Service Brakes Problems of Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Lincoln Mkz Hybrid owners have reported 18 problems related to service brakes (under the service brakes category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Lincoln Mkz Hybrid based on all problems reported for the Mkz Hybrid.

1 Service Brakes problem of the 2012 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 07/10/2025

The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed and went all the way to the floorboard however, the vehicle failed to immediately stop. The contact stated that after pumping the brake pedal repeatedly the vehicle came to a stop. The abs warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with the abs control module failure. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.

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2 Service Brakes problem of the 2011 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 06/02/2025

The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the brake service warning light illuminated. The contact used excessive force on the brake pedal and the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 168,258.

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3 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 07/10/2023

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph and pressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal extended to the floor causing the stopping distance to be extended, almost causing the vehicle to crash into the rear of another vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered that brake fluid had leak from the vehicle. The vehicle was later towed the residence. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The failure mileage was 70,000.

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4 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 05/14/2023

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the braking system malfunctioned, and the brake pedal was depressed and extended to the floorboard, causing the vehicle to drive out into the intersection. Upon inspection, it was discovered that brake fluid had leaked from the vehicle and the brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that parts for NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000(service brakes, hydraulic) were not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.

5 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 05/06/2023

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 20 -30 mph and approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to respond and went down to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact's husband pumped the brake pedal until the brakes responded. The contact's husband was able to continue driving. The contact's husband purchased brake fluid and added to the reservoir however, the fluid started leaking onto the ground. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact later received recall notice of NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

6 Service Brakes problem of the 2017 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 04/17/2023

The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulics) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle stalled and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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7 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 03/15/2023

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph, the brake warning light illuminated. The brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact stated that he was able to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic diagnosed the failure as a ruptured front driver’s side brake hose. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that 2-months later while driving 70 mph, the brake warning light illuminated again, and the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard again. The vehicle was driven to a firestone repair center and diagnosed with a ruptured front passenger’s side brake hose. The brake hose was replaced. The contact stated that he received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) in April of 2023. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified due to the recall notification stating that the remedy parts were not available. The contact stated that the letter stated parts would be available in the third quarter of 2023. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair since the vehicle had already experienced the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

8 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 03/13/2023

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, the braking distance was extended. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the part to do the recall repair was expected September 2023. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

9 Service Brakes problem of the 2017 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 03/13/2023

The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had 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.

10 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 01/07/2023

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph and making a lane change, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact pumped the brake pedal however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic between neutral(n) and drive(d) because the brakes failed to work as designed. The independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the brake lines needed to be replaced and that the brake fluid reservoir needed to be refilled. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact stated that she had recently received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and related the failure to the recall. The failure mileage was unknown.

11 Service Brakes problem of the 2015 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 03/01/2022

The contact's wife owns a 2015 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 22v011000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer had been notified of the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. VIN tool showed no open recall on the vehicle.

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12 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 02/15/2019

Tried to stop at intersection and brakes did not work. Kept pushing down on brake with both feet still could not stop. I slammed into back of a truck at intersectioncausing bad damage to my car. I want Ford Lincoln motor CO. To payfor damages and repair my car. It was not my fault and I should not have to pay for car to be fixed what about liability insurance? it will also raise my insurance now because everyone thinks it was my fault. I was took to hospital and did not get to tell my side of what happened. I was on interstate coming up to red light. Started trying to stop because light was red I could not stop no matter what I did and ended up slamming into back of truck practically destroying my car in the process. I want my car fixed.

13 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 02/15/2019

Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated that while approching a red light the vehicle depressed the brake pedal with full force and was unable to get the vehicle to stop causing him to crash into the vehicle in front of him. The vehicle behind the contact vehicle rear ended the contacts vehicle. The contact sustained head injuries that needed medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed. The dealer cavenaugh Ford Lincoln, llc 2000 e highland dr, jonesboro, ar 72401 directed the contact to contact the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 52,000. Am.

14 Service Brakes problem of the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 02/15/2019

Brakes would not work kept trying using both feet and would not stop car. Ended up hitting truck in rear causing severe damage to my car. I do not want money I want my damages to be paid so mycar will be back like it was before. What can I do when my brakes did not respond to me frantically trying to stop?I was going down an interstate coming up to intersection truck was in front and I slammed into the rear with the front of my mkz.

15 Service Brakes problem of the 2013 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 09/01/2017

I have advancetrac service warning, hill assist and abs disabled and the steering wheel being heavier than normal plus the transmission slipping while acceleration and braking. The problem usually happens at wet or cold weather. It started once a day but now at least 50 times a day. Many times that happens when I start the car and turning the steering wheel but it also keep happening during driving. I went to the Lincoln dealer at franklin, tennessee and they kept the car for 3 days and after that they did nothing and took $140 for diagnosis!!!!!!!! they give me the car back and told we can't get the problem so keep driving and record your notes for the problem.

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16 Service Brakes problem of the 2017 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 11/11/2016

The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. After it rained or after the vehicle has been parked overnight, the contact heard an abnormal noise from the front and rear brakes when attempting to drive. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (stuart powell Ford Lincoln Mazda located at 225 s danville bypass, danville, kentucky), but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who informed the contact that their engineers were looking into the failure. There was a manufacturer communication under NHTSA id number: 10095821 (service brakes/electric), which stated that no repairs should be done at the time and to monitor oasis for future updates. The failure mileage was unknown.

17 Service Brakes problem of the 2015 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 09/09/2014

The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at 75 mph, the forward collision system activated causing the vehicle to brake unintended. The contact had to accelerate in order to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed at an unknown location where it was informed that the vehicle was functioning as designed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100.

18 Service Brakes problem of the 2012 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid

Failure Date: 06/28/2013

While driving on two lane road approx. 50 mph, engine stopped, advance track light came on , lost steering and breaking, coasted to stop. Restarted and drove home. Carried to dealer , who replaced. Steering gear. Computer should show you warning but not shut vehicle down loosing breaking and steering. If there had been traffic or had been on busy road traveling int. Speed could have been life taking for my family and others on same road.


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