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Lincoln MKZ

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

1,794

Active records

Recalls

35

Active records

TSBs

480

Active records

Filing history

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Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

2

Injuries

65

Crashes

111

Fires

14

Top reported issues — Lincoln MKZ

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Operating state

298

Safety restraint issue

294

Condition issue

284

Braking behavior

271

Reporting mechanism

252

Driver assistance issue

143

Steering behavior

141

Fluid issue

128

Access/entry issue

118

Engine behavior

116

Thermal issue

67

Noise

65

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

52

Performance issue

49

Safety restraint behavior

47

Vibration/harshness

34

Lighting behavior

31

Electrical issue

30

Ride/handling behavior

23

Infotainment behavior

22

Powering on/off behavior

22

Recent change

20

Starting behavior

19

Smell

15

HVAC behavior

10

Electrified system issue

3

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2014 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed May 28, 2026


1 injured
Crash

The contact owned a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while idle at a stop sign, a nearby aggressive driver had lost control attempting to pass another nearby vehicle; however, lost control and T-boned the front Driver-side door. No warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the impact of the crash was approximately 40 MPH; however, the air bags did not deploy, but had deployed for the vehicle that caused the crash. Medical attention was sought for hip and neck…

2007 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed May 22, 2026


Under the following recall [XXX] Recall was performed in 2022 by Ford of Upland by replacing only the brake fluid. The problem resurfaced just as described in the recall a while back. I contacted Ford on 5/21 they contacted the dealer who refused to repair at no cost. Car is currently at independent respected shop who confirmed that the ABS pump/module is shot and is gummed up. Recall by ford of upland was not performed fully or wasn’t effective. Replacing the fluid only was not a fix. I…

2017 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed May 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH the brake warning light had illuminated and the brake pedal extended to the floor and the vehicle did not immediately stop while pressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was slowly driven to a nearby garage who diagnosed that the rear brake hoses had failed causing brake fluid leak from the vehicle and the brake master cylinder had also failed. The mechanic informed that both rear brake lines were…

2016 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed May 11, 2026


-The front bumper of the car is nearly coming off. This is attached by a bra covering the front bumper and if not on the whole front bumper would fall off. The tires/rims are also nearly run down and need to be replaced. -This is caused me great concern when transporting my children as a divorced father to and from the other party's premise. At every turn I believe the bumper may fall off or one of the tires. -UNKNOWN -UNKNOWN -This problem has been happening for at least a year, and I would…

2017 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed May 7, 2026


Greetings, I am adding my name to what has to be thousands of complaints about engine failure do to antifreeze intrusion. Ford should be replacing these engines for free. I also own a 2019 and waiting to have to spend another 8 grand on it.

2016 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed May 6, 2026


The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera would display a black screen whenever in reverse. The camera would fail the majority of the time when in reverse. The failure related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included. The dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The…

2015 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed May 1, 2026


My vehicle experienced a sudden Electric Power Steering (EPS) failure resulting in loss of steering assist. The dealer confirmed the EPS rack failed and stated this issue has occurred on other Ford vehicles. My VIN is not included in the existing EPS recall, but the symptoms and failure match the recalled vehicles exactly. The repair cost is approximately $5,400. This is a safety‑critical failure that occurred without warning and created a hazardous driving situation. I am requesting NHTSA…

2014 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Apr 28, 2026


Back up camera freezes or goes blacks in the middle of use. In the middle of backing up, it goes out or does not even turn on when put in reverse. When it doesnt come on, it has an error message or just goes black.

2019 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Apr 14, 2026


Technical Service Bulletin 19-2387 My vehicle has this defect which is an ongoing problem and at the time of this correspondence my vehicle has under 13,000 miles. Seepage around the perimeter of the oil pan which in time will result in a steady leak and in turn loosing enough oil will cause engine damage. Technicians refer to this as the oil pan sweating. As per the Technical Service Bulletin this problem exists on 2017 to 2019 Lincoln MKZ 3.0 which Ford installed a plastic oil pan on all new…

2017 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Apr 13, 2026


The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at speeds above 30 MPH, there was a rumbling sound and vibration coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who informed the contact that the transmission torque converter was inoperable and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V390000 (POWER TRAIN). The…

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.