2014 Lincoln Mks Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Lincoln Mks.

20132015
Complaints
58
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2014 Lincoln Mks Problems

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

#111 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:97,683 mi
Crash-related:1
#26 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:101,344 mi
#35 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:8,000 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Lincoln Mks.

Steering Defects
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
97,683
Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
101,344
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
8,000
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Steering Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Lincoln Mks

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~160,752 vehicles.

16V621000Fuel Pump
~77,502 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.

14V393000Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
~83,250 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.

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2014 Lincoln Mks — FAQ

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

Is the 2014 Lincoln Mks reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2014 Lincoln Mks has 58 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Lincoln Mks?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (11 complaints, avg 97,683 mi); Fuel System (6 complaints, avg 101,344 mi); Electrical Faults (5 complaints, avg 8,000 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 2014 Lincoln Mks?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 78,299 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Lincoln Mks?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Lincoln Mks include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 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 2014 Lincoln Mks have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 160,752 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 2014 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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