The 2018 MKC uses the same 2.0L EcoBoost or 2.3L EcoBoost as the Ford Escape with the 6F35 6-speed automatic. It shares many of the Escapes weaknesses including potential coolant intrusion on early 2.0L blocks (though much less severe than 1.5L), 6F35 shudder, and SYNC infotainment bugs.
Shares major components with the Escape. The 2.0L EcoBoost is more durable than the 1.5L but the 6F35 is the same.
Same 6F35 as the Escape. Torque-converter shudder and harsh 1-2 shifts. TSB 18-2079 addresses with revised fluid.
View P0700 Diagnosis →Less severe than the 1.5L but coolant loss still occurs on some 2.0Ls. Often the water pump or thermostat housing.
View P0128 Diagnosis →Random reboots, Bluetooth drops. Software updates available.
Run free diagnosis →NHTSA recall 16V-617 covers door-latch issue shared with the Escape and Fusion.
Run free diagnosis →Liftgate motor and strut wear. Common across MKC and Escape.
Run free diagnosis →Front radar misalignment after minor parking taps. Recalibration required.
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Acceptable with maintenance records. Premium interior but the drivetrain is shared with the Escape.
Mid-pack. The 2.3L EcoBoost is the better engine choice in this body.
Plan $800-$1,100/year by year 5. Premium-grade tires add cost. Lifetime non-routine cost typically $4,000-$7,000 to 150K miles.
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If your 2018 Lincoln MKC is throwing a check engine light, these are the codes most often associated with the problems above. Click any code for full diagnosis steps and typical repair costs.
Average. Shares the Escapes 2.0L EcoBoost and 6F35 transmission, so it inherits those concerns.
6F35 transmission shudder and SYNC 3 infotainment glitches.
Far less than the 1.5L EcoBoost. Some 2.0Ls have coolant loss; class action mainly targeted the 1.5L.
With transmission service every 60K and routine maintenance, 180,000 miles.
The Corsair (replacement) shares more parts with the Escape but with a refined CX-5-like chassis. Either is acceptable.
Yes including door latches (16V-617) and several smaller campaigns. Check VIN at nhtsa.gov.