2017 Lincoln Mkz problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (53) · Power Train (13) · Engine And Engine Cooling (10)
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43 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (4)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2023-03-10 · campaign 23V162000 · 1,280,726 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter 2018-06-11 · campaign 18V390000 · 25 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16 (S2). Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 17V-427.
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar 2018-03-12 · campaign 18V167000 · 1,301,986 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Risk: A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter 2017-07-06 · campaign 17V427000 · 6,026 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.
Service bulletins (222)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Fuel/Propulsion System 2026-01-16 · SSM 54504 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2016-2017 edge/mkx, 2017 continental/fusion/mkz vehicles equipped with a 2.7l or 3.0l ecoboost engine and built on 1-apr-2016 and through 1-jan-2017 may exhibit white or blue smoke from the exhaust, rough idle in neutral or park at normal operating temperature or after a hot restart. the vehicl
Electrical System 2025-11-26 · TSB 25-2570 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 24-2165 to update the tsb service procedure. some vehicles listed in the model statement above may exhibit various sync performance related concerns including but not limited to: display operation concerns navigation inoperative voice recognition concerns phone co
Power Train 2025-11-12 · SSM 54366 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2015-2021 ford and lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated mil with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0011, p0012, p0014, p0015, p0016, p0017, p0018, p0019, p0021, p0022, p0024 and/or p0025. pinpoint test hk in the powertrain control and emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) or in section 303-14 of th
Fuel/Propulsion System 2025-08-27 · TSB 25-2395 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 24-2345 to update the service procedure. some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil pan rtv seal. this may be due to a lack of rtv adhesion.
Unknown Or Other 2024-11-27 · SSM 53174 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
various vehicles equipped with a 2.7l or a 3.0l gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement during repairs. various vehicles equipped with a 2.7l or a 3.0l gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement during repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2024-11-26 · TSB 24-2345 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2015-2017 edge, 2016-2017 mkx, 2017 fusion/mkz/continental vehicles equipped with a 2.7l ecoboost or 3.0l ecoboost engine may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil pan rtv seal.
Showing the 6 most recent of 222 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-06 · Unknown Or Other“safety recall 22s43 (shifter cable bushing)…”
2026-10-02 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 86,000 mi“the contact owns a 2017 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while the vehicle was idling or driving there was a misfire. additionally, while driving 30 mph, the vehicle made an abnormally loud whining sound. the contact slowed down to 5 mph and continued driving. the check engine warning light illuminated, and there was an abnormal burning odor co…”
2026-09-22 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 75,300 mi“the contact owns a 2017 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine was faulty due to coolant intrusion and that the engine needed to be replaced. the manufac…”
2026-09-13 · Engine“my 2017 lincoln mkz with only 52100 miles started leaking coolant into the engine cylinders which will require a new engine. ford/lincoln is aware of this problem with their 2.0 liter ecoboost engine and has even issued a service bulletin and the necessary engine replacement. i have contacted lincoln customer service and their response was they ha…”
2026-09-04 · Unknown Or Other“i purchased a 2017 lincoln mkz and began experiencing serious engine problems, including repeated overheating and an engine misfire. the vehicle developed a check-engine light and a p0301 misfire code. i was advised by a repair shop that the vehicle has a serious engine problem and that the engine needs to be replaced. i am concerned that the over…”
2026-08-22 · Engine“we are submitting this vehicle safety complaint regarding a dealer-confirmed coolant-intrusion failure in our 2017 lincoln mkz equipped with the 2.0l ecoboost engine. the vehicle had approximately 60,063 miles when presented to parks lincoln of longwood. the vehicle developed a check engine light, rough running, shaking, and recurring misfire sympt…”
2026-08-20 · Engine“engine has rough idle and can stall. ford says engine has coolant intrusion and needs a new engine. the repair will cost between 8500 and 10000 dollars. …”
2026-08-13 · Engine“coolant intrusion into my 2.0l eco boost engine requiring engine replacement…”
2026-08-04 · Power Train · 102,450 mi“the contact owns a 2017 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the torque converter, flex plate, and transmission fluid pump were inoperable and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not y…”
2026-07-30 · Power Train · 🔥 fire“i am reporting a catastrophic engine failure and engine-compartment fire involving my 2017 lincoln mkz select, equipped with a 2.0l ecoboost engine, vin [xxx]. the vehicle had approximately 99,864 miles when the final failure occurred. shortly after i purchased the vehicle, the original engine developed severe overheating, loss of cabin heat, whit…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.