Lincoln MKZ owners have reported 5 problems related to latches/locks/linkage (under the latches/locks/linkage category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Lincoln MKZ based on all problems reported for the MKZ.
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was applied and failed to respond. The brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on two occasions, and both times it was diagnosed that the brake pads and brake fluid needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired both times; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact also stated that the rear passenger side door was failing to close and that the transmission not in park(p) warning message was illuminated when the gear was shifted into park(p). The VIN was included in campaign number: 20v331000 (latches/locks/linkages), NHTSA campaign number: 22v011000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the front brake hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.
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The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v331000 (latches/locks/linkages). The contact stated that when he attempted to close the front driver’s side door, the door latch would not secure lock. The contact used a dog leash to secure the door to the door frame to prevent the door from opening while driving. The dealer and 3 other unknown dealers were made aware of the failure however, the contact was informed that repair parts were not readily available and had to be ordered from the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the vehicle had to be taken to a Lincoln dealer, not a Ford dealer for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 71,000.
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The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln Mkz. While driving approximately 5 mph making a turn, the vehicle hesitated and the driver heard a popping noise. The contact lost control of the steering and crashed into a curb. There were no warning indicators illuminated. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was damaged and towed to a dealer (dana Ford Lincoln, staten island, new york, 718-983-8700) where it was diagnosed that the a-frame was fractured and needed to be replaced. The technician also recommended a wheel alignment. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v643000 (latches/locks/linkages). The failure mileage was 28,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
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The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v246000 (latches/locks/linkages) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
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 inferior power door lock failed to unlock. The contact had to exit the vehicle from the front passenger's side door. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The failure mileage was unavailable.
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
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Door Latch problems | |
Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
Hood Latch problems | |
Trunk Lid Latch problems |