#1
Power Steering System
Reported across 3 Lincoln Mkz model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Issue Pattern Analysis
Lincoln Mkz Common Problems
We analyzed every Lincoln Mkz reliability report across 13 model years (avg score 82/100) — here are the issues that keep showing up.
Most-Reported Mkz Issues
Ranked by how often this issue appears in our Lincoln Mkz year-by-year reports.
Affects 23% of years
#2
Engine (Water Pump)
Reported across 2 Lincoln Mkz model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#3
AWD Power Transfer Unit (PTU)
Reported across 2 Lincoln Mkz model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Problems by Model Year
2007 Lincoln Mkz82/100
A comfortable, affordable luxury sedan that's a smart buy only if you're prepared for or confirm addressing specific high-cost vulnerabilities.
2008 Lincoln Mkz85/100
A comfortable, powerful, and largely reliable luxury sedan that offers great value, provided you address its known wear items proactively.
2009 Lincoln Mkz82/100
A comfortable and powerful luxury sedan offering substantial value, provided specific electrical and maintenance-related areas are vigilantly monitored.
2010 Lincoln Mkz82/100
A reliable luxury bargain, but proactive maintenance of its Achilles' heel water pump is non-negotiable for longevity.
2011 Lincoln Mkz88/100
A well-sorted, comfortable luxury sedan with strong bones, making it a low-risk used purchase.
2012 Lincoln Mkz82/100
A comfortable luxury value with predictable maintenance, but specific drivetrain issues demand attention and proper pre-purchase inspection.
2013 Lincoln Mkz78/100
A comfortable cruiser with notable weaknesses that can lead to costly repairs if unaddressed.
2014 Lincoln Mkz78/100
A comfortable luxury sedan with a few specific, costly weak points that demand careful pre-purchase inspection.
2015 Lincoln Mkz78/100
A comfortable and feature-packed luxury sedan, but specific electrical and transmission issues demand careful vetting.
2016 Lincoln Mkz78/100
A comfortable, value-rich cruiser that requires a meticulous pre-purchase inspection and a budget for known tech and driveline maintenance.
2017 Lincoln Mkz82/100
A comfortable and stylish luxury value, but demands a thorough inspection to ensure a trouble-free ownership experience.
2018 Lincoln Mkz82/100
A comfortable and often overlooked luxury sedan offering solid reliability, provided you manage its minor electronic eccentricities.
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Common-problem patterns above are aggregate. For the specific year you're shopping, the paid report breaks down: exact mileage failure windows, repair-cost ranges, recall status, and a buy/avoid verdict.
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