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Lincoln MKZ

Data refreshed July 19, 2026

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Complaints

1,813

Active records

Recalls

35

Active records

TSBs

480

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

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

305

Safety restraint issue

294

Condition issue

291

Braking behavior

273

Reporting mechanism

255

Driver assistance issue

148

Steering behavior

141

Fluid issue

133

Engine behavior

123

Access/entry issue

119

Thermal issue

69

Noise

65

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

56

Performance issue

51

Safety restraint behavior

47

Vibration/harshness

34

Lighting behavior

32

Electrical issue

30

Infotainment behavior

23

Ride/handling behavior

23

Powering on/off behavior

22

Recent change

21

Starting behavior

21

Smell

15

HVAC behavior

10

Electrified system issue

3

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2016 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Jul 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the brake light had remained illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the vehicle was unoccupied. In addition, the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the gear shifter independently shifted out of park. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a failed brake pedal bumper stop. The contact was informed…

2015 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Jul 9, 2026


Rearview camera is displaying a distorted image and is sometimes black, with no image, when reversing. This happened for about a month until I paid for replacing the rearview camera. I want to be reimbursed but no parts are available for over 9 months and I can’t get a refund unless parts are available. This is way beyond a reasonable amount of time.

2019 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Jul 8, 2026


The shifter cable bushing was broken. Car would not move out of Park. Same as Recall 22543 but this vehicle was not included. I have sent this before with the repair order from the dealership but the mileage was incorrect on that form by the service adviser. I am enclosing the corrected mileage with the receipt

2018 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Jul 6, 2026


The engine light came on. The car suddenly wouldn’t go past 35 mph . Thankfully I was on a local road. I had it towed to the dealer and was told that the engine needed to be replaced because coolant leaked into the engine. There were no warning lights except the day of . The car did not give any indication of a leak. Nor was it running hot. Everything was functioning fine.

2019 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Jul 3, 2026


The shifter cable bushing was broken and car was stuck on Park

2015 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID

Filed Jul 1, 2026


Received Safety Recall Notice NHTSA 25V695 in October 2025. Lincoln has not been diligent in providing a timely remedy for replacing the rear view camera in my vehicle. Rear view cameras are not an item that should take 10 months to replace with a new component. NHTSA shouldn't allow car manufacturers to issue Safety related recalls that are not rectified with 120 days. An excuse of parts are not available is not acceptable when Lincoln is building new cars with this new rear view camera every…

2018 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Jul 1, 2026


Scanned codes P0741, P1450, P1744, & P2196. Hard starts after fuel refills.

2018 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Jul 1, 2026


Scanned codes P0741, P1450, P1744, & P2196. Check the transmission fluid level and condition. No fluid drained from hole, added a little fluid, and retrieved a sample of the fluid. The fluid is very dark. Identifix states, if the fluid smells or has the appearance of being black due to internal clutch slippage, the transmission should be replaced or overhauled. If the transmission fluid is in good condition and found to be at the proper level, monitor the Torque Converter Clutch actual slip…

2016 LINCOLN MKZ

Filed Jun 25, 2026


The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear passenger's side door independently unlatched and opened. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to close the door, the door failed to close or latch as intended. The contact stated that the contact's grandson was seated in the rear passenger's seat during the failure that occurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not…

2015 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID

Filed Jun 25, 2026


The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed black and white lines, and occasionally camera…

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Updated July 19, 2026. Refreshed nightly.