems that may shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault.
Consequence: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). If dealers find any loss of steering assist DTCs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge. If, no codes are found during the PSCM inspection, the PSCM software will be updated, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S18.