Worst 2017 Lincoln Mkz Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Lincoln Mkz.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 65 | 3 | 3 | 60,608 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 18 | 3 | 2 | 76,638 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 9 | — | — | 51,000 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 8 | — | — | 74,748 mi | |
| Fuel System | 8 | — | 2 | 40,250 mi | |
| Brakes | 8 | — | — | 57,000 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 6 | — | — | 39,333 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | — | — | 36,242 mi | |
| Airbags | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hood | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Lincoln Mkz
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,588,763 vehicles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
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2017 Lincoln Mkz — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 Lincoln Mkz reliable?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Lincoln Mkz reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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