2013 Lincoln mkt problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2013 Lincoln mkt have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2013 Lincoln mkt. 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.

Q: What is the 2013 Lincoln mkt safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Lincoln mkt crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Q: How much is a 2013 Lincoln mkt worth?

Comparable 2013 Lincoln mkt listings run roughly $14,981–$31,400, typically around $24,774 (from 22 vehicles).

2013 Lincoln mkt at a glance

Safety recalls7

Owner complaints70

Typical price$24,774

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

2013 Lincoln mkt recalls 7

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #15V172000 · 24/03/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Lincoln MKT vehicles with a limousine or hearse preparation package, manufactured March 6, 2012, to March 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the vacuum pump relay may overheat due to an internal fault or contamination.

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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S10.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #16V621000 · 25/08/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L 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.

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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #15V812000 · 02/12/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.

Steering:electric Power Assist System NHTSA Campaign #15V340000 · 02/06/2015

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 ha…

Fix: 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 …

Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft NHTSA Campaign #14V393000 · 02/07/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip …

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners m…

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #13V227000 · 31/05/2013

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S04.

Suspension:rear NHTSA Campaign #20V072000 · 10/02/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.

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 …

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. 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.

2013 Lincoln mkt common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Visibility/wiper

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2013 Lincoln mkt safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Lincoln MKT SUV FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2013 Lincoln mkt worth?

Low

$14,981

Typical price

$24,774

High

$31,400

From 22 comparable 2013 Lincoln mkt listings.

2013 Lincoln mkt trims & engines on record

Trims

Base · awd v6 · Town Car (Livery)

Engines

3.5L 6-cyl 365 hp · 3.7L 6-cyl 303 hp

2013 Lincoln mkt vehicles on record

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Other Lincoln mkt model years

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2013 Lincoln mkt — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Lincoln mkt have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2013 Lincoln mkt. 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 2013 Lincoln mkt?

Across all 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, fuel/propulsion system, electrical system.

What is the 2013 Lincoln mkt safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Lincoln mkt crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

How much is a 2013 Lincoln mkt worth?

Comparable 2013 Lincoln mkt listings run roughly $14,981–$31,400, typically around $24,774 (from 22 vehicles).

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