Body problems of the 2016 Lincoln MKX

Three problems related to body have been reported for the 2016 Lincoln MKX. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Lincoln MKX based on all problems reported for the 2016 MKX.

1 Body problem

Failure Date: 01/30/2023

Rear doors would not latch after being opened in 24° weather. This situation happened after the car was preheated outdoors and persisted throughout a 60 mile trip. Car had to be parked with the doors held shut using the seat belts to keep them closed. After returning during above freezing temperatures the door worked as it should. Children had to hold doors shut during trip.

2 Body problem

Failure Date: 08/03/2017

On or about August 2017, while driving I noticed exhaust fumes coming into interior of 2016 Lincoln Mkx SUV which smelled bad and made eyes water. Took car to dealership for the problem: 1. They found that rear weld seams behind left and right tail lights were cracked and also weld seams below left and right tail lights were cracked. 2. Rubber grommet was missing (hole) behind left tail light, rear air vent on right side behind tail light was not working. 3. Dealer sealed weld seams on both sides, (lt & rt) installed black tape over grommet hole with sealant and replaced right rear vent. 4. Then pressure tested interior for leaks.

3 Body problem

Failure Date: 06/06/2016

1. ) front bumper cover developed a bulge (came a loose) June 2016 on right front side because the bumper tabs are too thin or flimsy and will not hold bumper cover underneath the headlight assembly properly. This is a manufacturing defect by the Lincoln motor company and they have failed to repair my car bumper for one whole year. The car dealership they sent me to cannot fix this bumper because it is a manufacturing defect, they actually make the bulge on bumper worse. Lincoln knows the bumper cover is defective and has failed to come up with a fix that will last. This is poor workmanship by Lincoln. Car was stationary in my driveway. I want Lincoln to fix my car properly or give me another car of equal value. 2. ) both left and right front door exterior bottom black plastic door panels with chrome inserts have come loose and shake when opening or closing doors. This is poor workmanship by Lincoln. Car was stationary and in my driveway.


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