The contact owns a 2015 lincoln mkc. The contact stated that an independent mechanic had replaced the battery and the alternator twice due to battery drainage failure; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the vehicle required to be jumpstarted regularly. Additionally, the contact stated that the passenger's side running light and side-view mirror light, and the tailgate release button were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair of nhtsa campaign number: 23v378000 (engine) was performed; however, the failure persisted, and the windshield wiper motors failed after the recall repair. The contact stated that the electric parking brake engaged intermittently while driving. The contact stated that the failure caused him to pull to the side of the road, to shut off and to jump-start the vehicle to continue driving. The dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
| VIN Pattern | 5LMCJ1A9*FU****** |
| Drive Type | 4x2 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) |
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA |
| Make | LINCOLN |
| Model | MKC |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| Series | LS |
| Body Class | Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) |
| Vehicle Type | MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV) |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line |
| Engine Manufacturer | Lincoln |
| Engine HP | 240 |
| Engine KW | 178.968 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 2000 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 122.047 |
| Other Engine Info | Ecoboost |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Brake System Type | Hydraulic |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Knee Air Bags | Driver Seat Only |
| Side Air Bag | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Plant City | LOUISVILLE |
| Plant State | KENTUCKY |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |