2009 Lincoln Mks Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Lincoln Mks.

< older2010
Complaints
70
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
5
Fatalities
1
Recalls
1

Worst 2009 Lincoln Mks Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

Avg mileage:7,615 mi
#29 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:132,260 mi
Crash-related:1
#38 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:109,800 mi
Crash-related:3
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Lincoln Mks.

Hydraulic Brakes
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
7,615
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
132,260
Airbags
8
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
109,800
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
53,860
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2009 Lincoln Mks

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~695 vehicles.

16V247000Air Bags:frontal
~695 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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2009 Lincoln Mks — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 Lincoln Mks reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2009 Lincoln Mks has 70 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Hydraulic Brakes with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Lincoln Mks?
Top reported problems: Hydraulic Brakes (11 complaints, avg 7,615 mi); Brakes (9 complaints, avg 132,260 mi); Airbags (8 complaints, avg 109,800 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Lincoln Mks?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 72,272 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 Lincoln Mks?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Lincoln Mks include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2009 Lincoln Mks have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 695 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2009 Lincoln Mks?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lincoln Mks reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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