Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of Lincoln MKS

Lincoln MKS owners have reported 31 problems related to engine and engine cooling (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Lincoln MKS based on all problems reported for the MKS.

1 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 06/18/2025

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while reversing, there was a huge blast of white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for routine maintenance and was diagnosed and determined that the water pump was leaking, the turbo charger was losing power, the power transfer unit was overheating, and the water pump was overheating. The water pump was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

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2 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2014 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 06/28/2024

Vehicle turned off while driving. Luckily, I was driving in a parking lot when it happened, therefore, I was not at a high volume of speed. The issue has been confirmed by a dealer. No inspection by manufacturer or others has been conducted. No warning lamps or other messages were noted prior to failure. Issues have been ongoing for about 2 months now.

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3 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2014 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 11/14/2023

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 fuel pump. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 16v621000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.

4 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2011 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 07/30/2023

The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated while making a left turn, the steering wheel seized, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle and continued driving to her destination. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering) however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.

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5 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2015 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 07/05/2023

I have noticed a coolant leak that is the result of a faulty water pump design. To make it worse, the rocket scientists at Ford motor company buried the water pump internally in the engine. It is a very expensive repair on what should be a component bolted to the exterior of the engine. There are numerous class action lawsuits against fmc for this matter. I think a recall should be issued or compensation for repairs on what is a very expensive endeavor. My wife drives this car. I am going through the repair process. Fmc is known to have hidden the problem. Please issue a recall so people are not burdened by a bad corporate decision. Faulty water pumps can cause engine failure resulting in an accident on the public roadway. Cars should have building codes that forbid these stupid designs. Cars should be designed to be easier to repair with modularity. As a government agency, this is in the public interest to make fmc accountable for their faulty design and issue a recall or compensation for repairs related to this faulty part. Mk.

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6 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 03/30/2023

Ford port richey overcharged for diagnosis. Claim on credit report still owe them. Same with ferman Ford clearwater overcharged key. Said need two in order to program ecm. Broke two other things. Wiper cord and guitar strings were cracked.

7 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2009 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 01/18/2023

Water pump failure.

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8 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2010 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 07/19/2022

The contact owns a 2010 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that upon placing her vehicle into park(p), the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was hot. The engine then failed to restart after the failure. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer where she was informed that the water pump was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

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9 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 06/28/2022

Water pump failure or malfunctioned causing the engine to over heat and then to engine stall going 75 mph. After having it towed it was determined the water pump was leaking. It put myself and others at risk of an accident. The water pump sits directly in the center of the engine so it can’t be inspected so easily and only option is to just replace. The water pump was confirmed by a licensed Lincoln certified dealer and failed at 69,639 miles. Many others have reported having this same issue. There was a warning signal that flashed as the engine reach an overheating temp, but there were none prior the incident .

10 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2011 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 01/01/2022

Engine/coolant reservoir, yes you can inspect it. When driving, or stop at a traffic light or just parked, the car will just start smoking and getting hot, the temperature gauge would not show it was getting hot until after it started smoking. The car would stop in the middle of the street or on the freeway. All the antifreeze would leak out of the reservoir and be all over the engine and the ground, when you put antifreeze in the reservoir the next day, you can drive for a little distant, but it will start doing the same thing all over again. The cooling fan would come on and never goes off, it gets louder and louder, it has never done this before. I have taken my car to the dealer 3 times and they charged me over $4. 000 and still couldn't fix it. They told me that they do not know what's wrong with it. The engine cooling system / reservoir should be recalled.

11 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2011 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 12/03/2021

As I was returning home from a haircut, my 2011 Lincoln Mks shut off as I was attempting to stop at a red light. I was able to get the car to complete stop. I looked at the dash to see if any warning signs, alerts or any gauges we abnormal. When nothing alarmed me I started my vehicle and proceeded when the light turned green approximately 1/2 mile the car stalled again as I was driving at 35 mph. I had a difficult time getting the car to stop as the steering wheel locked and the brake pedal was hard to push in. I eventually was able to get it to a complete stop on the right side of the road, by pushing extra hard on the brake and pulling the steering wheel to the right. Which the driver side of my vehicle still in the path of other vehicles I knew my car wasn’t safe there and could possibly cause an accident. I called my husband who came to the location of the car and raised the hood when he noticed the coolant in the overflow reservoir was empty. We filled the reservoir. We started the vehicle which ran normal and didn’t not illuminate any warning light or raise any gauges. Drove vehicle home which was approximately 3 miles as pulling into my driveway the temperature gauge slowly began rising above normal line. I shut car off immediately got out and raised the hood when I seen smoke emerging from under the hood. The coolant reservoir was completely empty again. My husband pulled the dipstick to check the oil where we observed antifreeze covering the entire length of dipstick. This is impossible to prevent or fix if there are no signs or symptoms given to the driver that there is a problem. We have our vehicle serviced regularly and have all the receipts to prove. Ford need to fix and /or replace these engines. People work hard everyday and depend on there vehicles for there daily lives. It’s not an honest sales when a faulty water pump is placed inside and engine knowing water pumps are a commonly replaced part and that if this water pump fails it would ruin engin.

12 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2010 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 10/04/2021

Exhaust manifold leaks gas fumes into the cabin via a/c.

13 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 10/04/2021

Sudden loss of power and deceleration. This happens intermittently and sets a code p2111 every time. Can drive for days between incidents and never know when it will happen. Gives no warning just shuts down immediately. This is very dangerous and my wife almost got hit yesterday in traffic due to malfunction.

14 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2011 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 07/01/2021

The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the temperature gauge would rise from cool(c) to hot(h) and the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact stated that once she turned off the cooling fans, the vehicle would cool off while idle; however, the temperature would rise once she resumed normal driving. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where she was informed that the failure could not be duplicated. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who informed her that there was a service bulletin on the vehicle and referred her back to the dealer. The dealer was again notified about the failure and referred her to the manufacturer for assistance. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred her to the NHTSA hotline. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

15 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2009 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 11/06/2020

As I was drving the vehicle stopped in the middle of traffic with no warning or no warning lights on the dash. I had it towed to the nearest dealer where they informed me that the motor was blown at 86,000 miles after buying it at 66,000 miles from Lexus of Lincoln. The dealer informed me that they cold not do anything and now being stuck with a $6000 loan on a vehicle that is no longer available to drive.

16 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 02/04/2020

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that when the contact tried to cold start the vehicle it did not start. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer sentry Lincoln 4080 mystic valley pkwy, medford, MA 02155 (781) 333-337. They diagnosed the issue as with the fuel pump control module. Thesy said there were no recalls and contact agreed to the repairs for $500 and was going to pick up the vehicle up today. The manufacturer stated also there were no recalls. The failure mileage 65,000. Tf.

17 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2009 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 01/15/2020

I got in my vehicle 1 morning and noticed knocking once I started it. A very light knock. I immediately knew something was wrong. I checked and changed my oil. The oil was milky and I suspected that coolant was being mixed with oil. I have always got my oil changed when required. My car has never ran hot. The vehicle was stationary in my home driveway. Prior to hearing the knocking my vehicle was fine.

18 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2011 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 07/04/2019

Https://youtu. Be/cu8j1msz8oe cam phaser with documentation.

19 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2012 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 11/15/2017

The car stutters on soft acceleration while pulling out or increase in velocity when going up hill or on upgrades. Premature valve cover leaking into spark plugs and soaking ignition packs overheating prematurely while in slow moving to moderate traffic intermitten wipers defective when I acquired it.

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20 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2015 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 10/12/2017

My vehicle suddenly lost power while I was driving on highway. I have to stop vehicle on sideline open the door and start it again for it to start. I didn't ran into this issue for few days but it occurred again today in morning while I was driving. The issue get resolved when I stop the car and start it again and there is no error code or issues that I can use to diagnose and get the issue resolved with car. Sudden loss of power in car is terrifying on highway.

21 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2010 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 08/18/2017

Lincoln Mks 2010 lost power on highway and started shaking. Towed to a mechanic who did a tune-up, checked the turbos and now says it needs the motor replaced due to a bad cylinder. Ford needs to fix these ecoboost engines which are failing.

22 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2015 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 04/24/2017

Tl the contact owns a 2015 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was reading 3/4 of a tank after filling up the tank. The contact stated she noticed a fuel leak inside the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 15v605000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The contact also stated that the front driver's and front passenger's side seat panels were detaching from the vehicle and prevented her from being able to move the seats. The contact also stated that the vehicle was unable to accelerate and jerked into gear while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer richmond Ford Lincoln (4600 w broad st, richmond, va 23230, (804) 358-5521) where it was diagnosed with needing the seat panels to be replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure with the fuel tank reading. The vehicle was repaired but continued to experience the failure with the seat panels. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,160.

23 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2010 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 12/16/2016

The contact owns a 2010 Lincoln Mks. While driving at any speed, the vehicle would lose acceleration. The dealer diagnosed that the throttle and acceleration control sensors failed. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 83,500.

24 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 08/16/2016

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that the push button start failed. The contact believed that the engine was off when it was still on, causing carbon moxide to fill the garage. The contact and passenger became ill due to the carbon monoxide. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not equipped with an alarm that advised that the engine was on nor did it have a timer that will shut off the engine automatically if left on. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 18,900.

25 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 10/05/2015

Tl-the contact owned 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle started smoking from under the hood. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road. Flames were emerging from the engine. The police and the fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to nearest dealer. No injuries were reported. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000. Bp.

26 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 06/15/2015

Rina & pasquale fontanini died as well as 30 others like guinee pigs for big auto profit over safety. They had the chance to regulate in 2011 and failed thanks cesrae fontanini cell 847-894-5862.

27 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 06/15/2015

Please pass safety regulations for keyless ignitions. Both my parents died from this, you had the chance in 2011 to do it and 6 more people have died in this manner.

28 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 06/15/2015

Tl the son called on behalf of the vehicle owners of a 2013 Lincoln Mks. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked in the garage with the engine running, both the driver and the passenger left the vehicle unattended and entered the home. The vehicle was equipped with keyless entry that did not chime to alert the driver that the vehicle engine remained active. As a result, carbon-monoxide filled the garage and the home causing fatal injuries to the driver and passenger while they were both still inside their home. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to libertyville Lincoln dealer located at 941 s milwaukee Ave, libertyville, illinois 60048 where it was inspected but no results were available at the time of the complaint. The vehicle was then towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000. The VIN was unavailable.

29 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 06/15/2015

My parents died due to NHTSA not passing regulations on keyless ignition car systems. . (google fontanini keyless ignition death) for full story. This was preventable and more deaths have happen since. Wake up and pass regulations.

30 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 06/15/2015

Keyless ignition deaths, rina & pasquale fontanini pass rules & regulations on keyless autos.

31 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2013 Lincoln MKS

Failure Date: 05/15/2013

Happened 2 - 3 times. Engine will sputter/die after coming to near stop and then trying to accelerate into traffic flow or make a turn through traffic onto a street. Car will start up again after pressing gas pedal numerous times. Very scary and dangerous as car dies in front of oncoming traffic . I was told at Ford dealer that Ford knows about the problem but there is nothing that can be done. This is a serious safety issue involving a very expensive automobile. Ford needs to be forced to do the right thing and either fix the problem or refund the purchase price.



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