Table 1 shows one common steering related problems of the 2009 Lincoln MKZ.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems |
Tl-the contact owns a 2009 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated abnormally. The contact stated that the vehicle felt as if the vehicle was being driven on four flat tires. The contact was unsure as to where the vibration emanated from. The vehicle was taken to towne Lincoln located at 3535 southwestern blvd, orchard park, NY 14127, (888) 377-0879, to be diagnosed. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted or notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 139,000. Ah.
When making a right hand turn steering was lost and the engine shut off. The car went into the opposing lane but thankfully there were no cars at the light. After starting the engine again, the steering was working again. Took car into Lincoln dealership and they could not find anything wrong with the steering but said the throttle body was bad and there was an issue communicating with the pcm. The throttle body and pcm were both replaced. We have not had it occur again.
The contact owns a 2009 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that the steering would constantly pull to the right while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected and realigned the steering wheel with the correct specifications. After picking up the vehicle from the dealer the failure recurred. The contact stated that the vehicle would be taken back to the dealer for further inspection of the steering. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 30,198. Updated 08/30/12.