Sell your 2012 Lincoln MKX for cash

The 2012 Lincoln MKX is a SUV that came with a 3.7L 6-cyl engine. At 14 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2012 Lincoln MKX at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines3.7L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic (S6)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy17–19 city / 23–26 highway / 19–21 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,200–$3,550 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂423–468 grams per mile
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)4,272 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating5,361–5,528 lb
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations: MKX FWD, MKX AWD
Age14 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 14 years old, most of a 2012 MKX's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2012 MKX weighed 4,272 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 MKX. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the service brakes, typically around 49,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2012 Lincoln MKX recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2012 Lincoln MKX. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Power TrainJul 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V393000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12…

Risk: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the veh

Common 2012 MKX problems

Owners have filed 84 complaints about the 2012 Lincoln MKX with NHTSA. 2 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 3 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Service Brakes26
  • Electrical System17
  • Power Train11
  • Structure9
  • Engine8
  • Unknown or Other7

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Service Brakes49,000 mi
  • Electrical System89,000 mi
  • Power Train66,000 mi
  • Structure60,000 mi
  • Engine47,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other61,000 mi

2012 Lincoln MKX crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2012 Lincoln MKX, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
Suv, AWD★★★★☆★★★☆☆★★★★★★★★★☆14%
Suv, FWD★★★★☆★★★☆☆★★★★★★★★★☆15.9%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2012 Lincoln MKX service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 56 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2012 Lincoln MKX. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment7
  • Service Brakes7
  • Electrical System6
  • Electrical System4
  • Structure4
  • Engine3

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2026 · SSM 54601

    Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card cont

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2024 · 13N02 S3

    Certain 2010-2014 Model Year Edge and MKX Vehicles - Extended Warranty Coverage on Brake Booster

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2023 · 13N02 S2

    Certain 2010-2014 Model Year Edge and MKX Vehicles - Extended Warranty Coverage on Brake Booster

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2023 · SSM 51536

    For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommen

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 2012 MKX: questions

How much is a 2012 Lincoln MKX worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2012 MKX that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2012 MKXs that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2012 MKX with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Lincoln MKX; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2012 MKX?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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