Lincoln Mkz ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2007–2019)
Side-by-side reliability scores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Lincoln Mkz we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the Mkz across generations.
Average Score
82/100
Best Year
2011 Lincoln Mkz
Score 88
Weakest Year
2013 Lincoln Mkz
Score 78
Every Lincoln Mkz Ranked
Sorted by reliability score. Each link opens the full year-specific report.
A well-sorted, comfortable luxury sedan with strong bones, making it a low-risk used purchase.
Top risks: AWD Power Transfer Unit (PTU) · Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) · SYNC Infotainment System
A supremely comfortable and generally reliable luxury sedan that offers tremendous value, provided you stay on top of maintenance.
Top risks: Infotainment/Electrical System · Transmission (6F-series automatic) · Engine (2.0L EcoBoost specific)
A comfortable, powerful, and largely reliable luxury sedan that offers great value, provided you address its known wear items proactively.
Top risks: A/C System · Front Suspension & Steering · Engine (Water Pump)
A comfortable, affordable luxury sedan that's a smart buy only if you're prepared for or confirm addressing specific high-cost vulnerabilities.
Top risks: Engine Cooling System (Water Pump) · Power Steering System · Transmission
A comfortable and powerful luxury sedan offering substantial value, provided specific electrical and maintenance-related areas are vigilantly monitored.
Top risks: Electrical System · Rust and Corrosion · Power Steering System
A reliable luxury bargain, but proactive maintenance of its Achilles' heel water pump is non-negotiable for longevity.
Top risks: Engine - Water Pump · Transmission - 6F50/6F55 Automatic · Power Steering System
A comfortable luxury value with predictable maintenance, but specific drivetrain issues demand attention and proper pre-purchase inspection.
Top risks: Engine (Water Pump) · Transmission (6F50/6F55) · Electrical (SYNC System)
A comfortable and stylish luxury value, but demands a thorough inspection to ensure a trouble-free ownership experience.
Top risks: 2.0L EcoBoost Engine · AWD Power Transfer Unit (PTU) · Electrical/Infotainment System (Sync 3)
A comfortable and often overlooked luxury sedan offering solid reliability, provided you manage its minor electronic eccentricities.
Top risks: Infotainment/Electrical · Engine Cooling System (2.0T EcoBoost) · Suspension Components
A comfortable cruiser with notable weaknesses that can lead to costly repairs if unaddressed.
Top risks: Power Transfer Unit (PTU) (AWD models) · Infotainment/Electrical (MyFord Touch/SYNC) · Engine (3.7L V6 Water Pump)
A comfortable luxury sedan with a few specific, costly weak points that demand careful pre-purchase inspection.
Top risks: 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (Non-Hybrid) · Panoramic Vista Roof · Electrical System / Infotainment
A comfortable and feature-packed luxury sedan, but specific electrical and transmission issues demand careful vetting.
Top risks: Infotainment System (MyFord Touch/SYNC 2) · 6F35 Automatic Transmission · Electrical Accessories/Wiring
A comfortable, value-rich cruiser that requires a meticulous pre-purchase inspection and a budget for known tech and driveline maintenance.
Top risks: Infotainment System (SYNC 2) · Power Transfer Unit (PTU) · Front Suspension Components
Problems That Follow the Mkz Across Generations
Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.
Power Steering System
Appears in 3 model years · 23% of generations
Engine (Water Pump)
Appears in 2 model years · 15% of generations
AWD Power Transfer Unit (PTU)
Appears in 2 model years · 15% of generations