Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkx. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor present outside of the vehicle. The contact stated that there was evidence of a fuel leak coming from the fuel tank. The vehicle was previously taken to beaman ford inc (1717 tennessee 46, dickson, tn 37055), where it was determined that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
2007 Lincoln MKX: fuel leak
16 of the 298 complaints about the 2007 Lincoln MKX describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 93,700
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
Fuel leak by model year
- 20121
- 20112
- 20091
- 200811
- 200716
What owners say
Our car was identified as ford/lincoln safety recall 14s22 involving corrosion of the fuel tank. South hills lincoln made a poor decision to treat tank with anti-corrosive in late september 2016 versus replace the fuel tank. Our fuel tank commenced leaking on 8/23 and is unsafe to drive. As dealer was paid by ford in 2016 ford has indicated that they are not going to pay dealer 2x for same recall. Work done is beyond 12 month warranty for recall repair. I have had to rent a car because my mkx is unsafe to drive leaking fuel. Tank is $2,770 plus labor. As recall has no expiration date, ford/south hills lincoln need to fix safety problem. Help!
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkx. While the vehicle was parked, a fuel odor emitted into the garage and around the vehicle. In addition, after filling up the fuel tank and driving within twenty miles, the tank was half full. The fuel odor and fuel leaks recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a leak in the fuel tank that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v682000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
I have a gas leak around my gas tank seal smell gas after every fill up and you can see gas on the tank when you look under car ford says that there is no recall I had a ford edge that did the same thing
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkx. While driving 35 MPH, the engine caught fire. The police were not notified. A passenger extinguished the fire. The contact and the other passengers were not injured. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was a fuel leak. The local mechanic repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 103,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkx. The contact stated that while parked, a strong odor of fuel emitted outside of the vehicle. Most recent, fuel leaked onto the ground continuously. The failure became progressively worse. The vehicle was inspected under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v682000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the dealer failed to perform a repair or replace the defective fuel tank as mentioned in the recall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel tank seams were corroded which caused the fuel to leak. The manufacturer declined to repair the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 03/16/16*lj
2/3/2015 I took my 2007 lincoln mkx in for gas tank recall. On november 25,2015 I picked my car up from the dealer. The dealer stated a new tank was installed. November 27th I filled my tank with gas and went approximately 15 miles before my car shut down while proceeding to stop at a red light. I turned the ignition and started the car and drove 1 mile further to my destination at a mall. My family exited the car and noticed a perfuse gas smell coming from the right side towards the rear. My husband looked under the car and noticed gas leaking. Either the recalled tank was not replaced by the dealer or the new tank is already leaking. The leak is coming from the seam of the fuel tank. While this is the short story it does not mention the all the damage occurred to my car by sitting for 10 months and being exposed to the harsh elements of the sun, rain, snow and the fact someone ran into it while in the dealers procession. My headlights are faded, paint faded, brakes squeal, dead battery and flat tires. Let's not forget it still leaks gas.
Have been smelling fuel for a couple of weeks outside the car. Found what appears to be a fuel leak coming from fuel tank. Called lincoln about the recall, they said it didn't affect my vehicle. I think it did, seeing how it has the same problem, and it's a salt/corrosion issue. I've lived in nebraska almost all my life, we use salt in the winter season. Regardless where it is built, I'm sure they are getting their parts from the same supplier. Lincoln is in the wrong, they should be taking care of the issue. This is a $2,000 repair that not everyone can afford to pay for. This is bs, and the last time I will buy a lincoln/ford product, if this is how they take care of their customers.
I purchased my 2007 lincoln mkx on 12/01/2014 on 12/13/2014 I filled my gas tank drove home I went inside for about 5 minutes when I came out to load my car for a trip I smelled a strong gas odor. Upon further inspection I found that my car had leaked gas all over my driveway. The leak was due to a recalled gas tank. Lincoln has since had my car. That was december this is march. I talked to lincoln this month and they are telling me my car will not be fixed until october. That will be 10 months im paying for a product I cannot use.
Fuel leak during maintenance inspection, dealership grounded car and did not return to me. Provided small rental car at lincoln expense. Awaiting part ever since, with no estimate of availability.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkx. The contact stated that the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v682000 (fuel system, gasoline) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was informed that the fuel tank was corroded and leaking fuel. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer informed that the part would not be available until october of 2015. The failure mileage was 90,000.
About 2 months ago, there began a strong smell of gasoline in my garage immediately after filling my gas tank. After this happening several other times, I had the car tested for a fuel leak. A smoke test was performed and no leak was found. Upon searching an answer to this problem, it has come to my attention that this is a common issue in lincoln mkx and ford edge SUV's made in 2007 and after. There are many in online forums who have been told the upper part ("neck") of the gas tank has corroded causing fuel to spray onto the chasis. This is also my experience, as I have been told the same thing by my mechanic. I believe this is a safety concern. The fumes after filling the tank is not tolerable and not safe. Whether or not this is a fire hazard, I can only speculate.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Lincoln MKX, and Ford Edge vehicles, manufactured June 15, 2006, to September 22, 2008, and originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Due to corrosion from salt water exposure such as from road salt use, the affected vehicles may leak fuel from the fuel tank seam weld under the tank mounting reinforcement brackets.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 12, 2014. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and either clean and treat the fuel tank with a corrosion preventative or replace the tank, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S22.
Recall number 14V682000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2007 Lincoln MKX fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 2007 Lincoln MKX?
16 of 298 owner complaints about the 2007 Lincoln MKX (5%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2007 Lincoln MKX?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2007 Lincoln MKX
Fuel smell 18Stalling 11Fire or smoke 8Check engine light 6Loss of power 6
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