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2017 Lincoln Mkz
Common Problems

Ranked from 56 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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High severity
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Medium
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Low

9 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Engine Failure Due to Coolant Intrusion

    16complaints
    High severityEngine

    The engine experiences failure due to coolant leaking into the cylinders, leading to misfires and requiring engine replacement.

    $4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Engine Misfire Due to Spark Plug Issues

    16complaints
    High severityEngine

    Spark plugs fail, leading to misfires and check engine light illumination.

    $200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs labor
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  3. 3

    Brake Malfunction Leading to Loss of Control

    10complaints
    High severityBrakes

    Brake system fails, causing loss of control and potential accidents.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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    Related recall: 23V162000

  4. 4

    Transmission Issues

    6complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission malfunctions, causing the vehicle to enter limp mode, fail to shift gears, and experience transmission fluid leaks.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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    Related recalls: 18V390000, 17V427000

  5. 5

    Electrical System Issues

    4complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Various electrical issues such as navigation failure, headlight problems, and touch screen malfunctions.

  6. 6

    Steering Malfunction

    4complaints
    Medium severitySteering

    The steering system fails, becoming difficult to operate, especially at higher speeds, and can lock up unexpectedly.

    Related recall: 18V167000

  7. 7

    Engine Block Damage

    3complaints
    High severityEngine

    The engine block is damaged due to improper welding of the torque converter, leading to engine failure and requiring replacement.

  8. 8

    Engine Failure Due to Defective Torque Converter

    3complaints
    High severityTransmission

    Torque converter malfunctions, leading to engine failure and loss of power.

    $4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs labor
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    Related recalls: 18V390000, 17V427000

  9. 9

    Transmission Jerking or Delayed Engagement

    3complaints
    Low severityTransmission

    The transmission jerks aggressively during gear changes or there is a delay in engagement.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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    Related recalls: 18V390000, 17V427000

Other years & sources

2010 Lincoln MkzAll NHTSA complaints for this vehicle →

Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.