Model year guide

2017 Lincoln MKC

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Lincoln MKC is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 18 on record.

2017 Lincoln MKC — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Lincoln MKC at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints178
Overall safety4 / 5 ★
Typical price$23,700

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Lincoln MKC recalls 3

Engine NHTSA Campaign #23V378000 · 26/05/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicles. The battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will add an in-line fuse to the battery monitor sensor power circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-…

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #25V572000 · 04/09/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for…

Equipment:electrical:engine Block Heater NHTSA Campaign #25V685000 · 10/10/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. In…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Lincoln MKC common problems

Owners have filed 178 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Lincoln MKC safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2017 Lincoln MKC worth?

Low
$17,295
Typical price
$23,700
High
$27,895

From 17 comparable 2017 Lincoln MKC listings.

2017 Lincoln MKC trims & engines on record

Trims
Reserve · Select · Premier
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 237 hp · 2.3L 4-cyl 275 hp

2017 Lincoln MKC vehicles on record

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Other Lincoln MKC model years

2019 2018 2016 2015

2017 Lincoln MKC — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Lincoln MKC have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Lincoln MKC. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lincoln MKC?

Owners have filed 178 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are back over prevention, engine, engine and engine cooling.

What is the 2017 Lincoln MKC safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2017 Lincoln MKC an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

How much is a 2017 Lincoln MKC worth?

Comparable 2017 Lincoln MKC listings run roughly $17,295–$27,895, typically around $23,700 (from 17 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.