Lincoln MKS problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 166 owner complaints and 11 recalls on file for the Lincoln MKS (2009–2016). The 2013 MKS has the most serious complaints, most often about steering.
- Complaints
- 166
- Recalls
- 11
- Model years
- 8
- Worst year
- 2013
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Lincoln MKS years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2013 Lincoln MKS — 79 complaints, 3 crashes; top problem: Steering
- 2014 Lincoln MKS — 26 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Steering
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2016 (1 complaints).
Every Lincoln MKS model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 MKS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2015 MKS | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | Engine |
| 2014 MKS | 26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Steering |
| 2013 MKS | 79 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7 | Steering |
| 2012 MKS | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | Steering |
| 2011 MKS | 18 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | Steering |
| 2010 MKS | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Steering |
| 2009 MKS | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | Engine |
Most common Lincoln MKS problem areas (all years)
- Steering80 complaints
- Electrical System30 complaints
- Engine22 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech18 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion18 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain12 complaints
- Airbags6 complaints
- Lighting5 complaints
- Suspension5 complaints
- Body & Structure5 complaints
Complaint trend
Lincoln MKS recalls
Risk: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Risk: If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Risk: If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
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 vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Risk: If the child lock is deactivated, the door could be unlocked and opened from the inside which could lead to personal injury to an unrestrained child.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Other Lincoln models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology