{"meta":{"dataset":"known-issues","title":"Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters — Lincoln","level":"make","generated":"2026-09-20","source_freshness":"2026-09-20","source":"NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, grouped by failure theme by Wrench.Pro","source_url":"https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls","license":"CC BY 4.0 (derived data); underlying NHTSA records are US public domain","license_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/license","citation":"Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Lincoln [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues","schema_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues#schema","method_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/methodology#known-issues","fields":["year","make","make_slug","model","model_slug","cluster_id","label","component_code","complaint_count","date_range","source_complaint_count","reviewed_at","quote_1_odi","quote_1_text","quote_2_odi","quote_2_text","quote_3_odi","quote_3_text","vehicle_page","data_page"]},"rows":[{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Brake recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11741242","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000(SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) However, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_2_odi":"11389181","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V469000 (SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED BAYWAY LINCOLN…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-catalytic-converter-p0430","label":"Catalytic converter P0430 fault codes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11729226","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has had emissions vehicle since before I owned it up to now. The catalytic converter has been replaced 4 times which is unheard of. Its presently giving the same codes/issues. The last catalytic converter replacement was November of 2024. It has to be a computer…","quote_2_odi":"11657452","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the vehicle was scanned, and a fault code…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-stop-lamp-lens-detachment","label":"High-mount stop lamp lens detachment","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11687125","quote_1_text":"Was advised by a law enforcement officer the high-mount stop lamp lens had detatched from the lamp housing. Apparently, the adhesive holding the plastic lens had deteriorated and allowed seperation of the components. The LED circuit board is now exposed to the elements…","quote_2_odi":"11726271","quote_2_text":"The 2018 Lincoln MKX Third Brake Light lens cracked off in 3 pieces while going through the automatic car wash dryer on the evening of Friday March 20, 2026. This appears to be an Engineering design issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-water-intrusion-wet-carpet","label":"Water intrusion and wet floor carpet","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11459501","quote_1_text":"Vehicle (SUV) floor board and truck had standing water from unknown source. Suspect rear hatch and/or glass roof design allows for environmental contamination to enter. Water travels down to floor and pools. For example, spare tire was found to be submerged…","quote_2_odi":"11499828","quote_2_text":"Unknown/Uncertain as to why the floor is wet on right rear passenger. Dealer unable to detect why floor board is wet. I need answers because this is a health risk/ lungs risk for my family and myself due to questionable mold May probably grow from the wet carpet and wet spell","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11123198","quote_1_text":"WE HAD OUR FIRST INCIDENT ON AUG 2 WHEN MY WIFE WAS DRIVING. CAR STALLED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND SHE RESTARTED IT . TRANSMISSION WAS IN DRIVE AND SHE STARTED TO ACCELETE TO GO AHEAD. THE CAR ITSELF WENT INTO REVERSE AND ALMOST HIT THE CAR BEHIND HER. SHE WAS EXTREMELY SHAKEN…","quote_2_odi":"11130185","quote_2_text":"JULY 25, 2018: UPON STARTING CAR WHILE STATIONARY IN A PARKING SPOT, DASH LIGHT AND INFO CLUSTERS DID NOT LIGHT UP. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, DRIVING AND BRAKE LIGHTS DID NOT WORK OR LIGHT UP. TURNED OFF CAR, RE-STARTED. ALL LIGHTS WORKED, THEN DROVE TO AN APPOINTMENT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2023-rear-camera-display","label":"Rear-view camera display malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11593202","quote_1_text":"The backup camera glitches while backing up and turning the steering wheel causing issues with visibility. This is a safety issue because it affects your ability to see where you are going while in reverse. This is a brand new car and this issue should not be occurring.","quote_2_odi":"11589800","quote_2_text":"360 degree camera glitch is not resolved despite replacement of cameras & image processing module based on recent recall. This continues to be a safety issues & Lincoln needs to find a permanent fix.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2023-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, STRUCTURE, SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11679071","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Aviator. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V407000 (Structure), 25V393000 (Seats), 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available…","quote_2_odi":"11528021","quote_2_text":"Seat belt not working properly, no fix or remedy as of yet. Do not feel safe driving vehicle with passengers. Called Lincoln certified dealer in area and all do not have a fix or availability for months to service vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2023-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall during acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11696698","quote_1_text":"This vehicle continues to randomly stall upon acceleration from a dead stop. There have been numerous times this has created a near- miss accident. It has been in for service on several occasions since owning it with no resolve. This issue has been ongoing since owning it…","quote_2_odi":"11741279","quote_2_text":"2023 Lincoln Aviator was accelerating out of Toll booth to 70mph. Upon acceleration the engine hiccupped but continued to operate. Approximately 2 miles later the low oil pressure indicator and low battery indicator popped up, no prior indications existed. Vehicle stalled…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11618089","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was a coolant intrusion into the engine.…","quote_2_odi":"11701761","quote_2_text":"Check engine light came on. Error code 0302 and 0316 on ODB at dealer. Was advised that engine needed to be replaced due to coolant intrusion into cylinder 2 which cause the vehicle to overheat. Engine has 3200 miles on it.…","quote_3_odi":"11682914","quote_3_text":"Coolant Intrusion of Cylinder 3, car has less than 50,000 miles total and has been very well taken care of. Has had over a gallon of coolant added within the month of Aug","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-transmission-fluid-loss","label":"Internal transmission failure with fluid loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11707404","quote_1_text":"Car only has 97K miles and the transmission fluid has been leaking for some time causing loud noises from the transmission which took time to locate. The transmission leaked fluid and only had about half a liter of fluid when it should be around 4.5 liters.…","quote_2_odi":"11710990","quote_2_text":"The car had an internal transmission failure and caused most of the transmission fluid to leak out between inspections.…","quote_3_odi":"11558661","quote_3_text":"Torque converter stuck off pcm code 6f35 transmission vin look up doesn't show recall but it has same transmission installed with the same problem as 2017 model","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11218137","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT SWITCHED GEARS AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED. THE VEHICLE ROLLED AND STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD.…","quote_2_odi":"11206840","quote_2_text":"UPON DRIVING THE VEHICLE, IT HAS STALLED SEVEN TIMES. TWO OF THOSE INCIDENTS INVOLVED VEHICLE GOING INTO PARK WITHOUT TOUCHING THE PARK BUTTON.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-moonroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11491140","quote_1_text":"On 10/20/2022 while driving the sun roof exploded. Nothing hit the roof. The glass shatter all around the perimeter of the roof. The sound was like a shot gun blast next to your ears.…","quote_2_odi":"11574587","quote_2_text":"Upon driving north on rt. 95 in GA our pan Aramaic moonroof unexpectedly exploded. There was no apparent reason. No debris was present and environmental conditions were not extreme.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-rollaway-not-in-park","label":"Vehicle rollaway when not shifted into Park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11245947","quote_1_text":"DRIVER CAME TO PICK ME UP. DRIVER STOPPED, HE THOUGHT HE PUSHED PARK BUTTON. STARTED TO GET OUT OF CAR. GOT LEFT FOOT ON GROUND, SWUNG RIGHT FOOT OUT AND CAR STARTED ROLLING BACKWARDS.…","quote_2_odi":"11299439","quote_2_text":"IF YOU ARE ON A HILL SUCH AS A DRIVEWAY AND YOU TURN YOUR CAR ON TO ACCESSORY MODE AND THEN FORGET YOUR CAR IS NOT TURNED ON YOU CAN PUT YOUR CAR INTO GEAR.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"lincoln-aviator-2021-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11567279","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the back-over camera displayed distorted images or failed to display an image","quote_2_odi":"11550183","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while reversing, the rear camera flickered and failed to display an image on the screen","quote_3_odi":"11524254","quote_3_text":"It has been almost a half year and still no solution for backup camera that shows blue screen. It is happening more and more. It is a big vehicle (and expensive one) . When backing up, one is at a great disadvantage with just a blue screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"lincoln-aviator-2021-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure during operation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11455395","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has 5400 miles and has catastrophic engine failure while driving. Vehicle towed to dealership and diagnosed engine seized needs complete engine replacement","quote_2_odi":"11457309","quote_2_text":"Driving home on a very narrow, winding road when my car unexpectedly started to vibrate/shake. There were no alerts and no warning lights that came on. Fortunately, I was coming up on one of the very few turnouts available","quote_3_odi":"11554373","quote_3_text":"The engine of my 2021 Lincoln Aviator with only 79,403 miles has failed, leaving myself and my family stranded on the side of a very busy interstate in another state far from home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"lincoln-aviator-2021-electrical-no-start","label":"Electrical system failure causing no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11506734","quote_1_text":"Three times, battery was dead -- twice within 24 hours of bringing the car home from the dealer. We only drive the car home from the dealer, then the next day the battery is dead again","quote_2_odi":"11683805","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Lincoln Aviator grand touring PHEV has on 3 separate occasions randomly gone into “brick” mode where power is to some components like the Sync screen, and some lights, but main dash won’t boot, the lock/unlock doesn’t work but lock icon flashes on door panel","quote_3_odi":"11741858","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle did not start, the vehicle was , the hood was raised, the contact went back to the vehicle to try to start, the vehicle would not turn over with clicking in the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"lincoln-aviator-2021-brake-propulsion-loss","label":"Uncommanded braking or loss of propulsion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11722796","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is intermittently braking on its own while driving. The issue has become significantly worse over the course of a month. The dashboard message reads, “brake applied, power reduced”","quote_2_odi":"11751230","quote_2_text":"I have been having issues with my breaks sticking when applied. To the point that it’s completely stopping my car and i need to use my foot to release the brake from behind","quote_3_odi":"11750650","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 70-75 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a friend's residence, where it failed to restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-windshield-cracks","label":"Windshield and rear window glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730767","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the windshield had cracked on four occasions between February 2025 and April 2026 and was replaced three times","quote_2_odi":"11692102","quote_2_text":"The back rear seat WINDOW on the left-hand side spontaneously exploded while driving around 60 mph on the highway on the morning (10:30 AM ET) of October 7, 2025","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-brake-grinding","label":"Brake grinding and pedal position failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674818","quote_1_text":"12/21/24 Took delivery of vehicle 03/17/25 Called Lincoln to schedule service after brakes began grinding","quote_2_odi":"11651367","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle while depressing the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"11608754","quote_3_text":"The Brake Pedal arm sticks out further than the brake pedal causing you press on the bar before the brake pedal or causing you to miss the brake pedal all together","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-seat-memory","label":"Seat and mirror memory position malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720366","quote_1_text":"The newer Lincoln Nautilus starting model year 2024 has an issue of moving seat positions while in motion","quote_2_odi":"11640497","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated, and the cruise control activated independently","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-power-loss","label":"Loss of motive power and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11586872","quote_1_text":"On the way home from the dealer the vehicle powered down on its own and then shut off in the middle of the road. Luckily we were able to coast into the median without incident","quote_2_odi":"11621823","quote_2_text":"More than once while driving, the 48inch dashboard screen and the center touch screen, and power steering and the majority of electrical components would cease to work at all once and without warning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-electrical-false-alerts","label":"Electrical faults causing false driver-assist alerts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729214","quote_1_text":"Ongoing Electrical Failures (2024 Lincoln Nautilus) This vehicle has experienced repeated and unresolved electrical system failures despite being brought in for service at least seven times","quote_2_odi":"11733300","quote_2_text":"While the vehicle was parked, the rear hatch unexpectedly opened and struck a building, causing the taillight to crack and leaving scratches and a crack on the bumper","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-backup-camera","label":"Rearview camera and back-over prevention system failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663787","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment system screen displayed a distorted or black image","quote_2_odi":"11731869","quote_2_text":"The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V953000 (VISIBILITY), 25V337000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT), 26V165000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) and 25V691000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield and rear glass cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755029","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH during 105-degree weather, the contact became aware of a micro-fracture on the front windshield from the front driver's side over to the passenger’s side","quote_2_odi":"11736829","quote_2_text":"Factory windshield has what looks to be micro sized cracks clustered throughout the glass and when the sun or other bright light hits at certain angles makes it look like a star field and drastically obscures forward vision","quote_3_odi":"11733990","quote_3_text":"The rear hatchback window shattered with the vehicle sitting still overnight. All of the glass was shattered and most of it was in place and many pieces behind the vehicle on the driveway (as if it happened from inside the vehicle)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2025-brake-noise-stopping","label":"Front brake noise and reduced stopping performance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718014","quote_1_text":"Front right brakes make grinding sounds when stopping and lose traction when roads are wet. Vehicle causes safety issues when roads are wet. Due to lack of control. Issue was reported to the dealer and I was told Lincoln is aware of the issue but there’s no fix at the time","quote_2_odi":"11700079","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that the front brakes were making an abnormally loud squealing sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to assist","quote_3_odi":"11697018","quote_3_text":"The brakes on my 2025 Lincoln Nautilus make a scraping/grunting noise when first applied after the car has been sitting. when applied, in addition to the noise, the brakes require more pressure to stop. The issue is worse in the rain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2025-bluecruise-resume-control","label":"Driver-facing camera false Resume Control activation","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736827","quote_1_text":"Driving on Interstate 10 eastbound on May 9th, the lane departure system suddenly stopped working and would not turn back on and a warning on the dash stating Driver Facing Camera is Blocked but there was nothing in front of the camera","quote_2_odi":"11731088","quote_2_text":"Driving the vehicle with the cruise control on to remain at the posted speed limit and suddenly the vehicle went into Resume Control mode, began pulsing the brakes and engaged the flashers due to the Facial Recognition camera failed to recognize that I was looking straight ahead,","quote_3_odi":"11737338","quote_3_text":"My 2025 Lincoln Nautilus forward collision avoidance system reduces cruise control speed unexpectedly and wanders between lane markers. The driver-facing camera is also overly sensitive — triggering “watch the road” warnings even when glancing over a shoulder to change lanes,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2025-back-over-prevention-failure","label":"Back-over prevention fails to alert or brake","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736828","quote_1_text":"Backing out of a parking spot at Lowe's in Jacksonville, vehicle was in motion and a pedestrian walked behind the vehicle and no warning or braking occurred inside the vehicle, I manually stopped when I saw the person appear in the camera as they walked behind the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11731095","quote_2_text":"Backing out of a parking stall at the store and as I was moving, two pedestrians walked behind the vehicle and no alert sounded in the vehicle while backing up, nor did the vehicle brake as it should to avoid hitting them","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682700","quote_1_text":"Back up camera goes black or really fuzzy so everything is unrecognizable. This happens very sporadically. It could stay like this for days or sometimes just once in a few weeks. Never know when it will happen","quote_2_odi":"11527273","quote_2_text":"Back up rear camera completely blacked out while I was back in up. The alarm did not alarm and a vehicle almost hit me","quote_3_odi":"11730151","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image failed to function properly, and the image was blurry","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-torque-converter-transmission-slip","label":"Torque converter failure and transmission slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11642505","quote_1_text":"Transmission torque converter needs replacement i brought it to the dealer for inspection after feeling repeated hard shifts and feeling as though there is a severe vibration when accelerating. The dealer stated the torque converter needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11291738","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2017 MKC DEVELOPED A SLIPPING ISSUE AT AROUND 81000 MILES. THIS OCCURRED FIRST IN THE RANGE OF 25-35 MPH. NOW IT SEEMS TO HAVE BROADENED","quote_3_odi":"11541684","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle from second to third gear, there was an abnormal banging sound heard. The transmission was slipping gear while driving at various speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen lug nuts requiring wheel hardware replacement","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11485599","quote_1_text":"Lug nuts need to be replaced due to swelling","quote_2_odi":"11455388","quote_2_text":"Lug nuts are swollen. Doesn’t even have 33,000 miles on my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11436775","quote_3_text":"I had my MKC at the dealership to get an oil change and check for an issue with electrical. They were checking the car and they had to replace all 20 lugnuts because they swelled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":84,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756792","quote_1_text":"Coolant intrusion into number 2 cylinder requiring full engine replacement of my 2017 my 2.0l eco boost engine","quote_2_odi":"11692483","quote_2_text":"Engine design flaw in the gaskets. Coolant leaking into the cylinders causing misfire. Had to replace the engine. $8000","quote_3_odi":"11612283","quote_3_text":"There is a huge problem with my vehicle it started leaking coolant into the cylinder. The vehicle is using coolant and burning it through the exhaust. This defect in the engine block causes catastrophic failure if occuring during driving on highway can cause accident and fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-battery-monitor-recall-delay","label":"Battery monitor sensor recall parts delay","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11551808","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Recall 23V378 Battery monitor sensor BMS Power Circuit in-line fuse installation. Everyone's safety in my family including myself is at risk. Received first recall notice June 2023. Second August 2023","quote_2_odi":"11546014","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle sputtered","quote_3_odi":"11632421","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving, a burning odor was detected as the vehicle lost power. Upon the contact's arrival at home, her fiancé called AAA service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11399135","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN MKC. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH ON A MAIN ROAD, A VEHICLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE CUT HER OFF TURNING INTO HER LANE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE MAIN ROAD. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11687059","quote_2_text":"None of my airbags deployed in a one vehicle accident when my tire blew. I woke up sitiing in a guard rail.and injured. This happened on September 4th, 2025. Car totaled and Travelers Insurance already paid off finance company and I was left with nothing","quote_3_odi":"11702963","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, when attempting to park the vehicle on a residential street, the vehicle heisted, and the vehicle independently accelerated into her cousin's house","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-phev-recall-charge-limit","label":"PHEV battery recall and charging restriction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03-18 → 2026-05-23","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739709","quote_1_text":"Due to a safety recall for possible battery fires, we have not been able to charge the PHEV for more than a year. This significantly affects the vehicle's mileage and performance and reduces the car's value. •We are unable to use the plug-in charging function for an extended…","quote_2_odi":"11730944","quote_2_text":"The recall letter advised that for the time being, I should set software to limit charge to 80%. The car is noncompliant with the prescribed settings.  If there is a danger to having settings no prescribed, I am in danger. I did set the settings in the car and in the Android app…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02-26 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752196","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_2_odi":"11654472","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-adaptive-cruise-speed-surge","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended speed changes","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08-18 → 2024-12-24","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11632287","quote_1_text":"Cruise control will not hold lock.  Suddenly without warning and with no manual input the speed will surge to well over 80MPH and continues to accelerate until the cruise control is manually disengaged.  Also sometimes it will go the other way dropping Suddenly to under 50 MPH…","quote_2_odi":"11614048","quote_2_text":"While the cruise control was engaged on the highway without touching anything the with the speed set to 65mph the speed would suddenly increase to in excess of 75 mph before I could catch it and reset the speed back to 65mph.  Also there would be times when the speed would…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Moonroof/sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07-24 → 2026-03-18","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725334","quote_1_text":"I was getting back into the car, shut the door (at a normal level) and heard a loud bang coming from above me then heard the glass falling onto the cover. Got out and realized it was a spontaneous rupture of the sun roof","quote_2_odi":"11707909","quote_2_text":"While driving, the moonroof spontaneously shattered. There was no impact whatsoever. Just shattered. Glass was everywhere","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-powertrain-failure","label":"Powertrain and rear differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10-02 → 2025-11-22","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700937","quote_1_text":"The rear differential failed/broke 12 hours into a 13 hour trip.  There have been recalls for this issue for previous years but not for 2023 models (yet) * This happened on the interstate and we could have been seriously injured or killed with the sudden loss of function if this…","quote_2_odi":"11691033","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving 35 MPH, the message \"Powertrain Failure\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact was informed that an update was performed on the vehicle. The contact wanted the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-electrical-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system battery drain and vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03-17 → 2024-05-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11588067","quote_1_text":"The car keeps just fully turning off. Dealership has tried to replace the battery several times but the problem keeps happening. I am [XXX] and have been left stranded 4 times now. They can't seem to fix the problem. My car has been in the dealership 45 days of the 60 days I…","quote_2_odi":"11577868","quote_2_text":"Purchased car in early January 2024 and on February 18th the vehicle wouldn't start.  Got the vehicle to start after jumping it and drove straight to the dealership to have it checked / repaired.  The car has been in the dealership service bay ever since.  I worked with…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-forward-collision-adas-failure","label":"Collision avoidance and ADAS system persistent faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04-14 → 2025-07-24","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655493","quote_1_text":"Since leasing the vehicle in February 2024, I have experienced persistent failures in the collision prevention system and other critical safety features. Despite multiple service visits, the issue remains unresolved, with Lincoln attributing the problem to a system update that…","quote_2_odi":"11675928","quote_2_text":"Seems to be an electrical problem with the car.  i have had it in for repairs 5xs now cant seem to fix it or cant find the problem.  The entire ADAS system fails at different points. Sometimes i get warnings.  One time entire car went black while driving on highway.  Lincoln…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-phev-battery-recall-26v091","label":"PHEV high-voltage battery recall 26V091 repair unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10-10 → 2026-06-23","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746032","quote_1_text":"The manufacturer's interim safety instructions for Recall 26V091 are failing. Lincoln instructs drivers to use Pure EV mode to prevent battery fires. However, the Corsair's software actively overrides Pure EV mode, automatically turning on the gas engine and completely defeating…","quote_2_odi":"11745647","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormally high voltage battery rapid discharge after an 80 percent…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-12v-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"12V battery parasitic drain and charge loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12-19 → 2026-04-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729336","quote_1_text":"For the last three months, after the car sits for 12 hours or more, I get a \"battery saver mode\" on my phone and many of the online features won't work.  Dealer measured the battery power on first visit - read 93 percent.  Went to dealer a month later, battery read 59 percent.…","quote_2_odi":"11715760","quote_2_text":"I have noticed that when the battery is lower than 85% available power sensor effectiveness is greatly reduced.  This is noticed with vehicle going into remote battery saver mode and the Auto Start/Stop function ceases to function. This also greatly reduces front collision, rear…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-adas-sensor-inoperability","label":"ADAS sensor and pre-collision assist inoperability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06-16 → 2025-12-19","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706063","quote_1_text":"The AEB and DA have not functioned at all since we bought the car (08/10/2024).   A dealer has had the Corsair  3 times for a total of 12 days and has not fixed the problem.   In fact the dealer has stated: \"Customer should not expect the car to stop\"","quote_2_odi":"11667221","quote_2_text":"I had my new car for five months and began receiving pre-collision assist not available and park aid malfunction. I have been receiving these since March. I took it into the dealer and they said that there would be a software update by May 1, 2025, this is the middle of June","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02-25 → 2026-03-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721806","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH, the contact noticed that another vehicle driving approximately 60 MPH crashed into the vehicle directly behind the contact's vehicle, and then crashed into the contact's vehicle. The contact's face hit the steering wheel. The…","quote_2_odi":"11734945","quote_2_text":"Impact with deer on I-79 in WV at 70mph  Air bags did not deploy. I was not injured but had it been a vehicle I would have been.  Not inspected or confirmed by anyone. No messages or warning before collision","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof spontaneous breakage while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07-13 → 2026-07-13","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749968","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the sunroof suddenly exploded without warning or impact. There were no injuries sustained. The contact notified the local dealer of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended forward acceleration during parking maneuver","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-03-27 → 2025-03-27","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11651124","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was attempting to park while shifted into reverse, the vehicle launched forward, accelerated independently, and collided with another vehicle that was parked, colliding with the other vehicle's front passenger side. The other vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-infotainment-camera-delay","label":"Infotainment screen delay disabling camera display","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06-12 → 2024-08-11","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594022","quote_1_text":"Since we purchased the vehicle new, the Sync Touch Screen can take several minutes to come on line and as a result all camera features are disabled and this is a safety issue. We have had frightening experiences when trying to back up in a parking lot of our own driveway with…","quote_2_odi":"11607819","quote_2_text":"When I am backing out of my garage, the emergency brake activates.    And my information screen is black, the volume goes up and down, and sometimes it does not connect to my cell phone","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-propulsion-stall","label":"Hybrid propulsion system stall and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11450033","quote_1_text":"my wife was driving home from work and the car shut off on the interstate. When I say shut off, I mean it died at 65mph. She tried to press the accelerator and the car just continued to de-accelerate. The check engine light popped up and said \"Stop Safely Now\"","quote_2_odi":"11459775","quote_2_text":"On 5 separate occasions my car has given me a warning saying \"Stop Safely Now.\" When I begin to slow down, the car looses all power and I have to coast to a stop somewhere","quote_3_odi":"11706296","quote_3_text":"On July 25, 2025 my 2022 Lincoln Aviator Hybrid Grand Touring Edition stalled while driving on Interstate 25 in Colorado Springs. I lost partial control of the vehicle but was able to guide it onto the shoulder and allow it to coast to a stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure and rear collision avoidance","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11482686","quote_1_text":"I had several instances and two minor collisions now where the back up camera glitches as well as the warning alert. I’ve come close to hitting object only to stop just in time, however in these two collisions I was I situations where I needed to maneuver faster and needed…","quote_2_odi":"11603414","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after switching to the reverse position, the backup camera image failed to display, and while driving approximately five MPH in reverse the vehicle crashed into the front end of a second vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11730549","quote_3_text":"Rear camera cannot differentiate between steady rain & an object which then causes car to engage the collision avoidance system which then prevents ability to drive in reverse gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-second-row-seat-movement","label":"Second-row seat unintended folding and forward movement","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649958","quote_1_text":"2nd row seat automatically folds down, moves up & slams into back of drivers seat, even WHILE driving. Happened sev times, twice at night while on Hwy doing 70mph. Had to pull off Hwy, push seat back & relatch","quote_2_odi":"11754896","quote_2_text":"while driving at various speeds, the second-row rear seats folded independently while the contact’s daughter was seated in the second-row seats. The failure caused bruises on the child's face and arms on several occasions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-wiper-autosense-failure","label":"Autosense wiper sensor malfunction and visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681607","quote_1_text":"The AUTOSENSE wiper function has been erratic & not working properly since my Aviator was a yr old (2022). None of the Autosense wiper stalk  positions worked correctly to clear the windshield enough for safe visability","quote_2_odi":"11730564","quote_2_text":"Autosense wiping does not clear wIndshield enough for visibility & therefore can’t be relied upon for safe driving. The only way to get MANUAL INTERMITTENT wiper operation is to go to SYNC settings & turn off auto wiper while driving in rain on Hwy at 65+ mph","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-body-trim-detachment","label":"Body trim, pillar applique, and hood detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11528933","quote_1_text":"While driving down GA 140 near Waleska, GA, I hit a bump in the highway and the hood popped open. It stopped at first catch and I was able to stop before hood came all the way up","quote_2_odi":"11730557","quote_2_text":"Have had wind noise issue on front passenger side since I bought car. Dealer looked at numerous times in 3 yrs & always stated ‘unable to recreate condition’ (likely due to not testing on Hwy at 65mph which is when this noise can…","quote_3_odi":"11705135","quote_3_text":"Rear door trim came loose and fell off while driving.  Had the service department at the local dealership look at the missing trim on the rear of the car and they noticed multiple of the plastic clips holding the trim on the rear were broken","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Recall remedy parts unavailability and repair delays","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738033","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V123000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the parts for the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the remedy","quote_2_odi":"11690950","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11477249","quote_1_text":"On 6/9/22 I ran off the road and down a ravine.  I hit a large tree head on and hit some smaller trees on the right side of the vehicle.  After the head on collision with the large tree, it broke the frame in two places.  The car had severe damage on the…","quote_2_odi":"11485965","quote_2_text":"Brakes failed, car crashed, imminent crash warning system did not come on and air bags did not deploy in direct frontal crash","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-electrical-recall-no-remedy","label":"Electrical system recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-03-25 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731532","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V954000 (Electrical System) and 25V789000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11650525","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-hybrid-power-loss-highway","label":"Hybrid drivetrain power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12-19 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751963","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway at around 70 mph, with one passenger. There had been no indications that anything was wrong with the vehicle. Then I noticed the car slowing down though I had not let up on the gas, which I now understand is called 'limp mode'. The screen said…","quote_2_odi":"11702610","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Lincoln Corsair has an open NHTSA recall (25V789 / Ford 25SC4) for a high-voltage battery cell internal short circuit that can cause sudden loss of motive power. There is currently NO remedy available. Before this recall was issued, my vehicle already lost power while I…","quote_3_odi":"11498720","quote_3_text":"Car stopped without warning in traffic on November 30 and would not start or switch gears to neutral.  Towed to Hines Park Lincoln and spent 16 days in the repair shop. It was returned to me on December 15. On December 20, I started the car to drive it for a first test drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-rearview-camera-recall-parts","label":"Rearview camera failure and recall parts unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05-15 → 2026-04-16","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727931","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25V510000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) and 26V123000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while his…","quote_2_odi":"11529596","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera image turned blue.  There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred increasingly. The contact received recall notification of NHTSA Campaign…","quote_3_odi":"11708157","quote_3_text":"The rear camera feed is very blurry. Often times it in usable. Sometimes cross traffic alert does not work. I know this is part of the recall but with no solution available should I be entitled to a rental while waiting?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-engine-recall-no-remedy","label":"Engine recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-07-17 → 2024-01-19","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566528","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V380000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11532864","quote_2_text":"Engine stops randomly and without warning while vehicle is in motion.  Vehicle is available to inspect. This has happened on city streets and the highway.  Trailing vehicles run the risk of a rear end collision at high speeds.   The Lincoln Service Department has been unable to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-panoramic-sunroof-shade","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering and shade obstruction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10-07 → 2026-07-14","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11488299","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated that while driving 76 MPH a loud booming sound suddenly occurred when the front section of the panoramic sunroof exploded and shattered. Moments later, the glass from the shattered sunroof fell into to vehicle hitting…","quote_2_odi":"11750200","quote_2_text":"Panoramic roof shade will not roll up properly. Shade is hanging down and is blocking the view in the rear view mirror","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-memory-seat-movement","label":"Power memory seat unintended movement while driving","component_code":"SEATS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03-25 → 2024-02-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11571059","quote_1_text":"Memory seat moves on its own while driving.  It also fails to retain memory settings.  Has been to dealer multiple times and the seat motor was replaced twice.  It's dangerous to drive as you must adjust seat while driving constantly.  Electronics system doesn't remember…","quote_2_odi":"11458323","quote_2_text":"This luxury car has seat three seat memory positions: When you press the button the seat should go back to the computer-stored position (For the seat and steering wheel). The computer-stored position does not remember the position resulting in one getting jammed against the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-brake-unintended-activation","label":"Brake system unintended activation or non-response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09-26 → 2025-03-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621224","quote_1_text":"While driving on [XXX]  I was in traffic, Car ahead of me was 2 Car lengths ahead, emergency Brake slammed on! I had put my foot lightly on brake to slow down to keep safe distance! We were violently thrown forward( unexpected stoppage) . Car in back had to slam on its brakes…","quote_2_odi":"11486494","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the braking system malfunctioned and the vehicle continued driving forward without slowing down. On one occasion, the front passenger’s side wheel made…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-open-recall-no-remedy","label":"Open safety recalls with no available repair remedy","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, VISIBILITY/WIPER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742923","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not available","quote_2_odi":"11736816","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is subject to multiple open federal safety recalls with no repair remedy currently available from Ford/Lincoln. One recall involves potential fuel pump failure causing loss of fuel pressure, engine stall while driving, and increased crash risk. A second recall involves…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11723386","quote_1_text":"While in an airport cell phone waiting lot, an extremely loud explosion happened. I screamed and looked back at my toddler and infant also in the vehicle with me. Thankfully, nobody was harmed. There were no warning lights or sounds before or after the event. I could hear some…","quote_2_odi":"11514473","quote_2_text":"Moonroof exploded and shattered while driving.  Was on a 2 lane paved highway and no other cars were around","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-electrical-module-failures","label":"Electrical system and module failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11531641","quote_1_text":"2022 Lincoln Navigator L Reserve has many issues with Modules one of them that keeps goes bad is Apin which controls the screen and all other features like Massage seats Running Boards and Music and all other controls that gets disabled when it goes bad it’s a frequent problem","quote_2_odi":"11491382","quote_2_text":"THE MONITOR ON THE VEHICLE WENT BLACK ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS SO FAR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING. THE SCREEN REBOOTED BUT CAUSES THE RETRACTABLE RUNNING BOARDS TO BE LOCKED IN THE UP POSITION. IN ORDER TO ADDRESS THE RUNNING BOARDS YOU MUST GO INTO THE SETTINGS AND ADJUST","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-brake-failures","label":"Service brake failures and brake fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11545274","quote_1_text":"upon arriving home after a vacation, the NAV experienced complete brake fluid loss and no braking as a result. I investigated the brake lines and one of the lines had been secured to the frame with a clip - this clip was not secure and the brake like was chaffed against the air…","quote_2_odi":"11485481","quote_2_text":"Car accelerated very fast while in reverse and brake would not work. After reversing into other cars the car Finally stopped. When the car was turned back on it would not going to gear because the break was not being registered as being pressed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-adas-unintended-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended hard braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11476163","quote_1_text":"when using the adaptive cruise control feature the system will sometimes read a car in the adjacent lane as moving in front of my vehicle and apply the brakes very hard causing my car to immediately and strongly slow down at highway speeds - with other cars behind me.  This…","quote_2_odi":"11527872","quote_2_text":"I was driving and didn't notice this truck ahead of me as I switched lanes. Although fault is questionable since the truck we traveling extremely slow on the highway, my vehicle had plenty of time to stop with the Pre-Collision System.  That system is intended to avoid front end…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-engine-fire-cooling","label":"Engine fire and cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701625","quote_1_text":"At about 2:30am after hearing some popping noises I went to the vehicle and saw that the engine under the bonnet was on fire. The fire was seeping out from the sides of the bonnet. The vehicle had been parked since 9:20pm the previous night. I called emergency services including…","quote_2_odi":"11472115","quote_2_text":"engine temperature warning light came on. engine coolant leaked out. engine die while we were waiting for help on the side of I-15 freeway. The vehicle is now at Lincoln dealership for repair. They also told me that there is a faulty fuel pump code that they are looking at","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-retractable-running-board","label":"Retractable running board unexpected movement","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11680394","quote_1_text":"The foot rails outside the vehicle either don't go up or don't go down.  Also, there are several times that the foot rail goes down, and as I step on it, it closes with my foot still on it.  Causing me to fall or get my foot stuck between the rail and the car.  Fortunately, I…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-backup-camera-blue-screen","label":"Rearview camera blue screen after recall repair","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11526369","quote_1_text":"The backup camera turns blue and makes it unusable. I took the car to fix this under a safety recall. However it is still not fixed. This has been going on for 6 months which is unacceptable. Both the dealer and Lincoln (Ford) says I will be contacted when a fix is available","quote_2_odi":"11508902","quote_2_text":"I took my car in on 2/22/23 to fix the second back up camera recall. However on the night of 2/23/23 the whole screen went blue when put in reverse, and on the morning of 2/24/23 just the rear camera went blue","quote_3_odi":"11736965","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rear view camera failed to alert her when there was a pedestrian or vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer on three separate occasions. The dealer replaced the rear view camera, but the failure persisted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-phev-battery-recall-no-repair","label":"Plug-in hybrid high-voltage battery recall with no available remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11666123","quote_1_text":"The notice instructs us to cease charging the high voltage battery until further notice. The recall notification states that further charging the battery could result in a vehicle fire. The notice finally states that a resolution and parts will be available during the second…","quote_2_odi":"11732248","quote_2_text":"For most of 2025 and now into April 2026, I have been unable to use my car’s electric capabilities. This is due to active recalls for which no permanent repair is available. Temporary fixes have not resolved these issues. Thus, for an extended period of time, a primary feature…","quote_3_odi":"11621963","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. In addition, the contact stated that an unknown warning light illuminated with a message to “Stop Safely Now” displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled in the middle of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11698723","quote_1_text":"Transmission realized a catastrophic and destructive failure.  The vehicle immediately lost power and speed.   Scattering debris and transmission fluid on the highway.   Causing a safety concern for me and other drivers.  Confirmed by a dealer. Inspected by the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11745117","quote_2_text":"Transmission locked up while driving with no warning","quote_3_odi":"11468972","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would not immediately accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-engine-block-coolant-intrusion","label":"Engine block failure attributed to coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11745510","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway my vehicle experienced a sudden severe loss of power that led you a metallic rattling noise under the front of the vehicle and smoke coming out the exhaust pipes. Took it to a Ford dealership for diagnosis and repair however, it recommendations were…","quote_2_odi":"11571618","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V380000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11502197","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the battery warning light and check engine warning light were illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, where the vehicle was repaired; however, while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-panoramic-roof-shattering","label":"Panoramic moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11603048","quote_1_text":"While driving on a highway the panoramic moonroof spontaneously exploded and shattered showering myself and my partner in glass injuring us both","quote_2_odi":"11494205","quote_2_text":"I remote started my SUV I got in after 7 minutes put it in reverse heard a loud noise and my panoramic sunroof shattered in on me. There was nothing on it, nothing hit it, it just shattered and rained glass down on me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-back-over-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Back over prevention recall parts unavailable","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11712341","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V048000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…","quote_2_odi":"11696526","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was distorted and unclear. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V048000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-auto-start-stop-unintended-movement","label":"Auto start/stop unintended engine restart and vehicle lunge","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11472949","quote_1_text":"My car while stopped with the engine off, at a red light for example, after approximately 45 seconds, it will re-start itself and lunge forward.  It does it every time, when you are stopped over 45 seconds and the engine is off. ( In Auto start/stop mode).   Lincoln Dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11441509","quote_2_text":"The transmission (possibly the start/stop) jerks and is intermittent.  When coming out of the stop, the acceleration is sputtering.  The dealer said the problem is known to Ford but there is not yet a fix.  The vehicle has less than 10000 miles travelled","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-transmission-failure","label":"10-speed transmission slipping and loss of propulsion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749445","quote_1_text":"The transmission hesitates, slips, skips gears, bangs into gear, and frequently delays engagement before suddenly surging forward. Engine RPM increases without corresponding acceleration. Occupants are abruptly thrown forward and backward during normal driving","quote_2_odi":"11424748","quote_2_text":"Within one week of delivery of this new vehicle, the transmission began slipping out of gear and the car loses power for 30-40 seconds in the middle of driving.  Shift System Fault, Transmission failure, and PowerTrain Malfunction are the errors coming up on the screen","quote_3_odi":"11700366","quote_3_text":"Navigator transmission goes into neutral when accelerating at speeds of 50+.  Trans completely overhauled. Still does it.  Almost had 2 accidents when changing lanes on the freeway, trying to accelerate and instead slowing down with cars behind fast approaching","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-fuel-system-recall-parts","label":"Recall 25V455000 fuel system parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11747916","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11747413","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the recall was initiated for more than a year; however, the part…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-engine-recall-22v346","label":"Recall 22V346000 engine repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11480120","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V346000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted after receiving the recall notification and the contact was informed that parts were not available because the…","quote_2_odi":"11468033","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 22V250000 (Visibility) and 22V346000 (Engine) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11754317","quote_1_text":"My screen intermittently goes black, I have had it repaired/ updated once prior and it still does this..as a result I backed into a mailbox. It was very dark and I couldn’t see out of my windows","quote_2_odi":"11568951","quote_2_text":"The contact was in reverse (R) and backing up at approximately 2 MPH into her garage when the camera failed she crashed into the side of the garage entrance with the outer edge of the left rear bumper","quote_3_odi":"11548820","quote_3_text":"When first first entering a hot cabin, the backup  camera  will not work until the cabin cools down for just a few minutes.  Vehicle not moving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11516225","quote_1_text":"I was driving about 40 miles per hour on an open road when I heard a very loud popping/explosion sound and falling glass. I immediately pulled over and found my panoramic sunroof had exploded and the glass was dropping into the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11592737","quote_2_text":"Panoramic sunroof exploded without anything striking it. Sound like a gun shot. No vehicles in front of us to have thrown any objects at it to strike it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-steering-column-grinding","label":"Power tilt/telescoping steering column grinding noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11593637","quote_1_text":"A grinding noise was noticed during the driver memory function or when manually adjusting the power tilt or telescoping steering column. I took the car to Ford for service and was very surprised to hear that the entire steering column needs to be replaced at the cost of $1700.00","quote_2_odi":"11496268","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned causing the steering wheel to become very difficult the turn in either direction. Additionally, the instrument panel display became distorted and unreadable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-wiper-arm-detachment","label":"Passenger windshield wiper arm detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11522277","quote_1_text":"Passenger windshield wiper arm flew off while driving vehicle in moderate rainy weather","quote_2_odi":"11510155","quote_2_text":"Passenger whipper arm is loose especially when you lift the arm to clear snow from the windshield it will not align it its original location without multiple attempts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-exhaust-fumes-cabin","label":"Exhaust fumes and odor entering the cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11311789","quote_1_text":"CAR IS GETTING CARBON MONOXIDE IN THE CABIN OF THE CAR WITH A STRONG SULFUR SMELL, ESPECIALLY AFTER HARD ACCELERATION. CAR IS BACK AT LINCOLN FOR THE SECOND TIME TRYING TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11011586","quote_2_text":"2016 LINCOLN MKX - UNDER HARD ACCELERATION, I AM GETTING EXHAUST FUMES AND ALSO ROTTEN EGG SMELL COMING INTO THE INTERIOR WITH A.C. ON AND IN RECIRCULATE MODE WITH WINDOWS UP. MY SUV ONLY HAS 27,000 MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"11012053","quote_3_text":"SINCE PURCHASING BRAND NEW IN NOVEMBER 2015, VEHICLE HAS EMITTED STRONG SULPHURIC SMELL IN CABIN WHEN ACCELERATING FROM ANY SPEED OR FROM STATIONARY POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen or rounded lug nuts preventing wheel removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11574530","quote_1_text":"Told by Diamond Ford in Lancaster CA that my Lug Nuts need to be replaced at the cost of $225.00. I have been driving for 60 years and Never had to replace Lug Nuts","quote_2_odi":"11459743","quote_2_text":"Brought vehicle into the dealer for tire rotation service. They said they could not take my wheels off the car because the lug nuts have become swollen","quote_3_odi":"11443824","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, the dealer informed the contact that the lug nuts needed to be replaced due to the lug nut edges being rounded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-brake-hose-recall-delay","label":"Brake hose rupture and recall parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11754664","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The ABS warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11744532","quote_2_text":"I am writing to file a formal safety complaint regarding the extreme delay in the recall remedy for my vehicle. Despite the recall being issued months ago, Ford Motor Company/Lincoln has failed to resolve this critical safety issue in a timely manner","quote_3_odi":"11660238","quote_3_text":"Right rear brake line ruptured while driving. I felt the pedal go to the floor, pulled over and got towed home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body failure and sudden loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10906061","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN THE CENTER LANE ON THE BROOKLYN QUEENS EXPRESSWAY TRAVELING HOME FROM ASTORIA, QUEENS TO MY HOME IN BROOKLYN. HAVING PASSED THE ATLANTIC AVENUE EXIT AT APPROXIMATELY 3:15 PM AND PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDAL, THE CAR LOST ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"10888737","quote_2_text":"I WAS ON I 10 HEADED WEST WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I LOST THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. I HAD A VERY SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME TO CROSS 4 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO GET TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER (WHICH WAS VERY SMALL). SO THERE I SAT","quote_3_odi":"10917221","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC, MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ACCELERATION AND WARNING LIGHT/WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 10 MPH AND LIMPED TO SIDE OF ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-electrical-recall-nostart","label":"Electrical system failure and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11484035","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts. The contact's husband replaced the battery, and the vehicle restarted; however, the failure reoccurred twice","quote_2_odi":"11408346","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE COMING OUT OF A STANDSTILL, THE VEHICLE STATED \"A TRAIN MAINTENANCE NEEDED\" WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. SHORTLY AFTERWARDS SMOKE WAS COMING OUT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11326497","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V809000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-liftgate-unexpected-close","label":"Power liftgate closing unexpectedly on occupants","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11318773","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2016 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LIFTGATE INADVERTENTLY CLOSED TRAPPING HER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE PREVIOUSLY OCCURRED TWICE AND OTHERS WERE ABLE TO ASSIST HER","quote_2_odi":"11279506","quote_2_text":"WHEN LOADING GROCERIES IN THE TRUNK OF THE SUV, I HAD KEYS IN MY POCKET AND MY 8 YEAR OLD WAS LEANING OVER IN THE TRUNK PUTTING THE BAGS IN THE BACK- HER FEET WERE UNDER NEATH THE BACK OF THE CAR AND THE TRUNK STARTED CLOSING BC I WAS WITHIN RANGE FOR THE HANDLESS ENTRY","quote_3_odi":"11519580","quote_3_text":"In 2019 the rear liftgate on my 2016 Lincoln MKX would open correctly and then immediately start automatically closing causing whomever was standing at the rear of the vehicle to abruptly jump out of the way of the closing hatch to avoid serious injury","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure and coolant leak into engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11739238","quote_1_text":"The internal water pump failed, dumping a half gallon of antifreeze into the engine oil. This caused the engine to suddenly stall and lose all power while driving in the middle of active traffic, creating a severe crash hazard","quote_2_odi":"11089559","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 LINCOLN MKX. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK UNDERNEATH THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, AND THE RADIATOR AND RESERVOIR CONTAINERS WERE EMPTY","quote_3_odi":"11507461","quote_3_text":"At this months regular oils change my current mechanic Dahl ford said the water pump was leaking. The estimated repair is $5000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential and driveline failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11747526","quote_1_text":"Tuesday June 2, 2026 my car went into the shop. At which time the viscous coupler was replaced for the rear AWD differential. This was a Ford OEM Part that had failed","quote_2_odi":"11634018","quote_2_text":"The rear differential appears to be an issue on these vehicles. 2021-2022 models/vehicles were recalled for having an issue with the rear differential. Fortunately there was not an accident with my vehicle as I was able to determine that it shouldn’t be driven","quote_3_odi":"11144491","quote_3_text":"THE SUV PTO OR POWER TRANSFER UNIT OVER HEATS LEAKS GEAR OIL AND BURNS ON EXHURST PIPES. HAVE TO PULL OVER TO BREATHE AND LET COOL DOWN. DEALER SAYS IT IS A SEALED UNIT AND SHOULD NOT LEAK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-backup-camera-recall-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure pending recall parts","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11685175","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera on my 2015 Lincoln MKC stopped working. The screen is either blank or distorted, which makes it unsafe to back up since I cannot see behind the vehicle. I have not yet gone to the dealer about this issue. I see there is an active recall (25V270000) for this","quote_2_odi":"11474399","quote_2_text":"When the weather is hot (over 85F), the backup camera and alerts randomly stop working. The screen either goes black or moves up in multiple frames","quote_3_odi":"11219897","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE CAR SIT IN THE SUN OR IN DIRECT HEAT TOO LONG, THE BACK-UP CAMERA WILL NOT WORK AND ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN, IT WILL SAY CAMERA NOT WORKING, CONTACT DEALERSHIP. WHEN I PULL IN MY GARAGE AND OR THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CAR COOL DOWN, THEN THE CAMERA STARTS BACK WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-transmission-shift-cable-failure","label":"Transmission jerking and shift cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11113167","quote_1_text":"I AM THE OWNER OF A 2015 LINCOLN MKC WITH 50,406 MILES WITH A BAD TRANSMISSION. THE CAR WOULD 'JERK' AS IT AUTOMATICALLY SHIFT INTO GEAR WHEN DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY OR ON A LOCAL ROAD. THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM FOR ANY DRIVER.HAVING A 2015 MODEL CAR WITH 50,406 MILES HAVING A","quote_2_odi":"11498736","quote_2_text":"Automatic shift lever bushing broke disconnecting the shifting cable from shift arm. Immediately disabled vehicle while in motion. There has already been a recall for this for Ford products of this era, why not Lincolns? Very dangerous if this had happened at high speed!","quote_3_odi":"11568713","quote_3_text":"Out lf nowhwere with 68,000 miles on my vehicle the transmission basically failed about 12 miles from my house. A wrench came on and by the time I made it home I could barelt make it up the driveway. For this mileage this is ridiculous and I have read online about many other","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10670557","quote_1_text":"I LIVE IN THE MIDWEST AND IT WAS COLD OUTSIDE AND I WAS DRIVING HOME WITH MY BRAND NEW STATE OF THE ART LINCOLN. WHEN I WAS HEADING HOME MY CAR INDICATED LOW BATTERY, WHICH I ASSUMED WOULD CHARGE AS I CONTINUED TO DRIVE. NEXT THING I KNOW, EVERYTHING WAS TURNING OFF (ALL","quote_2_odi":"11183590","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS HAD 4 INSTANCES WHERE IT WILL NOT START AND VEHICLE NOTES THAT THE BATTERY IS LOW. THIS HAS LEFT ME STRANDED AND NEEDING A TOW OR JUMP. DEALERSHIP HAD BEEN UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE DRAW AND HAD REPLACED THE BATTERY BUT ISSUE HAS OCCURRED SINCE. I HAVE CONTACTED","quote_3_odi":"10724453","quote_3_text":"BATTER LOST ITS CHARGE (4 TIMES)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen OEM lug nuts on wheels","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11639593","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that upon inspection by the local dealer, the contact was informed that the lug nuts on all four wheels were swollen. The local dealer informed the contact that the lug nuts needed to be replaced before performing tire","quote_2_odi":"11447423","quote_2_text":"Cheap two piece lug nut design. The outer shell of the lug nut deforms to the point you can not remove the lug nut. If you get a flat tire you can possibly be stranded due to these defective lug nuts","quote_3_odi":"11462274","quote_3_text":"Had to replace all 20 lug nuts at one time on my 2015 Lincoln MKC; described as swollen; \"ACPZ *1012*H 247886 Nut","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-bcm-headlight-failure","label":"Body control module headlight and taillight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11466587","quote_1_text":"Drivers side headlight intermittently goes on and off. Signal light does not work when this happens. Have been told that headlight control module would need to be replaced, but Lincoln and Ford no longer has the part","quote_2_odi":"11475059","quote_2_text":"Our car is in excellent running and cosmetic condition. It has been well maintained and garaged and never in an accident. Recently my wife was driving and was getting angry gestures, honking, and yells from other cars. She discovered that her breaklights and blinkers were not","quote_3_odi":"11470357","quote_3_text":"Left headlight goes on and off. Dealer can’t find the problem. Has offered different very expensive options to see if it would work. One part that was told may be needed is the body control module which Lincoln and Ford has discontinued. Told they can try replacing the entire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-engine-coolant-intrusion-recall","label":"Engine failure from coolant intrusion and recall parts delay","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11606946","quote_1_text":"At 120000 miles the #3 cylinder on my 2.3 AWD 2015 Lincoln MKC blew the rings, causing the dealer to require an engine replacement for $11,000. I have spoken to several others with same engine defect. A class action lawsuit is in the works. Engine fires and unsafe driving","quote_2_odi":"11646366","quote_2_text":"Coolant is being blown out of the cars tailpipe.Opon cranking .There's a lot of white smoke.Lately every three days I have to add antifreeze to the coolant reservoir. Car was inside of my yard and parked","quote_3_odi":"11549535","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormal burning smell detected. The check engine light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, AutoNation Ford Jacksonville (10720 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-fuel-system-stalling","label":"Fuel system stalling and hard restart","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10855170","quote_1_text":"WE PURCHASED A 2015 MKC ON MARCH 31ST, 2016 NEW. WE WERE DRIVING THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH ON APRIL 10TH, 2016 AND THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. WE WERE ABLE TO MOVE THE CAR OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SO THAT TRAFFIC COULD GO AROUND US BUT THE SITUATION WAS","quote_2_odi":"11431782","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump/sensor. My vehicle died (steering column locked as well) while in motion on a busy highway. I took it to the Ford dealership and they replaced the sensor. After I picked it up from the dealership, my car died again on the same highway only this time I was in the","quote_3_odi":"11072436","quote_3_text":"GAS TANK WOULD SUCK IN AIR, BEGIN TO RUN VERY RUFF AND THEN STALL. WOULD HAVE TO OPEN THE GAS DOOR AND PUSH THE SEAL OPEN IN ORDER TO ALLOW AIR INTO THE TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11573062","quote_1_text":"The steering assist warning message came on and power steering failed twice in less than a week's time on my 2015 Lincoln MKC. It first happened while turning left and later in a parking lot at low speed shortly after I’d started the car. I could have had an accident had someone","quote_2_odi":"10950448","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OUT OF THE DRIVE WAY, THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING POWER. THE STEERING ASSIST FAULT AND THE HIIL START ASSIST SERVICE REQUEST WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS","quote_3_odi":"10820827","quote_3_text":"ON MONDAY MORNING, AS I TURNED AT APPROX 10MPH INTO A PARKING LOT, HALFWAY THROUGH THE TURN I COMPLETELY LOST THE ABILITY TO STEER CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN STRAIGHT INTO A CURB. WHEN I SAY LOSE STEERING, IT WAS UNLIKE ANYTHING I'VE EVER EXPERIENCED. AS I TURNED THE WHEEL, THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-torque-converter-failure","label":"Torque converter failure and transmission replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754775","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11666062","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint to formally report that my 2017 Lincoln MKZ experienced engine block damage due to a failed torque converter weld, a known safety defect covered under NHTSA Recall 17V-427 / 18V-390 (Ford campaign 17S16)","quote_3_odi":"11425795","quote_3_text":"I have a 2017 Lincoln mkz 2.0L 6 speed automatic transmission. The torque converter weld studs. The torque converter is on longer connected to the engine flex plate causing its ability to move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-brake-hose-line-failure","label":"Brake line or hose failure with loss of brake fluid","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11738017","quote_1_text":"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","quote_2_odi":"11478729","quote_2_text":"Front left brake hose had an immediate large leak during driving causing vehicle to lose all braking during driving. There was no warning prior to this or during the failure, no lights on dashboard, brake pedal went all the way to the floor","quote_3_odi":"11636641","quote_3_text":"On Jan. 10, 2025 all the brake fluid leaked out of my MKZ. Fortunately, this occurred a few miles from my home and was able to get the car into the drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-steering-wheel-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lockup or loss of steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11702182","quote_1_text":"After filling up with gas, started the vehicle & it displayed SEVERAL warnings regarding the steering, stability control, etc. Only about 2 miles from home","quote_2_odi":"11674743","quote_2_text":"When I stop at a stop sign & then turn right, my steering wheel locks up. It does clear up after trying to turn it but I’m stuck in traffic & cannot move because the steering is locked","quote_3_odi":"11021168","quote_3_text":"WITH THE V6 TWIN TURBO EQUIPPED FRONT WHEEL DRIVE MKZ YOU GET AN EXTRA TRILL IN ADDITION TO THE FAST ACCELLERATION . THE TORQUE STEER PROBLEM IS SO BAD THE STEERING WHEEL SNAPS OUT OF YOUR HAND AND JUMPS INTO THE ON COMMING LANE !","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-coolant-intrusion-engine","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11745431","quote_1_text":"I own a 2017 Lincoln MKZ equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine. At approximately [MILEAGE] miles, the vehicle began experiencing loss of coolant, rough running/misfire, shaking/rough start, and reduced engine performance","quote_2_odi":"11635258","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the temperature gauge would indicate that the vehicle was hot(H). In addition, the vehicle would lose power upon depression of the accelerator pedal","quote_3_odi":"11608876","quote_3_text":"I took my 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicle into my local Lincoln dealership on the morning of 8/13 due to check engine light which came on the previous week","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-infotainment-nav-malfunction","label":"Navigation and touchscreen system malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11636989","quote_1_text":"Vehicles Navigation fails to keep accurate information - offsetting by 2-3 miles of actual location, and SYNC display fails to work properly after Reverse Camera is engaged, completely freezing for 5 - 15 minutes","quote_2_odi":"11440648","quote_2_text":"Navigation fails to locate correct GPS location rendering all navigation functions useless. APIM module replaced once under warranty, now 1 year later the issue has returned","quote_3_odi":"11001069","quote_3_text":"2017 LINCOLN MKZ. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO COMPUTER TOUCH SCREEN MALFUNCTION, HEADLIGHTS CONTROL SWITCH PROBLEMS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED WITHIN THE FIRST MONTH OF PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THE TOUCH SCREEN WOULD SHUT DOWN AND REBOOT ITSELF WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-engine-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak from pan, valve cover, or head","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11536963","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2017 Lincoln MKZ 3.0L in March 2023, I experienced a loss of power and then engine stalled, fortunately I was at a stop and was able to re-start the vehicle and limp home, (which was nearby)","quote_2_odi":"11579245","quote_2_text":"The 2017 MKZ has an oil leak. I was informed during a recent state inspection and oil changed. When I left to take the car in, I noticed about a fist size spot of oil on the garage floor","quote_3_odi":"11259085","quote_3_text":"OIL PAN LEAK RTV LEAK. THIS MKZ IS LEAKING UP TO 1/4 QUART OF OIL A DAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2019-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11742458","quote_1_text":"Engine has coolant intrusion at 57,000 miles. Mechanic recommends full engine replacement","quote_2_odi":"11694422","quote_2_text":"There’s a cracked block/head gasket causing coolant to leak into the cylinders and now my engine needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11640057","quote_3_text":"Coolant intrusion to cylinder in the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2019-rearview-camera-recall-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11729070","quote_1_text":"The back up camera works intermittently. Sometimes it just has a blurry or blue screen. It has been ongoing for the last month","quote_2_odi":"11663692","quote_2_text":"When placing the vehicle in Reverse, the camera image is distorted. This problem happens intermittently but when it does, I am unable to view any potential hazards as I back up","quote_3_odi":"11727638","quote_3_text":"The rear camera recall is many many months overdue for a fix. My rear camera hasn’t worked probably in almost a year. Neither The dealership nor Ford have provided updates","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2019-recall-23v378000-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V378000 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11567720","quote_1_text":"I received a recall in July 2023 recall (23v378). It has now been six months of parking my car outdoors. I have contacted the dealership 3 times to no avail about the repair. Last contact was on 1/24/2024 no returned phone call","quote_2_odi":"11553532","quote_2_text":"Recall 23S28 on my vehicle has never been repaired. have contacted dealership several times and have been told I would have to wait for part. Three months is not acceptable . I have tried to call 888-327-4236 and line does not connect","quote_3_odi":"11543352","quote_3_text":"In June of 2023, a potential fire recall was issued. Contacted two dealerships, was told no parts available. In August 2023, a second notice regarding fire (whether car is running or parked)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11719819","quote_1_text":"Constant shattering/jerking when accelerating and trouble light on indicator on car dash indicating torque converter issues after I diagnostic it with a OBD reader. This is a known issue and should’ve been recalled a long time ago","quote_2_odi":"11692017","quote_2_text":"The Nautilus began shuddering while accelerating from about 15 to 45 mph. I took it to a Lincoln dealer and was told the transmission needed to be repaired or replaced for $7,000 plus. It has 88,000 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11246555","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION JERKS DURING AUTOMATIC SHIFTING AND AT SLOW SPEEDS ACCELERATES FORWARD. DEALER SAYS FORD IS AWARE AND THEY CAN'T REPAIR. OCCURS WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. HAPPENS EVERY TIME I DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-instrument-panel-blank","label":"Instrument panel blanks out while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11209286","quote_1_text":"19C03 RECALL WAS PERFORMED ON 4/22/19 AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL HAS GONE BLANK 7 TIMES OVER THE PAST 30 DAYS AND HAS BEEN IN THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR A TOTAL OF 3 TIMES. I AM TOLD THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE A FIX","quote_2_odi":"11191105","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON 3/22/19 AT A SPEED OF 55. I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR APROX 30 MIN WHEN MY ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT DARK. IT STAYED DARK FOR 2 MIN AND THEN CAME BACK ON AND KIND OF RE-BOOTED ITSELF","quote_3_odi":"11700996","quote_3_text":"While driving, the entire dashboard and instrument cluster intermittently go completely blank, disabling visibility of speed, gear position, warning lights, turn signals, and other critical information. The failure occurs suddenly and without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-coolant-intrusion-engine","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11747915","quote_1_text":"Known structural defect Coolant intrusion into cylinder bores TSB 22-2229 Blown head gasket","quote_2_odi":"11716472","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Lincoln Nautilus equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine experienced a sudden low-coolant warning followed by rapid overheating and complete engine shutdown in August 2025 at approximately 70,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11671774","quote_3_text":"The mechanic diagnosed that the engine was blown due to coolant intrusion in the cylinders and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-seat-belt-failure","label":"Seat belt retraction and latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11744490","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that the front driver's-side seat belt was stuck and failed to extend as needed. The contact used excessive force to extend the seat belt","quote_2_odi":"11688179","quote_2_text":"Both rear sealbelts stopped retracting. They both quit working within 2 days of each other","quote_3_odi":"11499545","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated while sitting in the rear middle seat, the seat belt retracted independently. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11337069","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING NORTH ON MD STATE HIGHWAY 235 AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11329382","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, PARTLY CLOUDY DAY, 70-75 F. HEARD CRACKING SOUND, LIKE CRUMPLING ALUMINUM FOIL FOR A FEW SECONDS BEFORE A LOUD EXPLOSION OF OVERHEAD TEMPERED GLASS SUNROOF AND GLASS FALLING DOWN ON US","quote_3_odi":"11353904","quote_3_text":"LOOKED OVER THE VEHICLE TO FIND A STRESS CRACK IN THE ROOF SURFACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-adaptive-steering-fault","label":"Adaptive steering fault and power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11725548","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed","quote_2_odi":"11700438","quote_2_text":"Adaptive Steering Fault Service Required - This warning came on while I was driving down the road. The steering wheel automatically went from a center position to the left like I was making a left turn","quote_3_odi":"11348785","quote_3_text":"LOST POWER STEERING IN MIDDLE OF DRIVING. ALMOST GOT INTO SERIOUS ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-backup-camera-blue-screen","label":"Backup camera blue-screen failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11546069","quote_1_text":"Rear camera blue screen. Screen intermittently blacks out","quote_2_odi":"11433307","quote_2_text":"The rear back-up camera regularly fails during vehicle operation, sometimes as soon as the vehicle is turned on. Turning the vehicle off and then on again will fix it temporarily","quote_3_odi":"11552137","quote_3_text":"Lincoln had a recall on the rear view camera in 2021 which I completed that did not remedy the issue of blue screen in place of the camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-transmission-slip-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and hard-shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11538750","quote_1_text":"Without notice the transmission would downshift and lunge forward. So hard that it felt like we were hit from behind","quote_2_odi":"11538273","quote_2_text":"While traveling on the freeway the transmission slipped out of gear","quote_3_odi":"11757029","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while shifted to reverse(R), and occasionally while in drive(D), the vehicle jerked violently and did not stop jerking until the brake pedal was depressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-door-release-switch-failure","label":"Interior door release switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11587577","quote_1_text":"The exit switches on both rear doors on my wife's 2020 Lincoln Aviator all of the sudden stopped working today","quote_2_odi":"11542574","quote_2_text":"The passenger door switch for the door release is inoperable which prevents the door from being opened from the inside","quote_3_odi":"11412785","quote_3_text":"DOOR RELEASE BUTTON TO UNLOCK DOOR FAILURE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN A ONE YEAR PERIOD THAT A UNLOCK BUTTON SWITCH HAS FAILED TWO DIFFERENT DOORS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass failure and water leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11524546","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof exploded without warning while traveling at 70 MPH on interstate 55 in Southaven Mississippi","quote_2_odi":"11519557","quote_2_text":"The sunroof exploded outward. We were on expressway @70 MPH and did not notice any road debris nor under any bridges at time","quote_3_odi":"11617331","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a humming sound coming from the sunroof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-park-rollaway","label":"Transmission fails to hold Park, vehicle rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11752488","quote_1_text":"My wife went to a friends house to drop something off, pulled in the driveway, pushed the Park button, got out of the vehicle, as she was walking away the car drove through their garage door","quote_2_odi":"11717852","quote_2_text":"On January 29, 2026, at approximately 4:00 PM, the vehicle experienced unintended movement while in PARK and powered off. The vehicle had been placed in Park, the engine was turned off, and the driver exited","quote_3_odi":"11756255","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into park(P), and the gear shifter could not be shifted out of park(P)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-advancetrac-warning-cascade","label":"AdvanceTrac and AWD warning-light cascade","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11591999","quote_1_text":"Driving down the road and all of a sudden multiple warnings come on the dash. They include : Service AvanceTrac, pre collision assist not available, 4WD fault service required, and Hill start assist not available","quote_2_odi":"11729043","quote_2_text":"while moving in reverse, the vehicle automatic breaking system engages on and off giving a jerking movement of the car and makes you feel like you hit something","quote_3_odi":"11523476","quote_3_text":"My warning light stating a AWD malfunction has occurred has gone off 4 times, along with warnings for malfunctions in precollision assist and hill climb assist and the light has come on 4 times for each of these","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2021-door-crack-weld","label":"Front driver door crack and broken weld","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754393","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for an oil change and trade-in, the contact was informed that the front driver’s side door had a crack and that the welding was cracked and loosened","quote_2_odi":"11708212","quote_2_text":"Door check and spot welds are broken. The car has less the 20,000 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11712734","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while opening the front driver’s door, there was a cracking sound coming from the door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2021-transmission-jerk-failure","label":"Transmission jerking, slipping, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11748565","quote_1_text":"The transmission occasionally jerks/studders between second and third at acceleration and deceleration","quote_2_odi":"11689898","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while shifted to reverse(R) and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated and then suddenly jerked backwards","quote_3_odi":"11671941","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2021-engine-cooling-recall","label":"Engine cooling recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11641344","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V635000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11631841","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V635000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11642159","quote_3_text":"Recall 24S55/24V635 was issued in October 2024, the issue with intake valves was discovered prior to October 2021. My car was manufactured in July 2021 within the time of inefficient intake valves. The problem continues to exist as there is no remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2021-backup-camera-delay-recall","label":"Back over prevention camera delay and recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11464315","quote_1_text":"My car had a 9-10 second delay from what was shown in the backup camera to what had already happened. It almost caused an accident as the camera didn't show any car in my path, but in reality, the car was stopped directly behind my car","quote_2_odi":"11686356","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under back-over prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11758219","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11755618","quote_2_text":"While in reverse of my vehicle, the back-up camera display either goes completely black, displays an error message or glitches turning itself on/off at random","quote_3_odi":"11665153","quote_3_text":"I noticed that Ford issued recalls for select 2015 vehicles in May for issues with the backup camera. I have a 2015 Lincoln MKZ that just started experiencing the same issues that were mentioned in the May 2025 Ford backup camera recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-brake-hose-rupture","label":"Brake hose rupture with sudden loss of hydraulic pressure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11461217","quote_1_text":"While driving, the right front brake hose ruptured, releasing a large amount of brake fluid, dropping the brake pedal to the floor and causing a sudden loss of braking power","quote_2_odi":"11470558","quote_2_text":"Driver side brake line ruptured for the second time.Almost got into an accident.Had to run off the road to keep from hitting another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11549458","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 - 25 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11735164","quote_1_text":"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","quote_2_odi":"11144603","quote_2_text":"ON JUNE 20TH 2018 WHILE TURNING ONTO A CITY STREET AT ABOUT 15 MILES PER HOUR THE POWER STEERING SUDDENLY FAILED LOCKING THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11306498","quote_3_text":"DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED IN THE MIDDLE LANE DURING HEAVY RAIN. SUDDENLY THE STEERING BECAME ALMOST RIGID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Automatic transmission harsh and delayed shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10983889","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION HARD SHIFT FROM 1-2 AND 3-4, STARTED EXPERIENCING PROBLEM APPROXIMATELY 24,000 MI HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP TWICE(ONCE IN FEB FOR 4 DAYS) AND SECOND TIME IN MAR FOR 7 DAYS), FIRST TIME SAID IT WAS LEAKING FLUID AND REPLACED \"O\" RING","quote_2_odi":"11351135","quote_2_text":"SHIFTING FROM GEARS 1-2 AND 3-4 ARE HARD AND/OR DELAYED","quote_3_odi":"11654602","quote_3_text":"After reading about the numerous complaints about this vehicles transmission issues I have decided to come here. The PCM and TCM need to be changed in the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11708315","quote_1_text":"Rear buckle incompatible with child booster seat, pressure has broken the buckle for the inflatable safety belts","quote_2_odi":"11490657","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side seat belt failed to unlatch from the buckle","quote_3_odi":"10949270","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V875000 (SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-electrical-multiplex-fault","label":"Airbag warning light with horn and accessory shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11367088","quote_1_text":"THE PROBLEM HAPPENING,AND AGAIN TODAY IS THAT THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT GOES ON AND THE AIR CONDITIONING STOPS WORKING AND THE POWER WINDOWS WON'T OPEN ON PASSENGER SIDE AND THE RADIO WON'T GO ON AND POWER DRIVERS SEAT MOVE BACK AND FORTH ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVING!!!!","quote_2_odi":"11079538","quote_2_text":"IN SUDDEN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS, WHEN ONES REACTION TO HITTING THE HORN TO GET THE OTHER DRIVERS ATTENTION, THE HORN DOES NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"11609996","quote_3_text":"In the middle of June 2024 (about [XXX]), my wife was driving her car, and pressed the horn button to warn a driver who had pulled out right in front of her. The horn failed to sound, and has not worked since then when pursuing the horn button","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain requiring repeated replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11489594","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that over the past year, she had replaced the battery on three separate occasions","quote_2_odi":"11153611","quote_2_text":"IN UNDER 4 YEARS/50K MILES BATTERY HAS BEEN CHANGED 4 TIMES. EVERY TIME THE CAUSE IS A BAD BATTERY AND NOT A DRAW","quote_3_odi":"11704966","quote_3_text":"While driving vehicle the engine shut down for no apparent reason. Light came on said do not attempt to drive, not safe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11496150","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while stopped at a traffic signal with her foot on the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerated to approximately 10 MPH and crashed into the rear of the vehicle in front of her","quote_2_odi":"10677105","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED ATTEMPTING TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders (2.0L EcoBoost)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11749189","quote_1_text":"2.0 Ecoboost coolant intrusion in cylinder #4 issue with block defect. Ford Motor Company wont cover issue","quote_2_odi":"11658213","quote_2_text":"I purchased a 2016 Lincoln MKC 2.0 with 96k miles on it 2 months ago, and we just discovered a coolant leak into the first cylinder, causing a cracked head gasket. The engine needs to be replaced, and will cost $15k","quote_3_odi":"11486419","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a coolant leak into cylinder #3 and the engine block needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-engine-recall-parts-delay","label":"Engine recall repair delayed by parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11592125","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11528969","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11756986","quote_1_text":"Two years waiting for recall repair (rear-backup camera). Lincoln Mfg notified that a pending recall/repair for driver's rear-camera was required. As of 08/14/2026 the repair has not been performed by Lincoln Mfg or it's agents","quote_2_odi":"11739043","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact took the vehicle for a recall repair for notice received NHTSA Campaign Number 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention)","quote_3_odi":"11619796","quote_3_text":"Faulty rear camera system. When reversing the vehicle, the infotainment screen shows a turbulent gray static screen rather than a rear view of the vehicle. Extreme safety concern and hazard. Issue is recurring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-transmission-shift-quality","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and gear-shifter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11678022","quote_1_text":"Was at the Drive-thru ordering speaker and the car would not shift out of park and could not manually be shifted into neutral so the car could be moved. Drive-thru ordering window was blocked for 16 hyrs. Had to have the car towed with dolly","quote_2_odi":"11553932","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that she started the vehicle and when she shifted the gear shifter into drive, the gear shifted into neutral instead. The contact stated that she noticed that the park mode light was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11165541","quote_3_text":"WHEN VEHICLE IS SLOWED (EVEN SLIGHTLY) BY DEACCELERATING OR SPED UP BY ACCELERATING THE SHIFTING SUDDENING AND HARSHLY GRABS AND LURCHES EFFECTING VEHICLE STABILITY. THE IMPACT IS VERY PRONOUNCED AND AUDIBLY LOUD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"FIRERELATED","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11593936","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while an employee was driving at an undisclosed speed, he observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment, prompting him to pull to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11509731","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unattended, the vehicle caught on fire","quote_3_odi":"11472910","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked unattended in the garage, it caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2017-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure preventing door from opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11717009","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact was unable to open the rear doors after several attempts","quote_2_odi":"11639706","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while pulling out of a parking spot, the message \"Driver door latch not engaging\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that all four door locks needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11726206","quote_3_text":"The rear doors on my 2017 Lincoln Continental do not open from the outside when the exterior handle button is pressed. The doors do open from the inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2017-backup-camera-fog","label":"Rearview camera fogging or distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11570489","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while reversing, the rear-view camera display was foggy or displayed a distorted image. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11511580","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated upon reversing, the rearview camera was significantly foggy, impairing his vision of the road. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11516879","quote_3_text":"2017 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 22V-644. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER ON THREE OCCASSIONS AND INFORMED THE PARTS WERENT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2017-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss of resistance or travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11731147","quote_1_text":"Vehicle: 2017 Lincoln Continental Black Label VIN: [XXX] I am reporting a seriously catastrophic brake system safety failure","quote_2_odi":"11617836","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH and coming upon a red traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard","quote_3_odi":"11541443","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while driving approximately 35–40 MPH, the parking brake activated, causing the driver to swerve, as the tires squealed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2017-seat-airbag-structural-failure","label":"Seat bracket and side airbag housing failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11032135","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE SEAT BRACKET BROKE OFF WHEN GETTING INTO CAR. DEALER TOOK CAR AND REPAIRED SEAT. SIDE AIRBAG CASE WAS ALSO SPLIT AND AIRBAG WAS VISIBLE TO THE EYE","quote_2_odi":"11192000","quote_2_text":"THE SIDE AIR BAGS ON THE FRONT SEATS KEEP SPITTING OPEN. THEY ARE NOT DEPLOYING BUT YOU CAN SEE AIRBAG IS EXPOSED. WORRIED THEY WILL DEPLOY UNEXPECTEDLY","quote_3_odi":"11443191","quote_3_text":"I turned on my heated seats and felt my back burning. I turned it off and called the dealer immediately and noted my brand new winter arctic coat had a hole in it, the seat had a hole in the air bladder of the seat and the entire car was smelling of burning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-transmission-shifting","label":"Unexpected transmission shifting and gear loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11744182","quote_1_text":"On Saturday, June 13th, 2026, while merging on to the I-10 freeway heading east, completly without warning, my transmission dropped completely out of gear cancelling acceleration and acted like I had put the transmission in neutral (I had NOT)","quote_2_odi":"11692611","quote_2_text":"To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious and costly transmission issue with my 2019 Lincoln Navigator. At approximately 114,000 miles, the vehicle’s transmission failed and required a full rebuild","quote_3_odi":"11514140","quote_3_text":"The 10 speed transmission in our car shudders and vibrates badly and gets stuck in very high gears. The problem happens most often between 17-23 miles per hour, and is most noticeable on inclines","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cold start engine rattle from cam phaser or VCT failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11626154","quote_1_text":"POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION/REDUCED POWER while on the highway! Low boost power malfunction causing excessive fuel and oil consumption, spinning/timing misfire, and reduced speed! Check engine light and powertrain malfunction lights later indicated P0365 and P0369 error codes","quote_2_odi":"11619643","quote_2_text":"My vehicle fits all criteria for CSP 21B10 and CSP 21N03. The vehicle has 75714 miles whereas 21N03 covers up to 79,999 on this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11607366","quote_3_text":"the engine rattles and knocks with cold start. in reviewing online, this is a very common problem. The dealership told me their service lot is full of navigators needing to have CAM? replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-backup-camera-recall","label":"Backup camera failure and back-over prevention recall delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11649575","quote_1_text":"After the recall on the backup camera the image processing unit (IPMB) has gone bad and the car does not display any camera information views (back up, front, 360 degree). I believe this is also related to the back up camera recall and should be addressed","quote_2_odi":"11575948","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V598000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11489383","quote_3_text":"Back up camera does not work all the time most of the time, camera does not come on when in reverse or when camera button is pressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Loss of steering control while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11754279","quote_1_text":"Yesterday while driving on I-65 my car all of a sudden seemed to by hydroplaning even thought no water on the water and steering was super unstable and not able to control the vehicle. I had to pull off the side and drive with flashers all the way while driving at a slow speed","quote_2_odi":"11693893","quote_2_text":"complete loss of steering control while driving , after a turn or without a turn. It feels like the steering wheel completely disconnected from the wheel control","quote_3_odi":"11502626","quote_3_text":"1.13.23 hearing a sound when turning left. No warning 1.13.23 drove off a mountain where we live to take my daughter to her basketball game. Approximately 7:10 p.m my daughter and I heard a loud sound. The suv pulled us left into oncoming traffic!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-seatbelt-pretensioner","label":"Seat belt pretensioner deployment and retractor seizure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11758530","quote_1_text":"While a passenger was riding in the company-owned Lincoln Navigator, the front passenger seat belt suddenly tightened with significant force without a collision or other apparent triggering event","quote_2_odi":"11682077","quote_2_text":"I was driving the car at approximately 10 miles/hr (slowly accelerating after stopping at a traffic light), when I heard a loud bang / explosion. This was accompanied by a feeling like I had been struck in the chest. However, there was no collision to the car","quote_3_odi":"11608534","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE SECOND ROW SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONERS DEPLOY AND MY KIDS CAN’T LOOSEN THE SEATBELT TO PUT IT ON. WE HAVE TO THEN PUT OUT KIDS IN THE THIRD ROW OR MESS WITH IT FOR 10 minutes TO GET IT TO RELEASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-electrical-system-failure","label":"Dashboard, infotainment, and electrical panel failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11743645","quote_1_text":"Around mid XXX got into my vehicle I started it up my navigation screen was black and no music would play did not know why it was not working anymore","quote_2_odi":"11572663","quote_2_text":"The entire electrical panel went out and therefore I was unable to see the speed I was going, how much gas I had, etc. This happened after I turned my truck back on at the gas station. It was working fine prior to turning vehicle off","quote_3_odi":"11483353","quote_3_text":"Vehicle dies while in Drive. Message shows \"AUTO STARTSTOP SHIFT TO P, THEN RESTART ENGINE\". Dealer advised low battery voltage causing it, but vehicle starts without issue when shifting to P. Battery is only 2.5 years old","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera failure or blank display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11735998","quote_1_text":"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","quote_2_odi":"11686316","quote_2_text":"I have had this problem now for over a year, the backup camera on my 2016 Lincoln MKZ shows a panoramic view of the rear but things are reversed, left is on the right side and visa versa or the screen goes blank and a message states camera unavailable contact dealership","quote_3_odi":"11674318","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera was inoperable, and the message \"Camera Is Unavailable\" was displayed. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11726289","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became loose, and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The contact stated that the front end made an abnormal humming sound. The vehicle experienced a loss of","quote_2_odi":"11443082","quote_2_text":"Owner of 2016 MKZ Hybrid 65870 miles Loss of electronic power steering and Advance Trac Soon after replacement of Bolt under recall 19R02 I heard friction/grinding when turning steering wheel. Oct 1, 2021 I contacted Parks Lincoln of Tampa for a diagnostic and they told me the","quote_3_odi":"11433094","quote_3_text":"Our power steering went out while driving into town. I'm lucky my husband was driving because it was so hard to turn the car to get to a safe location. Honolulu Ford stated we have a faulty steering rack and there is a recall for this issue 19V632000 but our car is not on the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-front-brake-hose-leak","label":"Front brake hose leak and loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11476282","quote_1_text":"While driving, my passenger front brake line bursted. This is not normal and should not have happened. I had my kids in the car. I was able to coast into a parking lot to get off the road. There was no road hazards either at the time of the incident. There is no know cause to me","quote_2_odi":"11485863","quote_2_text":"Sunday, Sept 11, 2022, 2:55 pm. Was stopped at light at 16/Mound in Warren, MI. My car lurched forward while I had my foot firmly on Brake, the brakes had failed, but no warning lamps were activated till after the crash. I bumped the vehicle in front of me, an older model Jeep","quote_3_odi":"11519987","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-ecoboost-coolant-intrusion","label":"Engine coolant intrusion requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11666907","quote_1_text":"My MKZ started slowly losing coolant and running rough particularly upon starting the engine. Two days later the overheating warning came on and I pulled over and shut off the engine. Sioux Falls Ford has diagnosed it as coolant intrusion in the engine requiring a new engine","quote_2_odi":"11664541","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated with smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle lost","quote_3_odi":"11536595","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the contact smelled a odor of burning. The contact was able to pull over into a parking lot and examined under the hood and notice that coolant had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag inflator recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10959933","quote_1_text":"SAFETY RECALL NOT COMPLETED I FEAR I WILL GET INTO A CRASH AND BE KILLED FROM FLYING METAL FROM AIR BAG. WHAT IS GOING ON? WHY IS THIS NOT TAKEN CARE OF?","quote_2_odi":"11143881","quote_2_text":"MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY RESULTING IN ME HAVING LIFE-LONG INJURIES. I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT IN AUGUST 31ST, 2017. I T-BONED A VEHICLE THAT CAME OUT OF A PARKING LOT ILLEGALLY RESULTING IN THE ACCIDENT. MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. IF THEY HAD I WOULD NOT HAVE SUSTAINED THE INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11042256","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL-NEED TO REPLACE AIR BAGS BUT NO COMMUNICATION FROM DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-exhaust-odor-cabin","label":"Exhaust odor and carbon monoxide entering cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11244588","quote_1_text":"HAS CARBON MONOXIDE IN THE CABIN ON HIGHWAY DRIVING . I HAVE A CO METER AS I HAVE HAD THE CAR IN TO DEALER 7 TIMES FOR SAME ISSUE & IT IS STILL NOT FIXED. THEY NOW CLAIM IT IS OK BUT STILL HAVE 15 PPM IN 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND LEVEL STILL RISING. THEY SAY THIS IS","quote_2_odi":"11229749","quote_2_text":"DURING HARD ACCELERATION, THE SMELL OF ROTTEN EGGS ENTERS THE CABIN REGARDLESS OF WHAT TYPE OF FAN IS BLOWING (AIR CONDITIONING - FRESH AIR OR RECIRCULATE). LINCOLN UNDER A TSB CLAIMED THAT THEY FIXED THE PROBLEM BY RESEALING THE REAR SEALS TO THE REAR HATCH. THE SMELL CONTINUES","quote_3_odi":"11014999","quote_3_text":"STRONG SMELL OF ROTTEN EGGS IN PASSENGER CABIN. BECAME STRONGER AS VEHICLE SPEED INCREASES . A/C IN USE. ALL PASSENGERS DEVELOPED HEADACHES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-battery-cable-recall-delay","label":"Battery cable chafe recall parts delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11348542","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V226000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MAC HAIK JACKSON CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM","quote_2_odi":"11330304","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V809000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED TO PUGMIRE LINCOLN OF MARIETTA (1865 COBB PKWY SE, MARIETTA, GA 30060;","quote_3_odi":"11398634","quote_3_text":"NHTSA 19V-809 BATTERY CABLE MAY CHAFE & CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHORT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-lug-nut-swelling","label":"Swollen wheel lug nuts","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11563156","quote_1_text":"I took Automobile in for 4 new tires and the tire shop had to replace 5 Lug Nuts","quote_2_odi":"11519266","quote_2_text":"Lug nuts are swollen and almost impossible to remove. I could not change a flat tire. Firestone insisted that I needed to replace the lug nuts. Apparently this is a known Ford/Lincoln problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-over prevention camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11728794","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that after the vehicle was serviced by the dealer under an undisclosed recall repair, the rearview camera and other driver-assisted features became inoperable. The camera was functioning properly prior to the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11691700","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera displayed a black screen. The contact stated that the failure impaired the ability to operate the vehicle safely. In addition, the contact stated that the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-brake-hose-leak-recall","label":"Rear brake hose leak and pedal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11745876","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle veered to the right. Additionally, the vehicle shuddered while slowing down and while making a turn. The contact stated that while driving downhill and depressing the brake","quote_2_odi":"11723951","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The brake pedal was soft and spongy. In addition, the service brake warning light was illuminated. The","quote_3_odi":"11686688","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving approximately 30-40 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle was coasted downhill to decelerate. The contact pulled into a parking lot and engaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-engine-stall-driving","label":"Engine stall or shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11514440","quote_1_text":"The contact owns 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while driving at highway speeds. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11361482","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEED'S THE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN WITH NO THROTTLE RESPONSE OR ACCELERATION. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AT THAT POINT THE ENGINE IS AT A VERY SLOW AND ROUGH IDLE WITH THE ORANGE SERVICE WRENCH AND WARNING LIGHTS","quote_3_odi":"11182361","quote_3_text":"THE CAR SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING. IT HAS HAPPENED 6 TIMES IN THE LAST 3 MONTHS. THE POWER STEERING SHUTS OFF AND THE CAR COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE YOU ARE ABLE TO TRY TO RESTART THE CAR. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WHEN THIS HAPPENS ON A BUSY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2018-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11735495","quote_1_text":"Dealer confirmed there is a coolant intrusion in the engine and the engine needs to be replaced due to a known defect","quote_2_odi":"11675995","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed coolant intrusion into the engine and that the engine","quote_3_odi":"11605925","quote_3_text":"I purchased car in Septemver of 2023, in May of 2024 I started ha jng issues with it misfiring and a mechanic told me I had a coolant leaking. in June 2024 I had to take it to a mechanic as an emergency as it wasn't driving properly. I was then informed that I need a new engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2018-back-over-prevention-camera","label":"Back-over prevention camera recall repair delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11696082","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11715220","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while shifted in reverse(R), the rearview camera failed displayed","quote_3_odi":"11694841","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2018-swollen-wheel-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen wheel lug nuts preventing removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11514948","quote_1_text":"When purchasing new tires today, we were informed that we needed to replace the lug nuts as the lug nut wrench no longer fit the top of the nuts. We were told that they often have this problem with Lincolns and some Fords. He said they could \"force\" the old ones back on, but the","quote_2_odi":"11496612","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while at the dealer for routine maintenance, the mechanic discovered multiple wheel lug nuts had swollen and the wheels could not be removed using the standard wrench supplied by the manufacturer. The contact indicated","quote_3_odi":"11486500","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that upon having the tires serviced by an independent mechanic, the mechanic informed him that all the lug nuts were swollen and difficult to be removed. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was given an","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2018-fire-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Underhood fire recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11550438","quote_1_text":"My car was recalled by Lincoln in May 2023 because a battery sensor causes the car to catch on fire anytime, on or off. I have had my car in to Lincoln 2 times since then and there are no parts to fix the recall. Lincoln says the sensors are on back order and they don't know","quote_2_odi":"11546564","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) 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","quote_3_odi":"11535277","quote_3_text":"My car has 2 recalls 1. RISK OF UNDERHOOD FIRE and 2. pcm reprogramming recall, Took my car to Lincoln service center they only fixed the 2nd one which is the PCM reprogramming. They called me and said my car is ready for pick up. After couple of hours I’ll check in your website","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cold-start engine rattle from cam phaser wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11666759","quote_1_text":"cam phasers rattle during cold starts","quote_2_odi":"11440952","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of Manufacturer Recall Number: 21B10 (CAM Phaser PCM Reprogram). The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer performed the recall repair. After the recall repair, the","quote_3_odi":"11627515","quote_3_text":"The car rattles very loudly upon starting every time it is started. I have lost acceleration power while driving through intersections. I took to dealership and it is confirmed it is the cam phasers. No lights have come on in dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-backup-camera-blackout","label":"Back-up camera image loss in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11433943","quote_1_text":"The rear backup camera is not working when you put the vehicle in reverse. I was told it was an issue with the camera, they replaced the camera - which I paid for - and its still not working! Then they said its not the camera - again, I paid for a NEW camera, and they still have","quote_2_odi":"11353078","quote_2_text":"THE BACK-UP CAMERA SYSTEM IS INOPERABLE. WHEN VEHICLE IS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, THE SCREEN THAT IS SUPPOSED TO DISPLAY AN IMAGE FROM THE BACK-UP CAMERA OF THE AREA BEHIND THE VEHICLE IS BLACKED OUT. I WAS INFORMED BY MY LOCAL LINCOLN DEALER'S SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THE BACK-UP","quote_3_odi":"11584926","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V598000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that on three occasions while in reverse, the back over","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-liftgate-unexpected","label":"Power liftgate unexpected opening or closing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11749952","quote_1_text":"The other weekend, we were unloading the back of the Lincoln when all of a sudden the liftgate came down on us. Fortunately, we were able to back away in time... Later that weekend, my son was unloading the back and it came down and hit him in the head to the point it made him","quote_2_odi":"11187451","quote_2_text":"BACK LIFTGATE OPENS RANDOMENLY. DEALER HAS REPLACED TWO PARTS INVOLVED AND HAPPENED AGAIN YESTERDAY. SEEMS TO BE WHEN YOU SHUT ONE OF THE FRONT DOORS FIRMLY AND LOCK THE CAR W KEYFOB TWICE. I SUSPECT THE AIR PRESSURE FROM SHUTTING DOOR AND KEYFOB ACTION CAUSE THIS. BUT PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-steering-column-noise","label":"Steering column noise and adjustment failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11706095","quote_1_text":"Within days of delivery, I observed a metallic contact noise originating from beneath the steering column. The noise occurs consistently when the vehicle is turned off, within one to three seconds after ignition off, and intermittently while driving during steering input","quote_2_odi":"11610402","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a clunking noise coming from the steering column while turning the steering wheel in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the","quote_3_odi":"11327611","quote_3_text":"STARTED VEHICLE AND WENT TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL I PUSHED THE DOWN BUTTON TO LOWER AND STEERING WHEEL DROPPED. STEERING WHEEL IS NO LONGER ABLE TO ADJUST UP OR DOWN ONLY FORWARD AND BACKWARD. WHEN PUSHING THE UP/DOWN BUTTON A GRINDING SOUND OCCURS. WHEN DRIVING STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-power-mirror-drift","label":"Power side mirror unexpected adjustment","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11615121","quote_1_text":"The side mirrors, which are power adjusted, either will not properly adjust to the same setting when they first fold out when you start the car, or they will start moving when you start driving. This happens nearly every time the car is started. I have talked to fellow Ford","quote_2_odi":"11587039","quote_2_text":"There are no warning indicators or messages. The power mirrors will randomly start adjusting or switching into a position where they start clicking because they're too far over. Even when you try to turn the mirror button off, or close the mirrors and reopen them, the mirror","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Transmission hard shifting and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11747391","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the transmission seized, and the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated during the failure. Additionally, the brake warning","quote_2_odi":"11729987","quote_2_text":"1. transmission shifts hard and/or seems to shift to neutral and losing forward propulsion 2. or loud clunk followed by shuddering and no control 3. no control means unsafe driving conditions particularly if closer to other vehicles 4. dealer quoted some mumbo/jumbo about","quote_3_odi":"11598654","quote_3_text":"The transmission doesn't respond several times and could not picking up speed up hill. There were twice the transmission stopped working, the car could not move and stopped in intersection at traffic light. The problem was first reported to Lincoln during 6 years/70,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-seat-belt-retractor","label":"Seat belt retractor and pretensioner malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11662003","quote_1_text":"MAY 19 2025 MY WIFE WENT TO A LOCAL BAKERY TO GET SOME BREAD, WHEN SHE PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARKING A LOUD BANG IN HER LEFT SIDE WAS HEARD SHE DESCRIBE IT AS A GUNSHOT NOISE, ALSO BURNING SMELL AS FIREWORKS, THE SEATBEALT RETRACTED HURTING HER CHEST AND PART OF THE NECK, SHE DID","quote_2_odi":"11631398","quote_2_text":"The passenger side seatbelt will not retract or move (Locked in position that will not allow the passenger to buckle the belt)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-tail-light-water-intrusion","label":"Tail and brake light failure from water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11749573","quote_1_text":"I recently had to pay CarMax $1,083 to replace my right rear (tailgate mounted) turn signal assembly. CarMax said the issue was due to a seal failing on the light assembly which allowed water to enter the unit and short out the LED unit","quote_2_odi":"11735512","quote_2_text":"vehicles rear tail and signal lights failed, no rear signaling to traffic behind said vehicle. Lincoln has a recall on 2024-2025 corsairs for this issue but earlier models do not have this recall but the same issue are on the earlier models","quote_3_odi":"11731876","quote_3_text":"Brake Light failure from water intrusion with less than 40k miles. Repair Invoice was $845","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-liftgate-hood-failure","label":"Rear liftgate, trunk, and hood latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11688427","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rear driver’s side liftgate bar had malfunctioned, and the spring had fractured into four pieces. The contact was concerned that the liftgate failed to remain open due to the failure","quote_2_odi":"11320699","quote_2_text":"HOOD DOES NOT CLOSE PROPERLY AFTER OPENING. IT SEEMS THAT THE LATCH IS MISALIGNED. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11546999","quote_1_text":"We were traveling east on I-80 just before exit 151. When the panoramic sunroof exploded in the corsair. The sound was as loud as a gun shot going off by your head, I was lucky that the sound did not cause me to veer into another lane and cause a multi vehicle accident","quote_2_odi":"11427242","quote_2_text":"The moon roof (the rear one that does not open) shattered for no apparent reason! The glass broke into many pieces and fell inside the car . I have no idea what could have caused this I was not driving and was not parked beneath anything?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-camera-recall-delay","label":"Rearview camera failure amid recall parts delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11723856","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to reverse(R), the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera failed to function properly during inclement weather","quote_2_odi":"11470560","quote_2_text":"The rear video camera when I attempted to back up failed and no rear video image just a blue screen. This happened today (06/22/2022)","quote_3_odi":"11549475","quote_3_text":"360 camera recall issue still persists incredibly frequently. Pretty much every drive. Backup camera when it does work, is severely lagging and delaying which could result in a collision if using","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-engine-coolant-intrusion","label":"Engine coolant intrusion causing overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11665524","quote_1_text":"The issue was the engine overheated without any warning lights. I requested they diagnose the problem and provide me with the diagnosis and cost","quote_2_odi":"11665532","quote_2_text":"On may 26 2025 I had travel approximately 200 miles since the repairs from Keller Ford I travel to Los Angeles CA. Before I arrived at my destination the exact same problem reoccured. With out any warning light my car overheated and white smoke came out of the tail pipe","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Transmission clutch failure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11730904","quote_1_text":"The powertrain control system has detected one of the transmission clutches did not apply within the expected time as expected. It has resulted in delayed and harsh shifts to another gear and sometimes does not","quote_2_odi":"11538495","quote_2_text":"While driving with cruise control set, an pre-collision assist not available warning showed on the dashboard. Cruise control automatically switched off and the immediately slowed even when pressing the gas pedal","quote_3_odi":"11724944","quote_3_text":"On the transmission the endcap was missing a bolt that caused the transmission to leak that caused the transmission to fail. The second incident this that Lincoln corsair had a electrical blackout in the middle of driving on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11639564","quote_1_text":"The computer system in the car completely shut down on the middle of driving","quote_2_odi":"11489476","quote_2_text":"Electrical system totally shuts down and car is dead.This happened 4 times.The battery is not dead but the electrical system shuts it down.You have to jump or separate battery to re activate system.Last incident not even emergency key worked to open the car.Danger is if someone","quote_3_odi":"11426695","quote_3_text":"Issue with damage done to wiring by rats, because of soy based wire covering. Vehicle will intermittently not start, all dash board lights flash, or engine will turn off. The service advisor knew this as well as salesperson","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2017-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11541058","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The Backup Camera works maybe 50% of the times that I attempt to back up. I understand that Lincoln has a recall on other Lincoln vehicles for this issue, but not for the Navigator. The Cross Traffic Alert does not work","quote_2_odi":"11671843","quote_2_text":"Back-up camera quit working about 3 months ago, 2025. There is a recall for the 2018 cameras but this is a 2017. Please include the 2017 year in the recall list. This issue poses a safety hazard when backing","quote_3_odi":"11575290","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while reversing, the rear-view camera image was blue. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while reversing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2017-mirror-step-light-recall-disconnect","label":"Side mirror step light disconnected under recall","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11671838","quote_1_text":"Recall number 25S08 for side mirror lighting, the disconnect remedy is unacceptable. These side lights provide safety measures for exiting and entering the vehicle. As older adults seeing the fold out step in the dark is necessary","quote_2_odi":"11656186","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V091000 (Visibility); and the remedy was available, and the vehicle was scheduled for the repair","quote_3_odi":"11652608","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V091000 (VISIBILITY); however, the contact was concerned that the recall repair was not an adequate fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2017-brake-master-cylinder-booster-leak","label":"Brake master cylinder and booster fluid leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11434939","quote_1_text":"The brakes on my car stopped working and this caused me to crash into a wall. This accident caused by my brakes failing nearly killed me and put others at risk. There were no recalls, or warnings about the brakes failing before the accident","quote_2_odi":"11724124","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has a severe brake fluid leak. There is a recall for the issue. I called the local Lincoln dealership Ford Mill Lincoln SC and they said there was nothing they could do","quote_3_odi":"11541972","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal due to traffic ahead; however, the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The contact stated he was forced to swerve into the next lane to avoid a crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2017-fuel-propulsion-malfunction","label":"Fuel/propulsion system malfunction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11630287","quote_1_text":"I’m a snowbird and in the past 18 months, of which I was in Iowa for 12 months of this time, the dealership has replaced the fuel pump five times. I’m scared to take this vehicle out on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11687841","quote_2_text":"The throttle body went bad while driving 55mph and 35mph. Over 5 times I could not accelerate while stepping on the gas peddle and it would stall out trying to get it to ford on the same road for 5 miles","quote_3_odi":"11721335","quote_3_text":"My crank case is filled with gas when I pull the dipstick out. It drips like water","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2019-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure allowing door to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11726717","quote_1_text":"Drivers door latch is failing to engage properly making it so the door can not closed right away. No matter how you close the door it always pushes right back open sometimes the door will semi latch but still poses the hazard of opening while driving","quote_2_odi":"11670068","quote_2_text":"Door opens while driving Door latch failure","quote_3_odi":"11659030","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that upon gently closing the driver's side door, the door cinch system failed to activate as expected. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2019-door-wont-open-trapped","label":"Door fails to open, trapping occupants inside","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11734389","quote_1_text":"We are unable to open the rear exterior doors from the outside of the car. We have confirmed on numerous occassions doors are unlocked and there are no child safety locks on . This is becoming a very dangerous situation","quote_2_odi":"11413537","quote_2_text":"AFTER THIS TIME I COULD NOT RELEASE THE DOOR LOCKS WITH THE KEYLESS REMOTE, I AM PARTIALLY DISABLED AND HAD TO CLIMB OVER THE FRONT SEATS TO MANUALLY RELEASE THE DRIVER'S DOOR! I WAS TRAPPED AND MY CLIENT WAS VERY UPSET","quote_3_odi":"11537236","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that the front driver’s side door failed to open while attempting to exit the vehicle. The contact was forced to use the exterior door handle to open the door to exit the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2019-backup-camera-cloudy","label":"Backup camera image cloudy or foggy in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11530119","quote_1_text":"2019 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL- I am writing regarding the subject recall (Safety Recall Notice 22551 NHTSA Recall 22V644) involving a cloudy rear view camera on my vehicle. I have checked periodically to have my vehicle repaired. Each time, for at least 10 months, I get the same","quote_2_odi":"11501476","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while reversing, the backup camera image was very distorted, foggy, and cloudy. The contact later received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V644000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2019-adaptive-steering-fault","label":"Adaptive steering fault and unintended wheel turn","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11667161","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel turned approximately 90-degrees counterclockwise unintendedly while the vehicle continued driving straight. The message \"Adaptive Steering Fault - Service Now\" was","quote_2_odi":"11622730","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Lincoln Continental has been displaying an adaptive steering failure message for over 8 months now. I have taken the vehicle to multiple dealership and they just tell me the part is on back order","quote_3_odi":"11482964","quote_3_text":"Recently purchased this vehicle, it’s got a different problem all the time usually electronics. The other day I was in a fender bender because I’m driving with the steering wheel 30-45 degrees to the right just so I can drive safe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-up camera failure and image distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11733790","quote_1_text":"REAR VIEW CAMERA REPLACEMENT IF REQUIRED AFTER DEALER EVALUATION","quote_2_odi":"11528446","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was reversing in the rain, the back-up camera image was distorted. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the failure might be due to a leak","quote_3_odi":"11427694","quote_3_text":"The contact also stated that soon after receiving the recall notice, the back over prevention camera failed to operate. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-speed-control-malfunction","label":"Cruise control and traction control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11617686","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving downhill at 55 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle failed to maintain the set speed and accelerated to 70-75 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11484267","quote_2_text":"When accelerating onto the interstate the traction control engages without a warning light. It occurs on dry pavement. The acceleration is not excessive and there is no loss of traction","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-transmission-jerk","label":"Transmission jerking and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11759875","quote_1_text":"Hennessey Lincoln in Atlanta repaired my car in June 2026. My Torque converter needed to be replaced. My car was there over 20 days. Two weeks after getting it back from shop it started jerking and smoking. It needed another torque converter replacement","quote_2_odi":"11689032","quote_2_text":"Transmission bucking and slow under 40 mph. brought to dealers attention. Car only 5 years old. Diagnostics resulted in internal fault , excessive slippage and torque converter chatter. Told that I could easily breakdown at any time if transmission not replaced","quote_3_odi":"11695215","quote_3_text":"Transmission complete failure. It is available at the dealer. Where I had it towed. Went out on highway. Everyone using the turnpike highway was in danger. Slowed vehicle to little more than idle speed, in road construction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-brake-light-failure","label":"High mount brake light failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11731491","quote_1_text":"3rd brake light not working , they have had this issue over several years such as recall on 2025 (25C39) burnt diode in the LED Driver Modules and may cause other lighting failures","quote_2_odi":"11561745","quote_2_text":"High mount brake light failure (2nd occurrence) November 2023 at 13,400 miles. Vehicle was repaired under warranty. This occurrence appears to be a repeated faulty part. Failure of high mount brake light creates rear collision potential in low visibility scenarios","quote_3_odi":"11553530","quote_3_text":"High mount brake light (or third brake light) failure occurred September 2022 at 8,000 miles. Vehicle was repaired under warranty. Failure of high mount brake light creates rear collision potential in low visibility scenarios","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-wheel-stud-lug-nut","label":"Wheel stud and lug nut hardware failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11724795","quote_1_text":"While driving, the wheel assembly failed due to damaged or missing wheel studs, causing the wheel to detach/loosen from the vehicle. This created an extreme safety hazard and risk of serious injury or death","quote_2_odi":"11601751","quote_2_text":"When I took the vehicle in for service, I had to replace all 20 lug nuts as the dealer service department reported they were \"swollen\" and they were unable to complete the tire rotation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system battery drain leaving vehicle inoperable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11601982","quote_1_text":"My car has an unknown electrical issue that causes the car battery to completely drain and the car unable to turn on. It first started in August 2023 and after months of time at the dealership, Lincoln has never determined the cause or been able to fix it and it continues to","quote_2_odi":"11388698","quote_2_text":"WE'VE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR A LITTLE LESS THAN TWO MONTHS. THE APP STARTED SENDING NOTIFICATIONS ABOUT THE CAR GOING INTO DEEP SLEEP AND NEEDING TO CONSERVE BATTERY WITHIN A WEEK AFTER PURCHASE. WE WERE UNABLE TO USE REMOTE UNLOCK OR START. JAN 10, IT WAS DEAD AFTER SITTING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-seatbelt-pretensioner","label":"Seat belt pretensioner deployment without collision","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11758614","quote_1_text":"On August 20, 2026, I was driving my 2020 Lincoln Navigator and came to a complete stop at a traffic light. While I was sitting stationary at the light, with no collision, impact, sudden braking, or other event, I suddenly heard a very loud noise that sounded like a gunshot. At","quote_2_odi":"11751851","quote_2_text":"The contact owns 2020 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, occupied with his wife in the vehicle, he heard a loud explosion noise coming from inside the vehicle, and as his wife leaning forward the seat belt deployed on his front passenger side of the","quote_3_odi":"11670363","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V197000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-trans-neutral-out","label":"Transmission neutral-out and harsh re-engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11758346","quote_1_text":"On August 20, 2026, while traveling about 45 MPH, I accelerated to merge onto a highway while passing a slow-moving semi, with traffic approaching from behind. The transmission unexpectedly disengaged and the vehicle completely lost propulsion. The gear indicator showed Neutral","quote_2_odi":"11679242","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], while traveling at approximately 70 mph on [XXX], my 2020 Lincoln Navigator suddenly downshifted, free-wheeled into neutral, then violently re-engaged into a lower gear, chirping the rear tires and nearly causing a collision. The vehicle displayed a \"Shift System","quote_3_odi":"11564489","quote_3_text":"When driving, if the accelerator pedal is depressed to merge into the highway or overtake other vehicles, the vehicle abruptly stops accelerating, and the RPM reaches max revs. The vehicle quickly loses momentum until it abruptly slams back into gear, causing a loud bang and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-trans-overheat-leak","label":"Transmission overheating and fluid leak after rebuild","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11562810","quote_1_text":"Vehicle set on adaptive cruise control, car accelerated to get back up to set speed and had a hard \"clunk\" sound. Driver turned off cruise control and attempted to accelerate vehicle. Vehicle tachometer revved up, transmission didn't shift properly, still shifting hard or not","quote_2_odi":"11562917","quote_2_text":"Driving vehicle for an approximately 70 miles highway trip, the vehicle was experiencing some hard shifts/poor shift quality prior to overheating. Temperature in vehicle for the transmission was reading 237 degree Fahrenheit when we stopped at a light after exiting the highway","quote_3_odi":"11735680","quote_3_text":"2020 Lincoln Navigator, 10R80 transmission. Following two full transmission replacements, torque converter replacement, valve body replacement, and transmission pump repair, vehicle continues to exhibit hesitation under acceleration, harsh and delayed shifting, loss of power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-engine-failure","label":"Premature engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11717154","quote_1_text":"Regularly maintained 2020 Lincoln Navigator at 78,000 miles experienced engine failure with no warning. No check engine light until we experienced power issues and engine shuttering. We took the vehicle directly to the mechanic within an hour of check engine light. They changed","quote_2_odi":"11683838","quote_2_text":"Catastrophic engine failure on 2020 Lincoln Navigator at 93,000 miles. Oil contamination in cylinder 6 caused complete compression loss due to piston ring failure. The engine suffers from failed cam phases and excessive carbon build up which are known failure points of this","quote_3_odi":"11539842","quote_3_text":"Vehicle will abruptly lose power when accelerating to pass. Typically when travelling between 40 and 60 miles an hour and while accelerating to merge or pass. Vehicle basically stalls. Creates extremely dangerous situation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"mkt-2015-panoramic-roof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic/sunroof glass shattering while driving or parked","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11752449","quote_1_text":"Panoramic Ceiling exploded while driving. No one was around me nor was it in bad weather. My entire drive home the glass was falling into the liner and down the side of the car","quote_2_odi":"11302398","quote_2_text":"WE BELIEVE THE MOONROOF SHATTERED WHILE SITTING IN OUR GARAGE. I LEFT WITH THE VEHICLE AND HAD NOT NOTICED ANYTHING UNTIL MY DAUGHTER ASKED WHERE THE COLD AIR HITTING HER FACE WAS COMING FROM AS WE STARTED DOWN THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11023477","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS ON I-78 ON A CLEAR DAY WITH A TEMPERATUE OF 75 DEGREES AT A SPEED OF LESS THAN 70 MPH, NO BRIDGES, NO ROUGH PAVEMENT. ALL OF A SUDDEN THE FIXED PANORAMIC ROOF (FORWARD PANEL) SHATTERED CAUSED A LOUD BANG. SOUNDED LIKE A TIRE BLEW OUT!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"mkt-2015-back-over-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11751529","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11694923","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that there was a failure with the rearview camera, occasionally displaying a blank screen or being inoperable while reversing. The message \"Camera not Available - Please Contact the Dealer\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11664598","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera intermittently failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the image on the screen was distorted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11671691","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was distorted. The contact stated that message “Camera Unavailable” was displayed. The contact stated that the failure had become more frequent","quote_2_odi":"11678760","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while reversing, the back over prevention camera failed to function as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was persistent","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-transmission-speedometer-dropout","label":"Transmission downshift with speedometer dropout","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11510006","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the transmission inadvertently down shifted and nearly caused the contact to lose control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11546447","quote_2_text":"While going approximately 55 mph, the speedometer dropped out to zero. After a moment, the transmission dropped into first gear (it felt like) and the rear tires made loud screeching noises as if they locked up for about one second","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-mirror-smoke-recall","label":"Exterior mirror smoke and short circuit","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11728593","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, there was white smoke coming from the passenger’s side exterior door mirror, accompanied by a burning plastic odor","quote_2_odi":"11646467","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for a ball joint replacement, there was smoke coming from the driver’s side exterior mirror. The mechanic disconnected the mirror and determined that the mirror…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-brake-fluid-loss","label":"Brake pedal loses fluid pressure to the floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11255533","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE LOW BRAKE FLUID LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND CHECK BRAKE FLUID WARNING ALERTED ME, AS I WAS LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO PULL OVER THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR BOARD AND NO BRAKES WERE PRESENT. I HAD TO APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11266171","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE CHECK BRAKES LIGHT CAME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH A LOW BRAKE FLUID WARNING. I WENT TO PUSH THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. LUCKILY, I WAS DRIVING SLOW ENOUGH IN A LOW TRAFFIC AREA THAT I WAS ABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body actuator sticks and stalls engine","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11233887","quote_1_text":"INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER AND/OR AN ILLUMINATED POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION. VEHICLE STALLS DUE TO FAULTY THROTTLE BODY ACTUATOR. FORD/LINCOLN IS WELL AWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND HAS ISSUED A FIELD SERVICE ACTION BULLETIN FOR THIS CONDITION (16B32)","quote_2_odi":"11496514","quote_2_text":"I was travelling down an interstate highway in my vehicle when I noticed several momentary losses of engine power over the course of approximately five minutes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-moonroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic moonroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10438079","quote_1_text":"SUN ROOF EXPLODED SHOWERING DRIVER AND PASSENGER WITH SHARDS OF GLASS CUTTING HANDS AND ARMS. I BELIEVE THE SUN ROOF SHOULD BE LANINATED GLASS","quote_2_odi":"10662932","quote_2_text":"THE LARGE TEMPERED GLASS ROOF PANEL OF THE PANORAMIC \"VISTA ROOF\" ON MY 2010 LINCOLN MKT SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING WITH A LOUD, FRIGHTENING EXPLOSION WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON THE NY THRUWAY ON NOVEMBER 30, 2014","quote_3_odi":"11044801","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES NEAR US, OUR MOONROOF EXPLODED. WE WERE NOT NEAR ANY OVERPASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-water-pump-coolant-oil","label":"Water pump failure sending coolant into engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11311336","quote_1_text":"CATASTROPHIC WATER PUMP FAILURE. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING AND WHITE PLUMES BURST FROM THE EXHAUST","quote_2_odi":"11204648","quote_2_text":"I CALLED AN MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME MY COOLANT LEAKED INTO MY OIL MY WATER PUMP FAILED. IT FAILED INTERNAL TO THE TIMING CHAIN COVER AND DUMPED A LARGE AMOUNT OF COOLANT INTO THE CRANKCASE WHICH THEN CONTAMINATED THE ENGINE OIL AND OVER FILLED THE OIL PAN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11509097","quote_1_text":"I was driving home from work thru a construction area and all of a sudden my power steering/collision warning came on and the signal with the slippery tire car symbol. My power steering went out i almost hit a concrete wall but was able to steer car in development off main road","quote_2_odi":"11366986","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE RETURNING TO NORMAL OPERATION","quote_3_odi":"10837417","quote_3_text":"EXPAND RECALL 15V340000 & 15S18 (LOSS OF STEERING) THIS IS THE 2ND COMPLAINT FILED IN LESS THAN 2 MONTHS FOR THIS 2010 MKT. THE 1ST WAS ON 12-24-15 IN WHICH A COMPLAINT WAS MADE ON THIS SITE AND IS VIEWABLE, BUT HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY FEEDBACK AS OF YET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-turbo-shudder-power-loss","label":"Turbocharger failure with shudder and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11407356","quote_1_text":"TURBO HAS GONE OUT BUT THIS MAKES THE SECOND TIME THAT THIS HAD HAPPENED. I HAVE INVESTIGATED THIS PROBLEM WITH OTHERS AND HAVE FOUND THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE TURBOS!","quote_2_odi":"10947975","quote_2_text":"OVER THE LAST 2 WEEKS, MY LINCOLN MKT HAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL EPISODES OF SHUDDERING AND LOSS OF POWER. IN ADDITION, A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF SMOKE HAS BEEN SPEWING OUT OF THE TAIL PIPES OCCASIONALLY - THIS USUALLY HAPPENS FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AFTER THE VEHICLE IS STARTED","quote_3_odi":"10468319","quote_3_text":"ON SIX OCCASIONS A FLAME FOLLOWED BY BILLOWING BACK SMOKE HAS POURED FROM MY VEHICLE. EACH TIME THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE TURBOCHARGER - ONLY TO HAVE IT HAPPEN AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-exhaust-odor-cabin","label":"Exhaust odor and smoke entering cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11065256","quote_1_text":"A GAS TYPE ODOR ENTERS CABIN OF VEHICLE. I BELIEVE IT TO BE CARBON MONOXIDE. I OFTEN HAVE TO ROLL DOWN THE WINDOWS EVEN IN COLD WINTER WEATHER TO PREVENT CARBON MONOXIDE FROM OVERTAKING THE CABIN WHEN THE HEATING SYSTEM IS ON","quote_2_odi":"10957256","quote_2_text":"AFTER DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED OR HIGH LOAD AND THEN COMING TO A STOP, AN EXHAUST SMELL WILL FILL THE CABIN WITH VISIBLE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-hydraulic-brake-grinding","label":"Hydraulic brake grinding and unresponsiveness","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2009-12 → 2010-12","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10369749","quote_1_text":"WITHIN WEEKS OF GETTING MY 2010 LINCOLN MKT THE BRAKES WERE ACTING STRANGE AND MAKING A GRINDING SOUND. I FELT THAT THE STOPS WERE GETTING DANGEROUSLY UNRESPONSIVE","quote_2_odi":"10297595","quote_2_text":"REPEATED BRAKE FAILURE STARTING DECEMBER 16, 2009. OCCURS EVERY TIME WE START USING THE CAR AFTER IT HAS SAT FOR AWHILE UNTIL BRAKES ARE PUMPED UP OR SEVERAL STOPS ARE MADE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2015-blower-motor-failure","label":"AC blower motor speed control failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11646838","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (VISIBILITY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the recall repair was performed; however, shortly after the repair the climate","quote_2_odi":"11331046","quote_2_text":"OVER THE PAST FEW WEEKS THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWER ON MY 2015 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR WOULD JUST STOP WORKING. WE TOOK IT TO THE FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE AND THEY SAID IT NEEDED FREON. $300 LATER, I WAS BACK ON THE ROAD. BUT A FEW HOURS LATER, THE BLOWER STOPPED WORKING AGAIN. I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2015-throttle-body-power-loss","label":"Throttle body failure causing power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11097877","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A BUSY ROAD THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THERE WERE 3 CHILDREN IN CAR SEATS AT THE TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND REPAIR. A FEW DAYS LATER THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AGAIN, WHILE DRIVING ON A VERY BUSY ROAD. THIS WAS A VERY","quote_2_odi":"11426735","quote_2_text":"While driving the Lincoln navigator with only 96,000 miles, it chugged and rapidly reduced power, forcing me off the road. It happened 3 times in 2 days while I was on vacation at the Wisconsin dells. The Dealer said it was \"throttle actuator failure\" after the test was run. I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2015-transmission-downshift","label":"Transmission downshifts and stalls unexpectedly","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11603530","quote_1_text":"MY 2015 Lincoln Navigator suddenly down shifts when driving. I was on the highway driving 65 MPH when I had to pull off onto the edge of the highway at night in CHICAGO. This is very scary and a significant safety issue. Ford knows of the defects with the transmission in this","quote_2_odi":"11488644","quote_2_text":"There are some major transmission issues with my vehicle. The gears do not change properly causing the SUV to stall on the highway while I was driving 65 MPH. I took it to the Mark Ficken Ford Lincoln dealership for repair. They stated that the torque converter needed repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2019-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11758064","quote_1_text":"On XXX, the engine in my 2019 Lincoln MKZ (Mileage 58,089) with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine suffered a catastrophic, sudden failure while driving. The vehicle began to overheat & run extremely rough, triggering multiple warning lights. It is now inoperable and unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11753851","quote_2_text":"My engine has failed at less than 40,000 miles due to coolant leaking into the engine","quote_3_odi":"11623234","quote_3_text":"Engine failed due to coolant intrusion into cylinders. This is a known design flaw in this engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2019-shifter-cable-bushing","label":"Shifter cable bushing breakage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11749036","quote_1_text":"The shifter cable bushing was broken. Car would not move out of Park. Same as Recall 22543 but this vehicle was not included","quote_2_odi":"11748245","quote_2_text":"The shifter cable bushing was broken and car was stuck on Park","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2019-steering-wheel-instability","label":"Steering wheel wobble or looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11718633","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while reversing, the steering wheel wobbled. The contact stated that the steering wheel was moving back and forth","quote_2_odi":"11689271","quote_2_text":"Randomly my steering wheel will get stiff/lock up and pull the car and its hard to control it sometimes","quote_3_odi":"11630704","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel is loose and feels as if it wants to come apart from the steering column","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-power-transfer-unit-failure","label":"Power transfer unit and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10948454","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE STARTED MAKING HUMMING SOUND WHILE ACCELERATING AT LOW SPEED. NOTICED A LEAK OF VERY DARK FLUID THE FOLLOWING DAY. TOOK IT TO MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE ISSUE AS A LEAKING PTU (POWER TRANSFER UNIT)","quote_2_odi":"10910092","quote_2_text":"PTU (POWER TRANSFER UNIT) WHICH IS A NONSERVISABLE UNIT FAILS AND HAS BEEN ON NUMEROUS VEHICLES. THIS FAILUR HAS THE POTENTIAL OF CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT DUE TO IT POSSIBLY LOCKING UP AND CAUSING A VEHICLE LOSE OF CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"11207075","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR BAD- -ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE, VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING, TWICE ON HIGHWAY (MOVING IN MIDDLE LANE), TWICE ON DOWNHILL EXIT RAMP (STOPPED AT RED LIGHT), AND TWICE ON CITY STREET INCLINE (IN MOTION)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-seat-track-rocking","label":"Front seat rocking during acceleration and braking","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11451864","quote_1_text":"The front seat when we had to come to a stop the seat bounced forward and then back. Very dangerous. This should be a recall","quote_2_odi":"11405646","quote_2_text":"FOR THE PAST 5 YEARS, MY DRIVER'S SEAT HAS MADE A METAL ON METAL LOUD SLIPPING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS AND BRAKING. THE DEALER ADVISED ME (OUT OF WARRANTY) THAT IT WAS A BROKEN SEAT TRACK AND IS COMMON OCCURRENCE","quote_3_odi":"10732146","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVERS AND PASSENGER SEATS TILT BACKWARDS DURING ACCELERATION (USUALLY HARD START). THE SEATS WOULD ALSO TILT FORWARD ON HARD BRAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11039352","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: TOOK MY 2010 LINCOLN MKX TO HOOKS LINCOLN IN FORT WORTH, AND ASKED THEM WHEN I MIGHT EXPECT TO GET MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG REPLACED. THE SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME TO GO BACK HOME AND WAIT FOR A LETTER TELLING ME WHEN TO BRING MY CAR IN FOR THE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT","quote_2_odi":"11466366","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2010 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH and crossing an intersection, another vehicle crashed into the passenger’s side of the vehicle and pushed the vehicle into oncoming traffic","quote_3_odi":"11613278","quote_3_text":"I am satisfied with the help that the customer service assisted me with and that was getting my service moved up to September 26th from the original date of October 30th. But I am not satisfied with the remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure with hard-to-depress pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11614380","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended","quote_2_odi":"11311837","quote_2_text":"STARTING IN EARLY FALL 2019, MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH BREAKS, REPLACED ALL PADS & ROTORS NOW X 2. BREAK PEDDLE HAS INTERMITTENT SPONGY FEEL- ISN'T CONSISTENT PRESSURE, SOMETIMES IS SUPER HARD TO PRESS DOWN, OTHER TIMES PRESS IT FOR A LONG TIME AND THE VEHICLE ISN'T STOPPING","quote_3_odi":"11433262","quote_3_text":"I was driving my 2010 Lincoln MKX in heavy traffic when the signal light turned red. When I pushed the brake to stop it was very stiff and I almost hit another vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-headlight-wiring-harness","label":"Headlight wiring harness failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11447390","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the headlights failed to illuminate as needed. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the headlight bulbs and wires; however, the failure recurred","quote_2_odi":"11045829","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AT NIGHT HEADLIGHTS STARTED TO FLICKER AND THEN WENT OUT. 1ST LEFT SIDE THEN RIGHT SIDE. SOLDER CONNECTING HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY TO ELECTRICAL WIRING DISSOLVED","quote_3_odi":"10458058","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT FAILED. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE HE REALIZED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS WAS MELTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-brake-pedal-floor-abs-hcu","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor from ABS hydraulic control unit","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11524721","quote_1_text":"The brake pedal had a long travel before brakes would apply. I was not able to operate my vehicle without concern for myself and others since brakes did not react quickly. It required a flush of the brake fluid and replacement of the ABS brake module. I believe this type of","quote_2_odi":"11389528","quote_2_text":"AFTER HITTING BRAKES HARD ON WET SURFACE THE ABS ACTIVATED. FROM THAT POINT ON THE BRAKES WOULD DEPRESS TO THE FLOOR. TRIED TO PUMP UP, BUT THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD STILL DROP TO FLOOR BOARD. AT ONE POINT THE CAR WAS PULLED OVER SINCE THE BRAKES NO LONGER WORKED. HAD MASTER CYL","quote_3_odi":"10940095","quote_3_text":"BRAKES WERE INTERMITTENTLY FAILING TO WORK. WHEN THEY MOST OFTEN FAILED WAS AFTER HITTING A POT HOLE OR SMALL BUMP IN THE ROAD APPROACHING A SITUATION TO STOP WITH THE FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE ABS SYSTEM WOULD KICK IN AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD GO TO THE FLOOR LOSING PRESSURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-led-taillight-failure","label":"LED taillight and brake light assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10631966","quote_1_text":"AT 56,000 MILES (JUST OVER WARRANTY) A FRIEND NOTICED THAT MY DRIVERS SIDE BRAKE LIGHT WAS NOT WORKING. I HAVE NO IDEA HOW LONG THIS CONDITION EXISTED. BRAKE LIGHTS ARE A SAFETY ITEM AND I NOTE THERE ARE OTHER COMPLAINTS ON THIS SITE REGARDING THE EARLY FAILURE OF THESE LED","quote_2_odi":"10630487","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE OUTSIDE LED TAILLIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT IS NOW FLASHING, AS IF A RIGHT TURN SIGNAL WERE ACTIVATED, BUT WHEN NO TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED. THIS IS IN ADDITION TO A PRIOR REPORTED DEFECT WHERE THE SAME PASSENGER SIDE LED TAILLIGHT DISPLAYS A LIGHT CONDITION AS IF BRAKING,","quote_3_odi":"10546661","quote_3_text":"I TOOK MY 2010 LINCOLN IN TO A LOCAL GARAGE FOR ANNUAL STATE INSPECTION. I WAS TOLD THAT IT WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION DUE TO BOTH REAR BRAKE LIGHTS NOT FUNCTIONING WHEN PARKING/HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. I THEN TOOK IT TO AN AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER. THEY ALSO FAILED IT FOR A SAFETY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11157282","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: THERE IS ONLY ONE LINCOLN DEALER REMAINING IN CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS AND THEY KEEP TELLING ME THAT THERE ARE NO REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS FOR A 2010 MODEL LINCOLN MKZ SEDAN.WE HAVE BEEN TRYING TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT SINCE JULY 2017 AND I CALL MONTHLY AND KEEP GETTING","quote_2_odi":"11097226","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED SCHUMACHER LINCOLN OF","quote_3_odi":"11078729","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V385000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN JUNE OF 2016. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH FIESTA LINCOLN (1720 SOUTH MESA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11156654","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED AND TURNING LEFT, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW","quote_2_odi":"11141224","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING ON A ROCKY DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE SKIDDED TO THE LEFT AND ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A HEAD INJURY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED BACK AND SPINAL","quote_3_odi":"10405677","quote_3_text":"MY 2010 LINCOLN MKZ CAR WAS STRUCK IN THE DRIVERS DOOR ON 15 APRIL 2011 BY ANOTHER CAR AT AN ESTIMATED 45 MPH. SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY RESULTING IN DRIVER AND PASSENGER BEING BADLY INJURED. BOTH VEHICLES WERE TOTALED. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2016-01","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10460314","quote_1_text":"BACKED CROOKEDLY INTO PARKING SLOT IN PUBLIC PARKING LOT. TRIED TO STRAIGHTEN CAR IN SLOT BY SLOWLY MOVING FORWARD. CAR ON ITS OWN LURCHED AHEAD AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED; BRAKES HAD LITTLE EFFECT AND I STRUCK A PARKED CAR. SOMEHOW SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND CAR ON ITS OWN GAINED","quote_2_odi":"10425627","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE","quote_3_odi":"10548890","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY AS THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO TWO OTHER VEHICLES. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure causing coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11519631","quote_1_text":"Water pump failure Car has 44,000 miles. Dealer maintained Safety - I am reading that engine can shut off Known problem with Lincoln/ ford water pump failures in engines Just purchased vehicle last month dealer filled up reservoir w coolant said it just evaporated did not appear","quote_2_odi":"11144497","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER PUMP FAILED CAUSING ANTIFREEZE TO LEAK INTO THE OIL. AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE, THE ENGINE WAS DAMAGED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AT SIOUX FALLS FORD (4901 W 26TH ST,","quote_3_odi":"11080179","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON A HIGHWAY WHEN THE CAR STALLED OUT. I TRIED REPEATEDLY TO RE-START BUT IT KEPT STALLING. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A LINCOLN DEALERSHIP NEAR MY HOME AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY AND PCM HAD TO BE REPLACED WHICH COST ME $2128. AT THE TIME OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure or lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11679253","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the steering wheel was extremely difficult to turn in either direction. The messages \"Steering Assist Unavailable\" and \"Hill Assist\" were displayed on the instrument cluster","quote_2_odi":"11197299","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKZ. AFTER RESTARTING THE ENGINE, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE MESSAGES 'SERVICE ADVANCE TRAC\" AND \"STEER ASSIST FAULT' WERE DISPLAYED","quote_3_odi":"11436307","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel locked up while I was driving. A message on the screen said power steering assist fault. I could not turn left or right and the brake was very difficult to press","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure allowing door to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11257715","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER?S SIDE LATCH FAILED AND CAUSED THE DOOR TO OPEN. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE LATCH ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10915927","quote_2_text":"THE RIGHT REAR DOOR SWUNG OPEN AS I WAS DRIVING. THE DOOR WON'T STAY SHUT","quote_3_odi":"11065615","quote_3_text":"CAR DOOR OPENED IN TRAFFIC WITH BABY IN CARSEAT, THREW THE CAR IN PARK. DOOR LATCH BROKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-wheel-lug-nut-seizure","label":"Wheel lug nuts seized and difficult to remove","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11619904","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while her husband was inspecting the vehicle, he was unable to remove the lug nuts. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11512253","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while having the front passenger’s side tire changed due to a flat, the lug nuts were difficult to remove","quote_3_odi":"11243659","quote_3_text":"2014 LINCOLN MKZ. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO WHEEL LUG NUTS ON VEHICLE BEING HAZARDOUS ON THE ROAD. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE LUG NUTS BECOME OVER HEATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure or blackout in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11690681","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera failure. When the vehicle is put in reverse, the rear view camera does not come on creating a safety hazard while backing up since you don't always have a line of sight due to other vehicles parked next to you","quote_2_odi":"11695490","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a flipped image while reversing. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a related recall","quote_3_odi":"11340811","quote_3_text":"WHEN REVERSING, BACKUP CAMERA INTERMITTENTLY RESTARTS, SHUTS OFF, OR NEVER SHOWS. THIS IS A DANGER AS IT IS UNPREDICTABLE AND CAN CAUSE DAMAGE IF IT TURNS OFF WHILE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalls or loses power while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11093535","quote_1_text":"LAST NIGHT (5/12/18) WHILE TRAVELING ON A BACK ROAD (APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH) THE CAR SHUT OFF TOTALLY. LOSS OF STEERING/BRAKES. MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR ON THE SHOULDER","quote_2_odi":"11083193","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25-60 MPH ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ELECTRICAL FUNCTION, INCLUDING THE POWER STEERING ASSIST AND ABS ABILITY","quote_3_odi":"11448610","quote_3_text":"Car has always performed a good cold start. But, after running a while, the following has happened, and is happening more frequently: run the car, park, and then restarting after several minutes, I have put it in gear and the engine sputters and stalls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-brake-fluid-loss","label":"Brake fluid loss or brake pedal going to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11467109","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that as she attempted to come to a complete stop at the top of a hill, the brakes failed to operate as needed and were depressed to the floorboard","quote_2_odi":"11517657","quote_2_text":"The contact's friend owned a 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated that while she was driving at approximately 43 MPH, a loud bang was heard coming from near the front passenger area, and then the tires and brakes seized, causing the vehicle to swerve and the contact then","quote_3_odi":"11129392","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO OPERATE CORRECTLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL NEEDED TO BE PUMPED IN ORDER TO GET THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-climate-heat-malfunction","label":"Climate control heat malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11754672","quote_1_text":"The FCIM failed in the 98 degree heat. No warnings or indication that it failed other than the fans just started blowing full blast and full heat on a hot summer day","quote_2_odi":"11738085","quote_2_text":"Many owners, including myself, have experienced a situation where the vehicle's heating system automatically increases to full heat without any driver input","quote_3_odi":"11119593","quote_3_text":"8/3/2018 @ 31000 MILES A/C STOPPED BLOWING. JUST BEFORE THIS, NOTICED TEMP ROSE FROM 72* TO 85* AND HI. IMMEDIATELY DROVE TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11686930","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while in reverse, the rear-view camera failed to display an image as intended on the digital screen. An unknown message was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11686942","quote_2_text":"Ford has recalled vehicles that have back up camera issues. My back up camera image is upside down. My year was not included in the recall but has the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11529736","quote_3_text":"Rear back up camera fails. I’ve noticed there is an active recall, on newer Lincoln’s, for this same problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-cabin-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11221949","quote_1_text":"ALL FOUR DOORS STARTED RETAINING WATER AND I HAVE TO PULL THE RUBBER BACK AND LET IT DRAIN BUT WHEN THERE WAS A HARD RAIN I WOULD GET LEAKS FROM THE MOON ROOF AREA THAT LEAKED ON TO THE CONSOLE/GEARSHIFT AREA","quote_2_odi":"11075133","quote_2_text":"MAJOR WATER LEAK FROM ROOF BODY SEAM ON DRIVER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11451435","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the street when all of a sudden my Lincoln beeps at me. it says “Service Advancetrac” and “Steering Assist Fault”. I lost all steering to my car and it swerved across four lanes of oncoming traffic until I crashed into a curb","quote_2_odi":"11476352","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized with the \"Steering Assist Fault, Service Required\" message displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11520008","quote_3_text":"The contact’s daughter owned a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The failure recurred several times and the steering wheel became locked completely","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-stalling-fuel-pump","label":"Engine stall and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11556063","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled upon acceleration. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11414960","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START-UP WHEN SHE ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND DIAGNOSED AS FUEL PUMP FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11350335","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof/moonroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11072874","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE RIDING DOWN THE HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11043595","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF SUDDENLY BROKE OFF WHEN DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10628779","quote_3_text":"SUN ROOF GLASS SHATTERED, THIS IS CAR NUMBER 315, WE ARE A LIVERY COMPANY AND THIS IS CAR 1 OF 5 (SO FAR) TO HAVE THE SUN ROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTER OUT OF 18 CARS PURCHASED (ALL 2014 LINCOLN MKT'S.) *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-suspension-recall-backorder","label":"Rear suspension recall parts backorder","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11365811","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FROM LINCOLN IN EARLY 2020 FOR A RECALL ON REAR SUSPENSION TOW LINKS","quote_2_odi":"11362262","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V072000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-climate-control-malfunction","label":"Climate control panel random activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11384461","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE RADIO CLIMATE TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL RANDOMLY ACTIVATED AND ERRONEOUSLY CHANGE MODES","quote_2_odi":"11281277","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE RADIO CLIMATE TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL RANDOMLY ACTIVATED AND ERRONEOUSLY CHANGE MODES","quote_3_odi":"11270213","quote_3_text":"WHEN CAR TURNS ON THE RADIO WILL PUT THE HEAT ALL THE WAY UP IN 80 DEGREE WEATHER AND WHEN YOU TRY TO ADJUST IT GOES BACK UP TO HI HEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering lockup or loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11673850","quote_1_text":"Turn car on and the steering wheel was impossible to turn","quote_2_odi":"11661576","quote_2_text":"There is a recall for this on different VIN for this year and car, but not this VIN. The electric power steering locks up unable to move when you hit a bump or try to turn into somewhere or just changing lanes","quote_3_odi":"11365311","quote_3_text":"AFTER STARTING THE CAR FROM A COLD (65 DEGREE) CONDITION, THE DISPLAY SHOWED AN ERROR MESSAGE \"ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM MALFUNCTION\" AND I OBSERVED NO POWER STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-engine-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stall and no-start events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11730115","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled and shut off and failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"11631017","quote_2_text":"Car suddenly stalled/turned off. Moving at low, parking lot, speed","quote_3_odi":"11240246","quote_3_text":"UNABLE TO START CAR. INITIALLY NO KEY DETECTED APPEARED AS A WARNING WHILE DRIVING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure or blank display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11542978","quote_1_text":"Backup camera has failed. This is a very important safety item to avoid injuring children playing behind the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11542985","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated while reversing at 5 MPH, the rear camera was inoperable and the message \"Camera Unavailable\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11387839","quote_3_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA FREQUENTLY STOPS WORKING, WHICH GREATLY REDUCES REARWARD VISIBILITY AND COMPROMISES SAFETY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11695862","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that a message was displayed, indicating that the camera was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11688699","quote_2_text":"The rear view camera has a major issue it either goes black or even upside down creating a major hazard when I have to park or go into reverse","quote_3_odi":"11428270","quote_3_text":"Backup camera is now displaying completely upside down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2014-brake-booster-abs-failure","label":"Brake booster and ABS hydraulic unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11112571","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AND THE CONTACT WAS EXITING, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ROLL FORWARD DOWN THE DRIVEWAY. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND CRASHED INTO A TREE","quote_2_odi":"11511044","quote_2_text":"I was driving and went to apply the brakes and they went almost to the floor, with very little braking ability. Thankfully I was going uphill and the car in front of me was not too close or I would have hit that car. And in a snowstorm to boot!","quote_3_odi":"11256596","quote_3_text":"I HAD NOTICED A WEEK PRIOR TO DRIVING TO WORK EVERYDAY THAT MY BRAKES WERE SOMETIMES GOING TO THE FLOOR AND SOMETIMES STOPPING ALL THE WAY UP MAKING THE PEDAL HARD TO PUSH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2014-transmission-not-in-park","label":"False transmission-not-in-park warning and rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10659003","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKX. WHILE PARKED ON A FLAT SURFACE, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED APPROXIMATELY FOUR TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11311939","quote_2_text":"PUT CAR IN PARK AND RECEIVED A MESSAGE ON THE DASH SAYING \"TRANSMISSION NOT IN PARK\" BUT THE GEAR SHIFT WAS IN PARK","quote_3_odi":"10689487","quote_3_text":"I PARKED MY VEHICLE ON A SLIGHT INCLINE IN PARKING LOT, WHEN SHORTLY THEREAFTER, THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY AND CRASHED INTO A GATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2014-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10658527","quote_1_text":"DRIVING AT 50 MPH, I LOST POWER STEERING, THEN REALIZED ENGINE SHUT OFF. WAS ABLE TO DRIFT OVER TO GET OFF ROAD AND STOP CAR. ENGINE WAS ABLE TO START AND RUN FINE AFTER THAT","quote_2_odi":"10750182","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE CAR SHUT OFF AND LOST TOTAL POWER. LOST STEERING, BRAKING, AND ENGINE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 50 + MILES PER AN HOUR","quote_3_odi":"10713914","quote_3_text":"ENGINE DIED, MESSAGE ON SCREEN SAID [NO KEY DETECTED].I MANAGED TO PULL OVER TO SHOULDER AND STOP. CAR RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-door-ajar-sensor","label":"Door ajar sensor false alerts preventing lock","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10926642","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR AJAR SENSOR COMES ON FREQUENTLY. INTERIOR LIGHT STAYS ON WHEN THIS HAPPENS, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE AT NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11122088","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS DOOR SHOWS OPEN WHEN CLOSED. CANT LOCK THE DOORS AND BATTERY DRAINS. HAPPENS WHEN CLOSING AT STOP ON WHEN MOVING","quote_3_odi":"10981736","quote_3_text":"DOOR DRIVERS SIDE AJAR LATCH ISSUE: EVEN WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED THE VEHICLE STILL SAYS THE DOOR IS AJAR. THIS HAS BEEN FIXED FOUR TIMES SINCE I HAVE HAD THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-infotainment-camera","label":"Touchscreen, SYNC, and rearview camera malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10993509","quote_1_text":"THE 8 INCH TOUCH SCREEN HAS GONE BLANK. CAN NOT ACCESS PHONE, AUDIO, TEMP. OR NAVIGATION SCREENS. THIS OCCURED UPON STARTING VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11695349","quote_2_text":"My backup rearview camera blacked out one day. Then it came back upside down","quote_3_odi":"10404872","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, THE SYNC SCREEN GOES COMPLETELY BLANK. AT THIS POINT I HAVE NO ACCESS TO HEAT, A/C, DEFROSTER, RADIO, OR BACKUP CAMERA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-ptu-transfer-case","label":"Power transfer unit and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11743139","quote_1_text":"PTU failing and leaking fluid. Needs replacement. Ford stated it’s a lifetime fluid but the fluid fails due to sitting next to hot exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11353484","quote_2_text":"PTU FAILURE ON A VEHICLE THAT ALREADY HAD SERVICE ON THE SAME PART. LOUD GRINDING, DRAG, INTERMITTENT NOISE THAT PEAKED IN THE BEGINNING AROUND 35-40MPH, EVENTUALLY GRINDING AT LOW SPEED, LOUD BANGING NOISE","quote_3_odi":"11179779","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION ISSUES. SHIFTS HARD. ALREADY SPENT 2500 TO FIX THE TRANSFER CASE. WE'VE HEARD TONS OF PEOPLE HAVE THIS PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal loss and brake booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11705682","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal went to the floor couldnt stop nearly crashed","quote_2_odi":"11220623","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE BOOSTER ON MY VEHICLE WENT OUT AND IT CAUSED SEVERAL NEAR MISS ACCIDENTS WHERE I FELT LIKE I WASN'T GOING TO BE ABLE TO STOP IN TIME BEFORE WE REALIZED WHAT WAS WRONG","quote_3_odi":"11476856","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-engine-stall-driving","label":"Sudden engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10439184","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE THEN COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"10735445","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS GOING TO PULL OUT OF A PARALLEL PARKING SPOT, THE CAR IMMEDIATELY STALLED AND LOST ALL POWER WHILE IN DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"10820609","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 LINCOLN MKX SUDDENLY SHUT OFF WHEN DRIVING OFF THE EXPRESSWAY. THE ENGINE SUDDENLY TURNED OFF, GIVING ME A WRENCH TOOL ON THE DASH BOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11679126","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring an increased effort to maneuver the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11502687","quote_2_text":"While making a right turn into Walmart parking lot, car was suddenly very difficult to turn. We almost hit the car in the lane next to us","quote_3_odi":"11268631","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID. WHILE THE CONTACT ENTERED THE DRIVEWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE STEERING SEIZED AND THE POWER STEERING ASSIST AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-door-latch-handle-failure","label":"Door latch and interior handle failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11350862","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2011 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DOOR LATCH DETACH ON THE DRIVER SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10926089","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT DRIVERS DOOR WILL NO LONGER OPEN FROM THE INSIDE. THIS STARTED ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 WHILE I WAS ON A ROAD TRIP","quote_3_odi":"10715187","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR UNLATCHED AND WOULD NOT CLOSE UNTIL AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-tire-sidewall-cracking","label":"Tire sidewall cracking and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11541366","quote_1_text":"The tire is a NEXEN 225/45R18 After driving at highway speed on an out-of-town trip for several hours, got off the highway on the way to the hotel using suburban roads","quote_2_odi":"10658455","quote_2_text":"2011 LINCOLN MKZ ALL FOUR TIRES FAILED DUE TO CRACKS IN THE SIDEWALLS","quote_3_odi":"10761932","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2011 LINCOLN MKZ ON 11/5/2012, IT HAD 13,593 MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-brake-pedal-loss-pressure","label":"Brake pedal loss of pressure to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11576429","quote_1_text":"I was driving home in rush hour traffic at approximately 50 mph. I tried to brake but the pedal went to the floor and I had no brakes at all","quote_2_odi":"11500983","quote_2_text":"Brakes worked perfectly until I had to stop suddenly. Brake pedal went almost to the floor before brakes engaged, and then only slightly","quote_3_odi":"11419202","quote_3_text":"My brakes completely gave out forcing me to use the handbrake. I took it to a Ford service shop and they said the problem was the HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11486097","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11052687","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I RECEIVED A NOTICE ABOUT THIS OVER A YEAR AND A HALF AGO AND STILL HAVE NO RESOLUTION. THE DEALER TELLS ME THERE IS NO REPLACEMENT AND THAT I AM DRIVING A DANGEROUS VEHICLE THAT COULD KILL ME AND MY PASSENGERS","quote_3_odi":"10919816","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. NOTIFIED IN JULY. UNSAFE TO HAVE PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPIED. TOLD FIX WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN OCTOBER. OCTOBER AT AN END AND NO DATE SET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-water-pump-coolant-intrusion","label":"Water pump failure with coolant intrusion into engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11607300","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound coming from the front of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11354103","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH NO WARNING MY ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING REAL BAD AND THEN I LOST ALL POWER DUE TO THE ENGINE STOPPING","quote_3_odi":"11464857","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-water-pump-overheating","label":"Engine overheating from water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11475091","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon placing her vehicle into park(P), the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was hot. The engine then failed to restart after the failure","quote_2_odi":"10855287","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WARNING LIGHT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11481899","quote_1_text":"My car will intermittently (more times than not) lose its power steering assist, making it almost impossible for me to drive","quote_2_odi":"11255415","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE POWER STEERING COMPLETELY FAILED AND THE STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AS THE POWER STEERING FAILED","quote_3_odi":"11404491","quote_3_text":"I STARTED MY CAR AND THE ERROR \"POWER STEERING FAILURE\" CAME ON, I WAS COMPLETELY UNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10506052","quote_1_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO MY PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME, APPLYING THE BRAKE, WHEN THE ENGINE THROTTLED UP AND THE CAR BOLTED FORWARD","quote_2_odi":"10483524","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED. AS THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED, THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATED WITH AN ABNORMAL ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"10328617","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING 62 MPH IN CRUISE AND DECIDED I WANTED TO GO 70 MPH. I THEN PROCEEDED TO HOLD DOWN THE \"SET +\" BUTTON UNTIL MY SPEED REACHED 70 AT WHICH POINT I RELEASED THE BUTTON. TO MY SURPRISE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 95 MPH AND HELD THAT SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11143512","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR REPLACEMENT SINCE MAY OF 2018. NOTHING HAS HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"11035900","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP (SABINE RIVER FORD) IN ORANGE TX AND THEY DIDN'T PERFORM WORK, SAYING THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PARTS","quote_3_odi":"11011132","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V154000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-engine-stalling-power-loss","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11018790","quote_1_text":"LINCOLN MKS 2010 LOST POWER ON HIGHWAY AND STARTED SHAKING. TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHO DID A TUNE-UP, CHECKED THE TURBOS AND NOW SAYS IT NEEDS THE MOTOR REPLACED DUE TO A BAD CYLINDER","quote_2_odi":"10592875","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING I EXPERIENCED ALOUD VIOLET KNOCK AND HESITATION, STALL, WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10949102","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-brake-pedal-fade-failure","label":"Brake pedal fade and braking system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10721619","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING INTO MY GARAGE WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN CAR ACCELERATED TO FULL SPEEDC. I APPLIED FULL PRESSURE TO BRAKE. CAR FAILED TO STOP","quote_2_odi":"10531948","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL INVARIABLY COLLAPSES COMPLETELY TO FLOOR WHEN THEY ARE DEPRESSED CAUSING THE BRAKES TO NOT PROPERLY FUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"10307166","quote_3_text":"THE ANTII-LOCK BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON FOR NO REASON AND THE DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED, THE BRAKES ACTUALLY LOCKED UP WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss and master cylinder/booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10625747","quote_1_text":"BRAKE BOOSTER FAILURE RESULTED IN \"NEAR MISS.\" THE BRAKES WERE HISSING, INCREDIBLY DIFFICULT TO PRESS, AND WENT SOFT EVENTUALLY AFTER STANDING ON THEM TO ENGAGE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE FOR THE FORD EDGE / LINCOLN MKX WITH AN ASSOCIATED \"CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM\" (READ RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11500171","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the brake master cylinder was replaced; however, the failure persisted","quote_3_odi":"11435249","quote_3_text":"I had to slam on the brakes due to a driver pulling out in front of me without looking. The brakes went to the floor and I had difficulty getting the car stopped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-touchscreen-camera-failure","label":"Touch screen and rearview camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11306461","quote_1_text":"SINCE 2017, TOUCH SCREEN WENT TO BLACK SEVERAL TIMES WHEN I STARTED THE CAR ON A CITY STREET, AND WOULD NOT TURN ON WITHIN 24 HOURS. GOT MORE SERIOUS IN 2019, THE SCREEN DIDN'T TURN ON AFTER 3 DAYS","quote_2_odi":"11668525","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera was reversed. The contact stated that the image was upside down and the camera was flickering","quote_3_odi":"11526703","quote_3_text":"I am having issues with my touch screen. My screen will go black every other week, for about a day and the the SNYC will update. This time, it’s been over a week, and the screen is still black","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-door-ajar-sensor","label":"Door ajar sensor false warning and battery drain","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10958829","quote_1_text":"DRIVER DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT IS ON. HAS BEEN REPAIRED ONCE UNDER WARRANTY. WHEN ON, THE DOOR LOCKS DO NOT SECURE THE VEHICLE SHOULD IT BE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT!","quote_2_odi":"11241767","quote_2_text":"LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR SENSOR WILL NOT SHUT OFF. THE CAR CONSISTENTLY THINKS THE DOOR IS AJAR WHEN IN FACT THE DOOR IS CLOSED. THIS SETS THE VEHICLE CAR ALARM OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED 2-4 TIMES A DAY","quote_3_odi":"11034082","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR AJAR SENSOR IS DEFECTIVE WHICH CAUSES WARNING LIGHT ON DASH TO LIGHT, SHIFT INTO PARK LIGHT TO COME ON AND INTERIOR LIGHTS TO STAY ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-powertrain-warning-loss-power","label":"Loss of power with powertrain warning light illuminated","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11481754","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light and the power train warning light were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11258476","quote_2_text":"I WOULD BE DRIVING AND A MESSAGE WOULD COME UP WITH A WRENCH ON IT AND I WOULD LOSE POWER AND EVENTUALLY STOAL....NOT GOOD ON HIGHWAY!!!!","quote_3_odi":"10722414","quote_3_text":"GOING DOWN THE STREET WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR GIVE A BIG HICCUP, THEN JUST A FEW FEET MORE, ANOTHER BIG HICCUP, THEN HAD NO POWER, COULD PRESS THE GAS PEDAL TO THE FLOOR, AND NOTHING, LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO PULL IT OFF THE STREET, OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-airbag-warning-inflator","label":"Airbag warning light and inflator recall issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11072831","quote_1_text":"THE DEALER HAS NOT INSTRUCTED ME TO TAKE MY VEHICLE TO A FORD OR LINCOLN DEALER TO HAVE MY PASSENGER FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10681241","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE ON A SHORT LOCAL TRIP, THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND STAYED ON. THE NEXT DAY, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHERE THEY FOUND THE WIRING HARNESS CHAFFING NEAR THE SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR LOCATED UNDER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss or fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11568886","quote_1_text":"While driving I noticed that at times my steering wheel would be difficult to turn. At first, the problem seemed small until I was trying to make a left turn on a very busy 4-lane road, and without warning the steering wheel became very difficult to turn","quote_2_odi":"11436641","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the power steering assist fault message intermittently appeared on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"10730157","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-brake-loss-soft-pedal","label":"Brake pedal sinks to floor or brakes stop working","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11533180","quote_1_text":"There have been several occasions now where I go to brake and there is no brake! My foot goes all the way down to the floor. This can happen at a steady speak of 50 or at 10 miles an hour","quote_2_odi":"11403440","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE AND SON LEFT THE HOUSE IN OUR MKZ AND 1/2 MILE DOWN THE ROAD THE MKZ SUDDENLY LOST BRAKING CAPABILITY. MY WIFE HAD TO STEER UPHILL IN ORDER TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP","quote_3_odi":"11150159","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS, BRAKE PEDAL SINKS TO THE FLOOR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP FOR LIGHTS, TRAFFIC, STOP SIGNS. STOPPING DISTANCE IS LONGER THAN EXPECTED UNTIL BRAKES FINALLY ENGAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch fails to hold door closed or locked","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11014614","quote_1_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LATCH IS FAILED, IDENTICAL TO THE ACTIVE 2013-2014 MODEL YEARS FAILURE. DOOR WILL NOT SHUT PROPERLY, CANNOT BE LOCKED, AND OCCASIONALLY REQUIRES OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE TO OPEN THE DOOR","quote_2_odi":"11206753","quote_2_text":"DOOR LATCH WILL NOT KEEP DOOR LOCKED. DOOR SOMETIMES WILL NOT CLOSE UNLESS A PERSON PLAYS WITH THE LATCH TO MANIPULATE THE HOOKS TO GET DOOR TO CLOSE","quote_3_odi":"10891512","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH, UNTIL I PULLED UP ON THE DOOR HANDLE AND STUCK A SCREWDRIVER IN LATCH AREA TO PULL LATCH TO OPEN POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable or repair delayed","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11444492","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_2_odi":"11182537","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A LETTER IN MARCH OF 2017 STATING THAT THERE WAS AN IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL REGARDING THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IN MY CAR. THE LETTER STATED THAT A RUPTURED INFLATOR MAY RESULT IN METAL FRAGMENTS STRIKING VEHICLE OCCUPANTS","quote_3_odi":"11050908","quote_3_text":"I WAS NOTIFIED IN JANUARY OF 2017 OF A DEFECTIVE AIRBAG. SPECIFICALLY THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR COULD RUPTURE IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WERE THE SUPPLEMENTAL FRONTAL AIRBAGS ARE DESIGNED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-airbags-did-not-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags did not deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11309872","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35- 40 MPH, LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A WOODED ELECTRIC POLE, HOWEVER THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11243345","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE DRIVING 50 MPH, THERE WAS A TWO VEHICLE COLLISION AND ALL THE VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO STOP BUT IT CAUSED MULTIPLE COLLISIONS. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED HER BRAKE PEDAL HOWEVER SHE CRASHED INTO THE","quote_3_odi":"11075962","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-climate-control-runaway-heat","label":"Climate control system activates and heats uncontrollably","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11652415","quote_1_text":"The climate control system malfunctions by raising the temperature for the heater without any input. When turned off, it turns on by itself and resumes raising the temperature until it maxes out","quote_2_odi":"11438269","quote_2_text":"We just purchased this car and shortly after we were driving home and it just starts beeping and suddenly the heat comes on full blast, no one is touching the controls. This happens quite frequently and once it starts rising there doesnt seem to be a way to stop it","quote_3_odi":"11630589","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the heating system activated independently and was blowing hot air on a 90-degree summer day. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring and persisted while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-ptu-fluid-leak-failure","label":"Power transfer unit fluid leak and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11509650","quote_1_text":"PTU power transfer unit failed at 58,478 miles","quote_2_odi":"11395566","quote_2_text":"WHILE SERVICING MY LINCOLN MKS WITH AN OIL CHANGE, I NOTICED A BROWNISH FLUID LEAKING FROM MY INNER FRONT WHEEL AREA. I HAD NO IDEA WHAT THAT FLUID WAS FOR, SO I GOOGLED IT AND IT SAID IT COULD BE FROM A DEFECTIVE PTU ON MY AWD LINCOLN MKS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11601522","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2013 limcoln mks and all of the sudden I could not turn the vehicle left or right. Then I had these 2 warnings: power assist fault and service advancetrac. This is very dangerous. It caused me to run my car into wall in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11592482","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with the power steering","quote_3_odi":"11540657","quote_3_text":"The electric power steering assist system shut down and the lane keep assist warning appeared and the steering wheel immediately became difficult to maneuver to turn left or right. It eventually locked while driving on the highway. I could have gotten in a serious car crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-keyless-ignition-co-poisoning","label":"Carbon monoxide exposure from keyless ignition left running","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11142853","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE CONTACT'S PARENTS LEFT THE VEHICLE UNATTENDED AND ENTERED THEIR HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH KEYLESS ENTRY THAT DID NOT CHIME TO ALERT THE DRIVER THAT THE ENGINE REMAINED ACTIVE. AS A RESULT, CARBON","quote_2_odi":"10905728","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PUSH BUTTON START FAILED. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE ENGINE WAS OFF WHEN IT WAS STILL ON, CAUSING CARBON MOXIDE TO FILL THE GARAGE. THE CONTACT AND PASSENGER BECAME ILL DUE TO THE CARBON MONOXIDE","quote_3_odi":"10839042","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS PARENTS DIED DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INTAKE CAUSED BY THE PUSH TO START FEATURE NOT SHUTTING OFF. THERE WERE NO WARNING SOUNDS OR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED THAT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STILL RUNNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-water-pump-leak-overheating","label":"Water pump leak causing engine overheating and stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11687372","quote_1_text":"Water pump failure or malfunctioned causing the engine to over heat and then to engine stall going 75 mph. After having it towed it was determined the water pump was leaking","quote_2_odi":"11670829","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, there was a huge blast of white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for routine maintenance and was diagnosed and determined that the water pump was","quote_3_odi":"11223157","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A LEAK COMING FROM THE WATER PUMP WHICH IS IN THE ENGINE. IT'S ON AVERAGE A $1700 FIX WHICH IS EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-fuel-pump-module-failure-stall","label":"Fuel pump/delivery module failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11365889","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 MKS IS STALLING WHILING DRIVING NUMEROUS TIMES, ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT A FEW DAYS AGO. THERE IS A RECALL ON 2013 MKS FUEL MODULE BECAUSE IT CUTS OUT WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11033023","quote_2_text":"AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND PLACING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL PUMP ELECTRIC MODULE FAILED","quote_3_odi":"10550564","quote_3_text":"I WENT TO CAL WORTHINGTON IN ANCHORAGE ALASKA WHERE I BOUGHT MY CAR TO HAVE THE RECALL 13S04 FUEL DELIVERY MODULE REPLACED. NOW LESS THAN A WEEK WITH THE NEW MODULE, THE MODULE IS LEAKING AND THE GAS FUMES ARE OVERWHELMING INSIDE MY GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-rear-toe-link-suspension-recall","label":"Rear toe link recall repair and replacement issues","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11677070","quote_1_text":"Both rear driver and passenger side toe links were replaced at Colonial Ford in Connecticut due to the recall. The driver side is fine, the defective part installed at Colonial Ford is the passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11361280","quote_2_text":"REPLACEMENT OF REAR TOW LINK; HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TIRES PREMATURELY EVEN AFTER MULTIPLE ALIGNMENTS. THERE IS A CURRENT RECALL ONLY RECEIVED A NOTICE BUT HAVE NOT BEEN ASKED TO BRING VEHICLE FOR REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11414984","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V072000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-door-latch-pillar-trim","label":"Door latch and pillar trim panel failures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11697365","quote_1_text":"B and C pillar trim panels have come loose requiring replacement when they fall off. One completely detached while I was driving on the interstate and was run over by a vehicle behind me","quote_2_odi":"11618618","quote_2_text":"While traveling out of state, the latch on the passenger’s side door would not latch","quote_3_odi":"10587566","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVER DOOR SIDE CLOSE THE AJAR DOOR REMAIN ON. NEED TO CLOSE COUPLES OF TIME BUT STILL NOT RESOLVE A PROBLEM .WHEN I WENT TO AUTO REPAIR SHOP SAME PROBLEM FOR EVERY 2013 LINCOLN MKT . *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11548424","quote_1_text":"I was driving and the power steering went out while driving. The power steering warning light came on as the steering went out. It was extremely difficult to steer the car. I was fortunate to keep my car under control and stop","quote_2_odi":"11482186","quote_2_text":"The MKT had only about 20,000 miles on it. I had NO POWER STEERING. Per different Lincoln mechanics, the \"remedy\" was to turn the car off & then restart it to clear light & restore power steering","quote_3_odi":"11327060","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING LOCKED UP WHILE DRIVING AND THE VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND RAN INTO A SIGN. THE SIGN WAS ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-fuel-pump-stall-no-start","label":"Fuel pump module failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11316530","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION ONCE RESTARTED","quote_2_odi":"11119686","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE ENGINE SUDDENLY STOPPED WHILE I WAS ON ROAD DRIVING, SURVIVED THE CRASH. FORD HAD RECALL FOR 3.5L ENGINE , BUT NOT FOR 2.0 ECOBOOST ENGINE ACCORDING TO DEALER IT IS SAME AS NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V621000. FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTION MAY CAUSE ENGINE STALL","quote_3_odi":"11010741","quote_3_text":"CAR WOULD NOT START, SO IT WAS TOWED TO LOCAL MECHANIC. SAID NO FUEL WAS BEING SENT TO ENGINE BY FUEL PUMP DUE TO COMPUTER ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-tail-light-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in tail light housing","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11252289","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TAIL LIGHTS RETAINED WATER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED YEARS AGO FOR THE SAME FAILURE AND WAS SEALED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WITH A HORIZONTAL HAIRLINE FRACTURE","quote_2_odi":"10936284","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. WHILE PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY NINE HOURS, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE TAIL LIGHT HOUSING. THE OWNER EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE","quote_3_odi":"10627080","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR PANEL ACCUMULATED WATER, WHICH CAUSED THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TAIL LIGHT BULB TO FAIL. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE REAR PANEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-door-ajar-false-alert","label":"Door ajar warning stays on with doors closed","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10861265","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED, THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE DOORS NEVER LOCK WHILE DRIVING. ALSO THE DOOR CAN BE CLOSED AND THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT WILL NOT BE ON BUT AT ANY MOMENT THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT WILL COME ON CAUSING THE FACTORY ALARM TO GO OFF AT ANY TIME, DAY OR NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11080989","quote_2_text":"THE \"DOOR AJAR\" INDICATOR STAYS ON WHEN THE DOORS ARE CLOSED. THIS CAUSES OTHER INDICATOR LIGHTS TO ACTIVATE SUCH AS \"SHIFT TO PARK\". IT ALSO PREVENTS THE CAR FROM BEING LOCKED FROM THE INSIDE. IT IS ANNOYING AND CAN BE DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"11405661","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER'S DOOR IS CLOSED, BUT THE 'OPEN DOOR' ALERT REMAINS ON, AS WELL AS THE INTERIOR LIGHTS & EXIT LIGHTS. MULTIPLE DOOR CLOSURES, SOFT, SLAMMING, PARK, RESTART. NO RESOLUTION. RAMDOMLY TURNS OFF , BUT HAS STAYED ON OVERNIGHT, & IN PARKING LOTS, BEING UNAWARE IT STAYED ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-transmission-driveline-fault","label":"Transmission park indicator and driveline faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11349308","quote_1_text":"IN REGARDS TO MY 2013 LINCOLN MKX, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FREQUENTLY DOES NOT ENGAGE IN PARK --- ABOUT HALF THE TIME. WHEN STATIONARY, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER IS PUSHED INTO THE \"P\" POSITION, BUT THE VEHICLE WARNS VIA A DINGING AND DASH WARNING THAT IT IS","quote_2_odi":"11354211","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY 2013 LINCOLN MKX FOR MAINTENANCE. I WAS TOLD THAT MY POWER TRANSFER UNIT, (PTU) WAS DEFECTIVE, IT IS A SEALED UNIT AND BEING AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE DRIVE TRAIN, IT NEEDED TO BE CHANGED. VEHICLE WAS STATIONERY","quote_3_odi":"11292079","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HER HUSBANDS FRIEND WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF THEY WENT OVER CEMENT BLOCKS AND MADE A LOUD NOISE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS. THE DRIVER MERGED OFF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND TAKEN TO A LOCAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-up camera fails to display or shows upside-down image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11525554","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the back over prevention camera failed to display an image while in operation. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the camera needed to be replaced by a certified mechanic who was not associated with the dealership. The vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11658485","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera failed to display an image. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the backup prevention camera","quote_3_odi":"11733840","quote_3_text":"My rear veiw camera only works when it wants to. It is either upside down and no use for backing up or black screen with no working message. I see other years are being recalled for that same reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-brake-booster-abs-failure","label":"Brake booster and ABS module failure, pedal to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11579402","quote_1_text":"Our car has been having issues with the breaks. At random times the break peddle gets very spongy and has to be pushed to the floor before the brakes will activate. The reduced break pressure has caused near crashes as the vehicle does not slow down when the breaks are pushed","quote_2_odi":"11543141","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and attempting to decelerate, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard, but the vehicle failed to stop as needed. After pumping the brake pedal, the vehicle was able to come to a","quote_3_odi":"11341268","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND THE ABS MODULE FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stalls while driving, loses steering and brakes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11047965","quote_1_text":"AT NIGHT, WHILE AT SPEED (60 MPH) IN CENTER LANE OF A CROWDED HIGHWAY DURING EVENING COMMUTE, THE ENGINE STOPPED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF PROPULSION, POWER STEERING, AND POWER BRAKES. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE RIGHT SHOULDER WITHOUT COLLISION","quote_2_odi":"11628023","quote_2_text":"Vehicle randomly dies while driving. Can happen at anytime and at any speed. No warning at all. Does not leave a check engine light so no code is recorded. Very dangerous. Otherwise vehicle runs well but is too dangerous to drive. All steering, acceleration, brakes, etc. are","quote_3_odi":"11245337","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE'S POWER SHUT DOWN WITHOUT ANY WARNING ON BUSY CITY STREET (3 LANE ROAD). I WAS UNABLE TO STEER OR BRAKE. I HAD TO COAST OFF THE ROAD UNTIL CAR STOPPED. THEN I PUT IT INTO PARK. IT RESTARTED AND DROVE FINE AFTER THE RESTART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11717680","quote_1_text":"I was slowing down to take a turn and I see an error message saying “power steering assist failure”. And steering went stiff","quote_2_odi":"11460366","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while her fiancé was making a left turn, the “Service Power Steering Now” warning light was illuminated and the steering wheel seized","quote_3_odi":"11255515","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND MY POWER STEERING SERVICE LIGHT CAME ON AND BECAME VERY HARD TO STEER AND NOW MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure allowing doors to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11258954","quote_1_text":"DOOR LATCH BROKE IT IS UNDER RECALL WITH SOME 2013 LINCOLNS NOT ALL IT WAS IN OUR DRIVEWAY","quote_2_odi":"11282489","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR OPENED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10722632","quote_3_text":"PARKED CAR AND AFTER OPENING THE RIGHT FRONT DOOR IT WOULD NOT LATCH UPON CLOSING. I UNDERSTAND THIS ISSUE IS IDENTIFIED IN NHTSA RECALL 15V246","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-rear-seat-belt-retractor-stuck","label":"Rear seat belt retractor stuck in down position","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11195752","quote_1_text":"THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FOR THE REAR 2/3 SEAT IS STUCK IN THE DOWN POSITION. SEAT BELT WILL NOT RELEASE. CANNOT GET SEAT BACK UP INTO UPRIGHT POSITION. CANNOT SIT MORE THAN 1 PASSENGER IN REAR","quote_2_odi":"10985700","quote_2_text":"REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTOR STUCK. REAR 2/3 SEAT STUCK IN DOWN POSITION SEAT BELT WILL NOT RELEASE. LET SEAT DOWN FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME AND WAS UNABLE TO GET IT BACK UP","quote_3_odi":"11121018","quote_3_text":"WHEN LETTING THE SEAT DOWN IT WONT GO BACK UP THE MIDDLE SEAT BELT RETRACT GETS ST STUCK IT HAS HAPPENED TWICE IT HAS BEEN A RECALL ON THIS BUT NOT ON MY VIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-wheel-lug-nut-swelling","label":"Wheel lug nut swelling preventing tire rotation","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11456409","quote_1_text":"We have swollen lug nuts on our vehicle. We are unable to rotate our tires and our service technician states they all need to be replaced. They state the \"outer shell is swelling\"","quote_2_odi":"11351630","quote_2_text":"DURING A SERVICE AT THE DEALERSHIP I WAS INFORMED THAT ALL MY WHEEL LUG NUTS NEEDED TO BE CHANGED BECAUSE OF SWELLING. PER THE MECHANIC, THIS IS A KNOW PROBLEM WITH THIS LUG NUTS ON THIS MODEL OF LINCOLN","quote_3_odi":"11541241","quote_3_text":"Took car in for an oil change and tire rotation. The dealer did the oil change but could not do the tire rotation because the lug nuts needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-unexpected-transmission-shift","label":"Unexpected transmission shift and gear position fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10572944","quote_1_text":"THE CAR SHIFTS FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL WHEN DRIVING. THE CAR SHIFTS FROM DRIVE TO LOW WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR SHIFTS FROM REVERSE TO PARK WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES A FEW TIME IT ALMOST RESULTED IN A ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11152385","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE, THE GEAR INDICATOR DID NOT DISPLAY THE PARK POSITION WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT MUST RESHIFT TO THE PARK POSITION SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE IT THE GEAR POSITION DISPLAYED CORRECTLY","quote_3_odi":"11352711","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO HAVE TRANSMISSION FLUID ADDED TO THE TRANSMISSION AND HAVE THE VEHICLE EXAMINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11364467","quote_1_text":"DRIVING TIME 11:00AM TO 11:45AM, ROUND TRIP 3.5 MILES, SIDE ROAD, IN MOTION, SUNNY 66. 3 TIMES THE MOTOR DROPPED POWER, CAR COULD NOT MOVE","quote_2_odi":"11308688","quote_2_text":"2013 LINCOLN MKZ, 3.7L WITH 32516 MILES 2/7/20 AT 9:30 AM TRAVELING AT 60 MPH ON A 4 LANE HIGHWAY THE MOTOR CUT OUT. DROVE IT TO THE FORD DEALER WHO RAIN DIAGNOSTICS AND FOUND NOTHING","quote_3_odi":"11363157","quote_3_text":"ON 9/28/20 TRAVELING AT 40 MPH ON A 2 LANE SIDE ROAD THE MOTOR CUT OUT OR SHUT DOWN AND LOST ALL POWER. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11704251","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was later restarted, and the traction control and power steering warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11556262","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly","quote_3_odi":"10956498","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 70MPH AND THE POWER STEERING WENT COMPLETELY OUT. A MESSAGE POPPED UP ON THE DASH STATING \"SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW\". I WAS UNABLE TO MOVE THE VEHICLE OFF OF THE INTERSTATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-brake-vibration-wheel-lockup","label":"Brake pedal vibration and wheel lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10652437","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. WHILE DRIVING DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER AT 60 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE LOCKED WHENEVER THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED","quote_2_odi":"10496102","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE VIBRATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-unintended-acceleration-surge","label":"Unintended vehicle surge at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11039550","quote_1_text":"WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT GOING UNDER 5 MPH AND COMING TO A STOP, THE CAR SURGED FORWARD JUMPING THE SIDEWALK AND CRASHING INTO A CEMENT PATIO TABLE AND BENCH","quote_2_odi":"10616372","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP ON AN INCLINE, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE SURGED UNEXPECTEDLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-exterior-lighting-visibility","label":"Exterior lighting visibility and adjustment","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2013-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10536290","quote_1_text":"NON CONNECTED DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS. I AVOIDED A TOTAL OF THREE HEAD ON COLLISIONS WITHIN THE PAST THREE WEEKS (THE MOST RECENT WAS 08/19/2013)","quote_2_odi":"10462061","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WITH THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, OTHER DRIVERS WERE COMPLAINING OF THE LIGHTS BEING EXTREMELY BRIGHT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-door-trunk-latch-malfunction","label":"Trunk and door latch malfunction","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11567154","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while attempting to secure items into the trunk of the vehicle, the rear trunk door suddenly came down and struck the contact on the head","quote_2_odi":"10920175","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT 20 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPENED INDEPENDENTLY AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPEN WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-engine-overheating-coolant-loss","label":"Engine overheating and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11485845","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the temperature gauge would rise from cool(C) to hot(H) and the vehicle started losing motive power","quote_2_odi":"11515682","quote_2_text":"Engine/Coolant Reservoir, Yes you can inspect it. When driving, or stop at a traffic light or just parked, the car will just start smoking and getting hot, the temperature gauge would not show it was getting hot until after it started smoking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-airbag-warning-takata-recall","label":"Air bag warning light and Takata recall status","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11433825","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that upon start of vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"10904290","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I RECEIVED A NOTICE THAT MY CAR IS INVOLVED IN THE MASSIVE TAKATA RECALL A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO, AND HERE IT IS SEPTEMBER, AND I HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED TO GET THIS CORRECTED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2012-ecoboost-turbo-failure","label":"Twin-turbo EcoBoost engine and turbo failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11498231","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that the twin-turbo became inoperable. The contact stated that oil was entering the exhaust and the contact was unable to see other vehicles. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local","quote_2_odi":"11315363","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 LINCOLN MKT WITH THE 3.5L TWIN TURBO V6 ECOBOOST ENGINE IS HAVING THE SAME ISSUE WITH THE FUEL PUMP AS THE 2013-2015 MKT MODELS THAT WERE PART OF RECALL CAMPAIGN #16S31. MY CAR WAS ALSO MANUFACTURED AT THE SAME OAKVILLE ASSEMBLY AND WITHIN THE DATES SPECIFIED. I WAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2012-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case failure with fluid leakage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11228589","quote_1_text":"WAS DRIVING HEARD ODD NOISES AND BURNT FLUID TRANSFER CASE WAS DEFECTIVE BOTH OF MY FORD AWD DID ECACT SAME THING","quote_2_odi":"11154854","quote_2_text":"1) THE INSPECTOR REPORTED THE TIRES MOUNTED ON THE REAR OF YOUR VEHICLE ARE NOT THE MANUFACTURE'S RECOMMEND TIRE SIZE. THE INSPECTOR VERIFIED THE TRANSFER CASE FAILED INTERNALLY AND SNAPPED OFF OF THE TRANSMISSION. THE FRONT U-JOINT OF THE REAR DRIVE SHAFT IS BENT AND LEAKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2012-panoramic-roof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic roof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11258443","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY NO ONE WAS ON THE HIGHWAY A LOUD EXPLOSION SOUND LIKE IT FELT LIKE SOMEONE SHOT MY CAR IN A CLOSE RANGE AND AM LUCKY TO BE ALIVE I STARTED SWERVING. PULLED OVER FRANTIC TO SEE WHAT IT WAS MY SUNROOF GLASS WAS SHATTERED ALL AROUND THE EDGES GONE. I","quote_2_odi":"11194086","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE FRONT PORTION OF THE GLASS PANORAMIC ROOF SHATTERED WITHOUT RECEIVING ANY IMPACT. THERE WAS A VERY LOUD \"POP\" AND WHEN I PULLED OVER I DISCOVERED THE GLASS WAS COMPLETELY SHATTERED. NOTHING TO MY KNOWLEDGE IMPACTED THE ROOF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2012-power-steering-assist-fault","label":"Power steering assist fault and steering lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11629042","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the power steering system failure warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to maneuver the steering wheel as needed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that","quote_2_odi":"11327594","quote_2_text":"I STARTED MY 2012 LINCOLN MKT 3.5L THE STEERING WAS HARD TO TURN AND THE DASHBOARD ERROR MESSAGE READS 'POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT. I GOOGLE IT AND IT SHOWED THAT THE 'POWER STEERING ASSIT FAULT ERROR MESSAGE WAS ON RECALL ON JUNE 2015. I TOWED THE CAR TO LINCOLN ON 1610","quote_3_odi":"10993144","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LINCOLN MKT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VETERAN'S FORD (3724 VETERANS MEMORIAL BOULEVARD, METAIRIE, LOUISIANA 70002) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"}]}