2009 Lincoln MKZ brakes problems

Related recalls

• Recall 19V904000Dec 18, 2019600,166 vehicles
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.

  Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.

What owners say

1. Filed Aug 6, 2025110,000 miTXCrash1 injuredBrakes

   The contact owns a 2009 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while parked in a semi-truck parking lot, another driver was reversing where she was blocking, and the contact then attempted to avoid the collision and drive forward. The accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle accelerated excessively, and the brake pedal was then depressed but failed to respond. Upon a second attempt, the brake pedal went to the floorboard, accompanied by an abnormal vibration.…

   NHTSA complaint #11678711 · source
2. Filed Mar 7, 2022NHAirbagsBrakes

   The contact owns a 2009 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the parts to do the recall repair were 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 not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…

   NHTSA complaint #11455543 · source
3. Filed Jul 5, 2021KSBrakes

   Leaking brakes had to be fixed twice before recalled parts were available. When the last repair was done, dealership said they would reimburse us (since we paid full price) recalled parts labor that we had to pay for since they were on the recall. This has never happened even though we have tried multiple times to remedy. Dealership says they sent in paperwork to Ford twice for the reimbursement as they don't do that. Ford Motor Company says they dont do it that it is up to…

   NHTSA complaint #11423455 · source
4. Filed May 26, 202122,000 miNJBrakes

   The contact owns a 2009 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for the recall repair and the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) was tested but failed. The dealer informed the contact that the HCU part for the recall repair was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the…

   NHTSA complaint #11418660 · source
5. Filed May 1, 2021113,000 miMOBrakes

   Took my car in for recall #19v904 said could not fix because the ecu was also bad, it had just went out my problem is that ford will not fix the recall if i don't pay them 777.00 to fix the ecu first, and i thik they should because it's all tied together i.e. The very same system

   NHTSA complaint #11414694 · source
6. Filed Apr 17, 202180,000 miTXCrashTowedBody & StructureBrakesWheels & Tires

   Brake pedal went all the way and touch body. It happened twice in two months and 2nd time resulted in to car wreck on 5 miles per hour speed. It is very disappointing lincoln seems to know about the issue but took a long time to cover with remedy. * (recall related incident) ts

   NHTSA complaint #11408578 · source
7. Filed Mar 24, 2021MOBrakes

   Tl* the contact owns a 2009 lincoln mkz. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called dave sinclair lincoln (7500 s. Lindbergh blvd, st. Louis, mo 63125, [phone removed]) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer…

   NHTSA complaint #11404694 · source
8. Filed Mar 10, 2021NJBrakes

   Dot 3 brake fluid and anti-lock brake system function is defective and the issue is not being addressed after a number of years

   NHTSA complaint #11400153 · source
9. Filed Jan 25, 2021WVBrakes

   Tl* the contact owns a 2009 lincoln mkz. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was intermittently depressed to the floorboard without warning. Todd judy ford of huntington (2480 5th ave, huntington, wv 25703) was contacted and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11389780 · source
10. Filed Jan 22, 2021MIBrakes

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 lincoln mkz. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called jack demmer lincoln, inc. (21531 michigan ave, dearborn, mi 48124, [phone removed]) where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floor to stop the…

    NHTSA complaint #11389441 · source
11. Filed Dec 18, 2020PABrakes

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 lincoln mkz. The contact stated that while approaching a red light, the brake pedal was depressed to floorboard while attempting to bring the vehicle to a stop however, the vehicle failed to stop and the driver had to proceed through the red light with speed to avoid a crash. The brake pedal returned to normal function and the contact drove the vehicle to the residence. The contact also stated that on another occasion, the vehicle failed to stop…

    NHTSA complaint #11384076 · source
12. Filed Oct 26, 2020FLBrakes

    We were sent a recall notice on the auto brake system january 2020. Local lincoln dealer doesn't have parts to repair as of october 2020. The abs light has came on right about the time of notification. Keep getting told that parts are not available to repair on the recall. If i wanted to pay for it then they could repair the problem. This is not satisfactory. Do i need to notify a better business bureau or what do i need to do to get the repair on breaks which could be a…

    NHTSA complaint #11366508 · source

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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology