Verdict
2010 Lincoln MKT: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2010 Lincoln MKT — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Not enough federal data to rank this one yet.
Complaint data for this model year is still being compiled. Steering leads the reports (43%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2010 vehicles, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
65
Reports to NHTSA, 2010
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
18
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Peer ranking not yet available for this model year.
Known issues
Steering issues lead owner complaints (43% of 65 reports), followed by unknown or other (11%).
+ 8 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 65 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11509097, ODI 11448564, ODI 11438446, ODI 11366986, ODI 11343938.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2010 Lincoln MKT 4-DR. w/SAB NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 17 | 23 | 19 |
| MKT AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 16 | 22 | 18 |
| MKT AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 16 | 22 | 18 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2010 Lincoln MKT: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2010 Lincoln MKT?
Owners filed 65 NHTSA complaints about the 2010 Lincoln MKT. Among the 10 model years of this MKT, that ranks #9 by complaint volume, where #1 has the fewest.
What are the most common problems on the 2010 Lincoln MKT?
The most-reported problem areas are Steering (43% of complaints) and unknown or other (11%).
How many recalls does the 2010 Lincoln MKT have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2010 Lincoln MKT as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Lincoln MKT get?
The EPA rates the 2010 Lincoln MKT between 18 and 19 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.