KnownCarProblems2013 Lincoln Mks Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 142 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Lincoln Mks, most often about the steering (43% of complaints, typically around 93,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Mks model year since 2000 and has 7 recalls.
Most common 2013 Lincoln Mks problems
Steering
61 complaints · 43%Half of these problems showed up before 93,000 miles. Parts named most often: electric power assist system.
The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while driving, the steering wheel was difficult to turn and had switched to manual mode, and was inoperable. The power steering warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the…
The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the steering wheel became difficult to turn while attempting to reverse the vehicle. The contact stated that the power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer; however, the…
Electrical
25 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 65,500 miles.
At various speeds, defective fcim (front controls interface module) resulting in temperature set to all the way hi/max fan, creating cabin temperatures exceeding 90 degrees fahrenheit. Turning off the AC system or reducing the temperature does not resolve the issue. Performing a reset of the car's sync system does not…
There is a problem with the climate control system (fcim) that causes the temperature to run up to maximum temperature. It cannot be shut off. This is very dangerous because with extremely elevated temperatures in the car you are very liable to fall asleep. Or try to reduce the temp by banging on the controls, this…
Engine
24 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 55,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
The contact called on behalf of the vehicle owners of a 2013 Lincoln Mks. While the vehicle was parked in the garage with the engine running, the contact's parents left the vehicle unattended and entered their home. The vehicle was equipped with keyless entry that did not chime to alert the driver that the engine…
The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while attempting to cold start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to sentry Lincoln 940 boston turnpike shrewsbury, ma 01545 ([phone], to be diagnosed. The prognosis was that the fuel control module needed to be replaced. The…
Fuel system
16 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 63,500 miles.
The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while attempting to cold start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to sentry Lincoln 940 boston turnpike shrewsbury, ma 01545 ([phone], to be diagnosed. The prognosis was that the fuel control module needed to be replaced. The…
My 2013 Mks is stalling whiling driving numerous times, almost caused an accident a few days ago. There is a recall on 2013 Mks fuel module because it cuts out while driving. However, after calling Lincoln I am told that my Lincoln Mks 2013 is not on the recall list. Lincoln refuses to acknowledge that my 2013 Mks is…
Transmission
9 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 35,000 miles.
While servicing my Lincoln Mks with an oil change, I noticed a brownish fluid leaking from my inner front wheel area. I had no idea what that fluid was for, so I googled it and it said it could be from a defective ptu on my AWD Lincoln Mks. At 34,983 miles, I took it to my Lincoln dealership for service, and it was in…
While driving the 2013 Mks at 70 MPH on a 3 lane highway the power cut out and the car began to decelerate. I was able to guide the car from far left lane across 2 additional lanes to shoulder of the road with no power, we coasted. Luckily there was light traffic at the time. The car would not restart and a tow truck…
Visibility and wipers
6 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 75,000 miles. Parts named most often: defroster/defogger/hvac system, sun/moon roof assembly.
The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. While driving various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the air conditioner unit. The contact noticed that the air conditioner would change from cool to extremely hot without warning. The vehicle was taken to gene messer ford of amarillo (3400 soncy rd…
The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while attempting to close the front driver's side door, she heard a beeping noise. The contact then stated that when she placed the shifter in reverse(r), the screen failed to display an image and the defogger failed to operate. Additionally, the contact…
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 4%A/c randomly goes to highest setting and you can't adjust it or turn it off. Typically happens in extreme termperatures (hot and cold). Beeping noise as if you are pressing the buttons is continuous. Was advised it was a faulty fcim but the part "is on back order" and no one can advise when this part will become…
Driver assistance
5 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: assist, warning, adaptive cruise control.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2013 Lincoln Mks recalls
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pem part number and replace the fuel pem, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on december 1, 2016. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s31.
Full defect summary
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.
Fuel system: fuel system, gasoline
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on december 21, 2015. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13s04-s1.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 explorer, explorer police utility, taurus, taurus police interceptor, flex, lincoln mks, and lincoln mkt vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the power steering control module (pscm) for diagnostic trouble codes (dtc). If dealers find any loss of steering assist dtcs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge. If, no codes are found during the pscm inspection, the pscm software will be updated, free of charge. The recall began on july 21, 2015. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15s18.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ford fusion vehicles without a 3.5l engine and lincoln mkz hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 mercury milan vehicles, 2011-2012 ford taurus, ford flex, lincoln mks, and lincoln mkt vehicles equipped with a 3.5l gtdi engine and 2013 ford taurus, ford flex, lincoln mks, and lincoln mkt vehicles equipped with any available engine. The affected vehicles have electric power steering assist systems that may shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault.
Body and structure: door
Risk: If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began march 23, 2015. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15s02.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 ford taurus vehicles manufactured december 1, 2009, to july 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 lincoln mks vehicles manufactured june 1, 2011, to october 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation.
Transmission: axle shaft
Risk: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on august 4, 2014. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14s10.
Full defect summary
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.
Doors and locks: latches/locks/linkages
Risk: If the child lock is deactivated, the door could be unlocked and opened from the inside which could lead to personal injury to an unrestrained child.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the safety locks. If necessary, the locks will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on august 2, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13s07. Owners may contact the ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 ford explorer, taurus, and lincoln mks vehicles manufactured november 29, 2012, through december 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, with sufficient door openings and closings, the child safety locks may change from an activated position to a deactivated position without notice.
Fuel system: fuel system, gasoline
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on july 20, 2013. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13s04.
Full defect summary
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 explorer, taurus, flex, fusion, police interceptor sedan and police interceptor utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 lincoln mks, mkt, and mkz vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2013 Lincoln Mks
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Lincoln Mks?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (61 complaints, typically around 93,000 miles); electrical (25 complaints, typically around 65,500 miles); engine (24 complaints, typically around 55,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2013 Lincoln Mks have?
- 7 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from August 25, 2016 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2013 a bad year for the Lincoln Mks?
- It is the most complained-about Mks model year since 2000, with 142 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.