KnownCarProblems2017 Lincoln Mkz Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 141 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Lincoln Mkz, most often about the engine (60% of complaints, typically around 75,500 miles). It is 6th of 14 Mkz model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2017 Lincoln Mkz problems
Engine
84 complaints · 60%Half of these problems showed up before 75,500 miles. Parts named most often: cooling system.
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine was faulty due to coolant intrusion and that the engine…
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, there was smoke coming from the exhaust pipe, and the steering wheel was vibrating. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact safely pulled over and exited the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to her residence. The…
Transmission
24 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 107,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that while driving at speeds above 30 MPH, there was a rumbling sound and vibration coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who informed the contact that the transmission torque converter was inoperable and needed to be…
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked abnormally with the powertrain warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to function…
Brakes
16 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 75,500 miles.
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal made an abnormal squeaking sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that the brakes had failed. The contact stated that the…
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated while driving 30-40 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond immediately. The contact stated that the vehicle responded when the brake pedal was depressed down to the floorboard. The contact stated that as she continued driving, the…
Other or unspecified
12 complaints · 9%I went to start my vehicle no power at all.. Weird nothing ever happened like that before. So I get aaa to give me a boost. I get to my destination. Go to get back in my car and leave. Car dead no power at all. Get towed to the dealer. Battery check was good. They couldn't find out the problem. Then the car would get…
Electrical
10 complaints · 7%I went to start my vehicle no power at all.. Weird nothing ever happened like that before. So I get aaa to give me a boost. I get to my destination. Go to get back in my car and leave. Car dead no power at all. Get towed to the dealer. Battery check was good. They couldn't find out the problem. Then the car would get…
Fuel system
9 complaints · 6%1-car stalled and died turning from parking lot onto street. Barely avoiding collision. 1/6/2018. Defect in fuel delivery. Still in shop. 2- odd noise and smell while backing up due to cracks in brake pad . 1/17/17 replaced 01/17/17 ( have repair invoice, not sure how to upload)
Vehicle stalls/loses power once fuel reaches below half tank of gas. Ford has issued tsb's on this very issue on many of their other engines, but I've been unable to find a tsb for this issue for my vehicle specifically. Here is the tsb for ford focus's with this issue: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain…
Steering
6 complaints · 4%With the v6 twin turbo equipped front wheel drive Mkz you get an extra trill in addition to the fast accelleration . The torque steer problem is so bad the steering wheel snaps out of your hand and jumps into the on comming lane ! If your looking for an exciting car to drive, this is it !!!!
While driving in heavy traffic on the interstate attempted to change lanes and accelerate, car suddenly lost power and the "see manual" light illuminated with tool - fortunately was able to coast car off exit ramp safely and pull over, at which point the engine chugged and stalled. First restart "see manual" light…
Speed control
5 complaints · 4%While driving in heavy traffic on the interstate attempted to change lanes and accelerate, car suddenly lost power and the "see manual" light illuminated with tool - fortunately was able to coast car off exit ramp safely and pull over, at which point the engine chugged and stalled. First restart "see manual" light…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Lincoln Mkz recalls
Brakes: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 27, 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Transmission: torque converter
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on july 5, 2018. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17s16 (s2). Note: this recall is an expansion of recall 17v-427.
Full defect summary
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.
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Risk: A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s08.
Full defect summary
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.
Transmission: torque converter
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford or lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began august 25, 2017. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17s16.
Full defect summary
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.
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
Front brake jounce hose failures
Summary
On august 8, 2022, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened this investigation based on 50 vehicle owner questionnaires (voqs) alleging front brake jounce hose ruptures on model year (my) 2013-2018 ford fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. A ruptured front brake hose results in a brake fluid leak. As a result, the driver may experience an increase in pedal travel and a reduction in the rate of deceleration, increasing the risk of a crash. It should be noted that the subject vehicles identified fell outside the scope of NHTSA safety recall 20v-469, which addressed front brake hoses rupturing on certain my 2015-2018 ford edge and 2016-2018 lincoln mkx vehicles. The result causes a brake fl
Questions about the 2017 Lincoln Mkz
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lincoln Mkz?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (84 complaints, typically around 75,500 miles); transmission (24 complaints, typically around 107,000 miles); brakes (16 complaints, typically around 75,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Lincoln Mkz have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 10, 2023 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Lincoln Mkz?
- It is 6th of 14 Mkz model years by number of complaints, with 141 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.