2013 Lincoln MKX: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Dec 15, 2025 · Brakes, Electrical · WI

Brake failure. Pedal drops, especially when ABS is activated. Dealer diagnosed ABS control module and HCU hydraulic leak. Parts for this are on back order per dealer leaving me with a dangerous driving situation or inability to use my vehicle. No warning lamp or message displays. The fact that the parts to fix a major safety item are not available is unacceptable.

Filed Jul 10, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · 92,109 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated when the vehicle was started the "Service Brakes" warning light illuminated. The contact stated that several other unknown warning lights were illuminated when the vehicle was started several days later. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed who retrieved DTC code: U3000; 49-68. The dealer determined that the ABS module needed to be replaced; however, the parts to repair the vehicle were on a national backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,109.

Filed Mar 25, 2024 · Brakes · FL

Our car has been having issues with the breaks. At random times the break peddle gets very spongy and has to be pushed to the floor before the brakes will activate. The reduced break pressure has caused near crashes as the vehicle does not slow down when the breaks are pushed until the pedal is pushed to the floor. We took the car into a Lincoln dealership and they spent a day looking at the vehicle. The mechanic informed us that the vehicle has a faulty ABS pump and that the part needs to be replaced to remedy the brake issue. We were told by the Lincoln dealer that the part is on back order and that this part is known to fail on our year and model of car.

Filed Feb 12, 2024 · Brakes · SC · crash

We have had numerous failures in the braking system. This started with occasional spongy pedal issues that resulted in replacement of the brake booster. This started a two year long journey to repair brake issues. This has gone thru two of the most reputable auto mechanic shops in our area. We have gone thru three brake boosters, one master cylinder, and about to replace the second ABS hydraulic unit. The ABS hydraulic/module unit is the most frustrating because it is failing at such a rate the mechanics cannot get them new and we have had to use refurbished ones. This is a tremendous safety issue and we as consumers are working diligently to repair the issues... only to have erratic unsafe braking conditions. This is a huge lawsuit waiting to happen if Ford/Lincoln does not address the issues and research a solution.

Filed Oct 2, 2023 · Brakes · IN

Fault ABS module. Common complaint on this vehicle.

Filed Sep 23, 2023 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA

While driving on Sept 22 2023 I hit a pothole and immediately felt a change in the pressure in the gas pedal, upon braking I noticed a loss of pressure in the brake system. Vehicle was slow to respond to applicsation of brake pedal to where I had to move my seaty forward so that I could depress the pedal to the floor ( im 4'10" and could not apply the brake to the degree needed to stop my vehicle from the seat position I usually drive in). When pressing the brake pedal it felt as if it wanted to engage the ABS system but was not doing so and I would have to press the pedal to the floor which then would bring me to a jolting stop. I don't know how to explain it but there was also a differnce in the feeling of pressure when pushing on the gas pedal so whatever happened affected pressure in both the fuel and brake syatem foot pedals. I have not had the vehicle inspected as of writing this, nor have I reported it to Police as I did not experience a collisionbeing that it happened a short distance from my house abnd the vehicle has not been driven since the issue began yesterday morning Sept 22 2023.

Filed Sep 7, 2023 · Brakes · 126,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and attempting to decelerate, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard, but the vehicle failed to stop as needed. After pumping the brake pedal, the vehicle was able to come to a complete stop. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the brake master cylinder. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, who diagnosed an additional failure with the ABS. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 126,000.

Filed Sep 5, 2023 · Brakes · 199,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the brake pedal was firm, requiring added force to depress the brake pedal while attempting to stop the vehicle. The ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 199,000.

Filed Feb 10, 2023 · Brakes · MI

2013 lincoln mkx, consumer writes in regard to defective ABS hydraulic unit.

Filed Apr 24, 2021 · Brakes · AZ

When traveling down a bumpy road, I depressed the brake pedal just as I hit a rather large bump. The brake pedal suddenly went to the floor. From that point on, I had to pump the brake pedal several times just to get the brakes to activate and slow the vehicle down. This is a known issue with valves sticking in the anti-lock braking system on the fords and lincoln's. In order to be able to drive the vehicle, I had to remove the 40amp ABS pump fuse and the 10amp ABS module fuse. I now have perfect brake pedal pressure, but the ABS light and brake light are illuminated on my dash. This almost caused an accident. Luckily, I was traveling on a road with no traffic. This should be a recall, since the earlier versions of this vehicle were recalled for similar problems.

Filed Oct 29, 2020 · Brakes · 82,000 miles · PA

Continued braking problems, I replaced all 4 wheel calipers , rotors pads and cylinders approx. 1 year ago. I hit a bump and the brake pedal went almost to the floor. I changed the brake fluid and the ABS pump. The brake pedal is still mushy

Filed Jul 24, 2020 · Brakes · 90,700 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 lincoln mkx. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the brake booster and the ABS module failed. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving up his driveway. The contact stated that the failure was caused by a defect in the hydraulic control unit. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to ford of ocala inc (2816 nw pine ave, ocala, fl 34475), and was repaired under warranty. The warranty covered the ABS module but not the hydraulic control unit. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 90,700.