KnownCarProblems2007 Lincoln Mkz Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 259 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Lincoln Mkz, most often about the air bags (71% of complaints, typically around 66,500 miles). It is the 2nd most complained-about Mkz model year since 2000 and has 4 recalls.
⚠ Safety advisory2 recalls for this car came with a do-not-drive warning. See below and check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Most common 2007 Lincoln Mkz problems
Air bags
184 complaints · 71%Half of these problems showed up before 66,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
Takata recall..... I own a 2007 Lincoln Mkz. I have been waiting since july 2016 for a replacement of the takata airbag. I got a second notice a year later 2017 telling me I need the airbag to be replaced but sorry Lincoln does not have it again. So now im going to 3 years that I have been unable to use my car. I have…
The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated, which was a safety concern. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (university ford north, 5331 n roxboro rd, durham, nc 27712, ([phone]) where the contact was advised to schedule a diagnostic appointment. The…
Brakes
42 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles. Parts named most often: pedals and linkages.
The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal squeaking sound was heard while depressing the brake pedal. The contact then received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the repair was…
The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be repaired under an unknown air bag and service brakes recall. The contact stated that the air bag and service brakes warning lights were illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the vehicle was repaired; however…
Wheels and tires
19 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 89,500 miles. Parts named most often: rim, valve.
I am having issues with low tires. They are constantly going low/flat. About 6 month ago I had one tire come completely off my rim. From what I am told by the dealership, the rims have to be shaved down and then re sealed. I just bought new tires less then a year ago and already in need of new ones because the tread…
The tires are always leaking air and the rims are the cause of it. The rims have hairline cracks in them. I have purchased several tires on the count of the poor quality of the rims.
Engine
7 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 75,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that the engine failed to operate once the ignition was started. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the battery was replaced. The failure recurred three times with the replacement of the battery each time. In addition, the front driver's side…
2007 Lincoln Mkz w/ 40k miles well-maintained. On four separate occasions approx 3 months apart, when engine still somewhat cool and within 5 miles of start-up, vehicle is stopped in drive with foot-brake applied. Engine suddenly revs and car begins to accelerate, despite application of hard brake pressure. To avoid…
Electrical
7 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 63,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, 12v/24v/48v battery.
My ignition coil imploded. I replaced 6 plugs and one coil, but as they were getting installed the mechanic showed me that the computer in my car was not giving a reading to the new coil, I took the car to the dealer and they confirmed that I need a new computer (PCM) the car shakes under 50 MPH, stop lights…
The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that the key was extremely difficult to remove from the ignition. The contact stated that after numerous attempts on some occasions, the key could be removed from the ignition. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle unintended accelerated while…
Transmission
7 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 110,500 miles.
The Lincoln was taken to a ford dealer for a whinning noise and smell of natural gas when car is cold. Dealer indicated it was noise from scored rotors. On january 18,2012 sound grew worse and sounded like parts were grinding. Took to a dealer and the dealer indicated the transfer case was failing, parts were…
The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that after having the rotors replaced, while driving approximately 30 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle coasted before coming to a complete stop. There were no warning lights illuminated.…
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 2%While entering access ramp to highway, at approx 30 MPH, the transmission shifted hard and I noticed the tachometer rise to 4000rpm and stay at that level. The vehicle would not shift. I did manage to enter the highway but the highest speed I could garner was 55mph all the while the tach stayed at 4-5000 RPM and…
Takata recall I contacted my local dealerships service department. They verified my recall. They explained that the parts are unavailable. I am concerned because the airbag light is on every time the car is running. I also have a recall for the carpet inserts. I have had many instances where my shoe get stuck on the…
Body and structure
5 complaints · 2%Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The contact stated that the vent in the dashboard buckled and the dealer stated that they were unable to repair. The dealer informed the contact that she will have to replace the entire dash board. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The contact stated that she took her vehicle into the Lincoln…
There is an ongoing problem with the dashboard bubbling. The padded vinyl covering separates from the underlying hard surface. As a result the defroster grill separates from the opening. This renders the defroster suspect and if not inoperable. The results it the vehicle defroster will not clear the windshield of…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 Lincoln Mkz recalls
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on april 9, 2021 for the passenger side, and november 14, 2022 for the driver side. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s12.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2007-2011 ranger, 2006-2012 fusion, lincoln zephyr, lincoln mkz, 2006-2011 mercury milan, 2007-2010 ford edge, and lincoln mkx vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Brakes: control unit/module
Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with dot 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the hcu will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the hcu as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began april 1, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s54.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 ford fusion, mercury milan, lincoln zephyr and mkz vehicles. The valves within the ABS hydraulic control units (hcu) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners of the recall and that parts are not yet available began mailing march 1, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s01.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2012 ford fusion and mustang and lincoln zephyr and mkz vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in alabama, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. Virgin islands, or "zone a." additionally, unless included in "zone a" above, ford is recalling certain 2009 ford ranger, edge, fusion and mustang, lincoln mkx, mkz and zephyr and mercury milan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia and west virginia, or "zone b." additionally, unless included in "zone a" or "zone b" above, ford is recalli
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Ford mailed interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available on july 15, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s01.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 ford ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 ford fusion, mercury milan and lincoln zephyr/mkz vehicles, 2007-2010 ford edge, lincoln mkx vehicles, 2005-2006 ford gt vehicles, and 2005-2011 ford mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in alabama, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. Virgin islands, or "zone a." additionally, unless included in "zone a" above, ford is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 ford ranger, edge and lincoln mkx vehicles, 2006-2008 ford fusion, mercury milan and lincoln zephyr/mkz vehicles, 2005-2006 ford gt vehicles and 2005-2008 ford mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana,
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Extended braking distance
Summary
On april 18, 2018, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened engineering analysis (ea) 18-002 to investigate reports of braking concerns in model year (my) 2006-12 ford fusion and lincoln mkz, and my 2006-11 mercury milan vehicles manufactured with continental automotive system?s ABS hydraulic control units (hcus). Complainants report that after an ABS braking event (initiated by slippery or uneven surfaces) the brake pedal moved towards the floor and the vehicle stopping distance increased beyond driver expectations.inside the hcu are four hydraulic normally closed (nc) valves with zinc-coated moving armatures that control the flow of brake fluid. Unstable brake fluid can degrade ove
Floor mat interference with accelerator
Summary
On may 27, 2014, ford motor company submitted recall 14e-028 (ford recall #14s07) to correct a safety-related problem with certain driver's side ford optional all-weather floor mats sold for use in model year 2006 through 2011 model year ford fusion, mercury milan, lincoln zephyr, and lincoln mkz vehicles built at hermosillo assembly plant (hap) from november 9, 2007, to october 31 ,2010.NHTSA testing determined that the original accessory all-weather mat with a single retention clip (figure 1), may interfere with accelerator pedal return to idle with the mat retained by the clip and rotated clockwise.both the single- and double-clip (figure 2) all-weather floor mats may interfere with the a
Tire valve cracking
Summary
On october 14, 2008, odi opened pe08-060 to investigate allegations of cracked and leaking snap-in tire valves in model year (my) 2007 vehicles manufactured by ford motor company.the valves were supplied to ford by topseal auto-parts, a subsidiary of the shanghai baolong automotive corporation in china.valves made by topseal for aftermarket sale were the subject of two recent safety recalls by tech international (08t-018) and dill air controls (08t-028), the latter of which was investigated by odi in pe08-036 and ea08-022.the defect conditions addressed by the aftermarket tire valve recalls both involved inadequate resistance to ozone cracking due to issues with the supply of anti-ozonant ch
Questions about the 2007 Lincoln Mkz
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Lincoln Mkz?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (184 complaints, typically around 66,500 miles); brakes (42 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles); wheels and tires (19 complaints, typically around 89,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2007 Lincoln Mkz have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 10, 2021 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the Lincoln Mkz?
- It is the 2nd most complained-about Mkz model year since 2000, with 259 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.