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Lincoln MKZs for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the Lincoln MKZ problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Lincoln MKZ Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2012 | Lincoln MKZ | 59 MKZs, 7.8 months of data per MKZ, average 8000 miles13 |
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| 2011 | Lincoln MKZ | 61 MKZs, 9.4 months of data per MKZ, average 22200 miles17 |
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| 2010 | Lincoln MKZ | 137 MKZs, 9.6 months of data per MKZ, average 35900 miles Refreshed for this model year.38 |
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| 2009 | Lincoln MKZ | 35 MKZs, 10.3 months of data per MKZ, average 46100 miles20 |
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| 2008 | Lincoln MKZ | 59 MKZs, 9.4 months of data per MKZ, average 55000 miles28 |
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| 2007 | Lincoln MKZ | 61 MKZs, 9.8 months of data per MKZ, average 81000 miles36 |
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2012 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Lincoln MKZ in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 31000 | 0 | Rear view mirror fell off and was replaced with new |
2012 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Lincoln MKZ in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 11500 | 0 | Imperfection on dashboard. Ford refused to repair it under warranty. Dealer said they would attempt it via a detailer that works on interiors. he looked at it and stated he would only make it worse. Problem NOT RESOLVED |
| Mar | 2013 | 13000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Lincoln MKZ in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 1300 | 0 | Sirius Radio malfunctioned. It had to have a few new parts as the signal was not being picked up. |
| Apr | 2013 | 4000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Lincoln MKZ in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 10000 | 0 | Left LED taillight board burned out. Right LED taillight had incorrect LED pattern. Both light assemblies replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 11000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Lincoln MKZ in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 11000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 19000 | 0 | Sync system needed a master reboot. |
| Feb | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2011 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Lincoln MKZ in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | Engine control module had corrupt software. Engine light turned on. |
| Sep | 2012 | 22000 | 0 | Replaced ECM and related software. Dome lights stopped working. |
| Mar | 2013 | 28000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 19000 | 0 | It started sounding like it didn't want to start. 36 hrs later it was dead in my garage. Had it towed to dealer and they charged the battery ran diagnostic and said they are stumped. Tried to accuse me of leaving a light on or charger plugd The second time it was dead in my garage I took it in and told them to keep it. My lease was up in 9 days so I went and leased a GM. |
| Lincoln MKZ in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 0 | a/c clutch went out | |
| Mar | 2012 | 0 | a/c compressor clutch went out. | |
| Oct | 2012 | 44000 | 0 | Car was in dealer service department for the 3rd time with AC problems. This time instead of just replacing the clutch they replace the complete compressor. |
| Lincoln MKZ in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 17360 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 24180 | 190 | Rear pads and rotors replaced at 39.000km. right side pads were to the metal while the left side were about half life. Suspect caliper not working properly, I will check how they wear in the following months. |
| Mar | 2013 | 26040 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Lincoln MKZ in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 21000 | 0 | Replaced a few out taillight bulbs on one side of vehicle. |
| Oct | 2012 | 26000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 1000 | 0 | CEL, computer module reprogrammed. |
| Sep | 2011 | 11000 | 70 | The trip was entirely preventative maintenance (lube, oil change, safety inspection |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
| Lincoln MKZ in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 40000 | 0 | Driver's side interior door handle was damaged and preventing the car from automatically locking and had to be done manually. Replacement of the handle was covered under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
| Lincoln MKZ in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 1500 | 0 | Auto in three times for failure to start. Temperatures have been over 100 degrees,if that is a cause for the "crash." Trip to dealer shows no code. Also cycled thru check brakes in the information display, while the idiot lights blinked randomly. |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| Lincoln MKZ in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 13020 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 13640 | 0 | Buzz sound from under car, noticeable at low speed, rear driveshaft for AWD replaced. Plastic trim on windshield (on the drivers side)came loose during 1st carwash. Dealer reglued it down to the glass. |
| May | 2009 | 15500 | 0 | 6 CD changer would not eject a CD. Had a regular music CD in all six slots. |
| Jun | 2009 | 16740 | 0 | Dealer replaced CD changer in early June (took 2 weeks to arrive) - won't /can't give me my CDs. Sent defective unit off to special CD shop-in-the sky to do so. CDs are removed & send back to the dealer. I finally got my CDs back 3+ weeks after that. |
| Aug | 2010 | 25600 | 0 | cracked bezel covering on front passenger seat |
| Jan | 2013 | 46500 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Lincoln MKZ in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 29000 | 0 | replaced rear axle shaft assembly |
| Mar | 2013 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 12000 | 0 | Vehicle wouldn't start. Car did not have to be towed, but a tow truck did have to jump start the vehicle. The jump start was enough to get me to the dealership. At that point, the computer had to be reprogrammed / reset. |
| Dec | 2009 | 12000 | 10 | Tire pressure problem. Tire pressure was low. Pressure sensor was damaged. |
| Jul | 2010 | 13000 | 0 | Check engine light |
| Lincoln MKZ in Manitoba, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 3100 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 6820 | 0 | Valance around headlight switch came loose when you pulled on for fog lights. |
| Jun | 2009 | 13020 | 0 | Whine developed over last few months. Dealer initially uspected axle bearing. Replaced and found not to be cause. Dealer then found TSB and replaced centre axle (AWD) and this cured it. |
| Oct | 2009 | 16120 | 0 | Blew transmission. Dealer advised it was first one in Canada. Took 1 week to diagnose - Ford authorized R&R of complete transmission. 2 weeks to ship transmission (nearest one in Memphis) and a few days to R&R. Lincoln warranty covered rental car. |
| Jul | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
| Lincoln MKZ in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 8000 | 0 | Noticed some "flaking" of the chrome plating on the wheels of my car (two of the four). The Dealer replaced all four wheels under Warranty. |
| Jul | 2009 | 15000 | 0 | Erratic HVAC fan speed when using A/C on "AUTO" setting. Blower motor replaced under New Car Warranty. Defect in finish of the power mirror button on drivers door armrest. Was replaced under New Car Warranty. |
| Nov | 2010 | 23500 | 0 | Known issue of Aisin transmission valve body sometimes failing after 20,000 miles. Issue and repair covered in a TSB. Problem was verified by the Tech, parts were ordered and car repaired under Warranty and returned the next day. Small areas of chrome bubbling/flaking off the wheel finish of three wheels. Problem verified by the Tech, wheels ordered and I returned five days later for installation. Repair covered under original Warranty Finish of center console armrest exhibited unusual wear, especially for a low mileage vehicle. Tech verified issue, ordered part and I returned five days later for installation of new armrest. Covered under original Warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 44000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 38000 | 0 | Rear drive shaft rubbing, making noise. Was replaced and no charge to us. New Radio ordered - CD player malfunction |
| Mar | 2009 | 43000 | 0 | Repeat of previous problem with Drive Shaft Bearing. Hopefully this will not repeat again. |
| Nov | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Lincoln MKZ in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 30380 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 31000 | 0 | driveline noise; reported at last service tech found no problem this service advised dealer there was a tsb re this noise realigned rear driveshaft; problem solved; very disappointed with dealer stalling on noise problem |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Lincoln MKZ in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 0 | Transmission hard down shift. Reprograming of the computer done. | |
| Jul | 2009 | 17500 | 0 | Transmission hard down shift again. Replaced valve body in transmission. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Lincoln MKZ in Manitoba, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 11160 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 31000 | 0 | Front axels replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | 130200 | 300 | Left top tie rod replaced and a 4 wheel alignment. |
| Mar | 2013 | 136400 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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