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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 2LMDU68C98BJ10448 · Checked Oct 23, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 13

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2LMDU68C98B•••••• 2008 Lincoln MKX

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240on the model
29builds in total
Most reported Air Bags 9 Power Train 2 Electrical System 2 Structure 1

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Air Bags Jun 2022
I sold this vehicle over three years ago to Enterprise Car Sales in Santa Clara, CA. I have responded to these recall statements without success. Please tell me what I need to do ??
Structure Mar 2021
Rear panoramic stationary glass (sunroof) shattered on its own, no impact from anything. Shattered in all 4 corners. Car was stationary in parking lot
Electrical System May 2017
The driver door ajar light continues to illuminate causing the alarm to go off when parked and locked. It will turn on consistently even while driving
Power Train Dec 2016
Engine started to miss and lost power had to pull off road immediately. Coil shorted out so badly mechanic said it could have caught fire! Date of trouble 12-26-15. After spending $1600 to replace all 6 coils per the TSB requirements and spark plugs etc still not working because…
Air Bags Oct 2018
I have received 2 letters about air bag recall, I have repeatedly called vaugh ford in oakdale louisiana to have my airbags replaced. I am told they can not get the placement airbags. I call every month and receive no satisfaction, I received a letter from the dmv of louisiana…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2LMDU68C98BJ10448 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.