2015 Lincoln Mkt: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Lincoln Mkt: 6 recalls, 24 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #15V172000 · 2015 · 1,549 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the vacuum pump relay May overheat due to an internal fault or contamination.
Why it matters: If the vacuum pump relay overheats, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vacuum pump relay with a new electro-mechanical relay, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #15V464000 · 2015 · 7,165 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a parking brake that May not fully engage when applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."
Why it matters: If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'park' while on a slope, the vehicle May roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the operation of the parking brake system, and if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015.
Child seat Vehicle recall #15V476000 · 2015 · 265 vehicles
What's wrong: The vehicles were intended to seat five passengers, but were delivered without the second row seating. Accordingly, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) no. 110. The vehicles also fail to comply with fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorages" since they were delivered without a tether anchorage at the front passenger seating position, and as is required…
Why it matters: The vehicles do not have the seats and restraints that they were intended to have. Unrestrained or improperly restrained occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and install second row seating if it is missing. The recall began on July 28, 2015.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #16V621000 · 2016 · 77,502 vehicles
What's wrong: 5l gtdi ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford taurus police interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (pem) May overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
Why it matters: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pem part number and replace the fuel pem, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016.
Suspension Vehicle recall #20V072000 · 2020 · 211,207 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear suspension toe links May fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
Why it matters: A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts become available, which is currently expected to be the…
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V695000 · 2025 · 1,448,655 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera May display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (9): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Backup camera (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): the most common themes are door / lock issues (2).
The 2015 Lincoln Mkt has 24 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 10 Mkt model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 30). Complaints peaked in 2025 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 38,783 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (54 complaints, 4 recalls), 2016 (9 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Lincoln Mkt have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Lincoln Mkt. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Lincoln Mkt problems?
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (9), backup camera (6), body & structure (5).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Lincoln Mkt get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.7 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Lincoln Mkt repair manual?
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