Lincoln MKT owners have reported 101 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (77 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power steering failed (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The electronic power steering motor has quit working. This is a $1,000 part to be replaced. Almost every other Ford\Lincoln vehicles have had this part recalled. Eventhough Ford knows this part will fail, they failed to include all vehicles with this terrible piece of equipment. Read details...
The power steering cuts out while vehicle is in motion. Error message states power steering assist failure, typically during a hard turn at low speed such as in or out of a parking spot. 15v340000 recall is for the next model year and the dealer and manufacturer have stated this vehicle cannot be Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2010 Lincoln Mkt. The contact stated that while reversing out of the driveway, the power steering failed and steering wheel locked. The vehicle was turned off and restarted several times before returning to normal operation. Read details...
After starting the car from a cold (65 degree) condition, the display showed an error message "electric power assist system malfunction" and I observed no power steering. The wheel was nearly impossible to turn. Read details...
The contact's grandmother owned a 2012 Lincoln Mkt. The contact stated that when his grandmother was starting the vehicle, she experienced a loss of power steering assist. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated. Read details...