KnownCarProblems2014 Lincoln Mks Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 44 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Lincoln Mks, most often about the steering (27% of complaints, typically around 81,000 miles). It is 4th of 8 Mks model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2014 Lincoln Mks problems
Steering
12 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 81,000 miles. Parts named most often: steering control module.
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering failed, and the steering wheel was stiff and difficult to turn. The failure almost caused a collision. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and diagnosed that the steering gear, front lower control…
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated while driving at approximately 75 MPH, the steering fault and traction control warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that one mile from home, the steering wheel failed to respond. As a result, the contact pulled over. The vehicle was towed to an…
Fuel system
10 complaints · 23%Parts named most often: delivery.
Tsb: 16v621000 this happened to my car, I replaced the fuel pump control module, there is a recall but only for the 3.5 liter. I have the 3.7 liter AWD. The consumer stated he paid for the vehicle to be repaired as the VIN was not included in the recall.
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently failed to start. In addition, the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound and the air conditioner independently turned off. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called an independent mechanic who stated that…
Electrical
7 complaints · 16%Parts named most often: horn.
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mks. While driving various speeds in heavy rain, the speedometer failed to illuminate and obstructed the contact's view of how fast the vehicle was traveling. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…
The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and attempting to honk the horn, there was no sound coming from the horn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the mechanic stated that the steering column control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired because the…
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 14%8/3/2018 @ 31000 miles A/C stopped blowing. Just before this, noticed temp rose from 72* to 85* and hi. Immediately drove to my local ford dealer. Replaced blower($400). 3miles from repair, the beeping of rising temp of system began, not repaired. I called my service rep, told to return. It was friday. @4:20 pm. I…
Engine
4 complaints · 9%The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently failed to start. In addition, the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound and the air conditioner independently turned off. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called an independent mechanic who stated that…
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled upon acceleration. There were no warning lights illuminated. After exiting the vehicle, the doors began to lock and unlock. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who stated the failure was due to the…
Backup camera
3 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: rearview system braking, warnings.
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while in reverse, the rear-view camera failed to display an image as intended on the digital screen. An unknown message was displayed. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was not made…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2014 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.
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.
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 2014 Lincoln Mks
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Lincoln Mks?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (12 complaints, typically around 81,000 miles); fuel system (10 complaints); electrical (7 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2014 Lincoln Mks have?
- 2 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 2014 a bad year for the Lincoln Mks?
- It is 4th of 8 Mks model years by number of complaints, with 44 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.