2019 Lincoln Mkz problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (7) · Steering (3) · Power Train (2)
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Safety recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention:software 2025-06-27 · campaign 25V442000 · 200,237 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Service bulletins (127)
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.
Electrical System 2026-02-17 · SSM 54589 · Other
some 2019-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with sync3 may experience various connectivity concerns with the ford app lincoln app including but not limited to: missing activation prompt pop-upon the vehicle's center display screen when attempting to activate vehicle through the ford app linco
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
Unknown Or Other 2025-08-07 · SSM 54116 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
various 2019-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with sync 3 may experience a partially or fully black center display screen at start-up using apple carplay or android auto. this does not affect rear camera operation. this may be due to interference from the phone being connected into the media
Unknown Or Other 2025-05-10 · 24B47 S1 · Other
certain 2018-2024 model year various vehicles — update sync software
Unknown Or Other 2024-12-04 · 24B47 S1 · Other
certain 2018 - 2024 model year various vehicles update sync software
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.
Showing the 6 most recent of 127 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-07 · Engine“i noticed on mid sept/2026 when i started my car the engine was idling rough for a few minutes, then went idling normal. every morning after it repeated itself when first starting the car and my check engine light came on. i scheduled a a diagnostic with an auto shop and it was diagnosed as cylinder 2 misfire. shop told me to check if coolant lev…”
2026-09-01 · Engine“in august 2026, my 2019 lincoln mkz equipped with the 2.0l ecoboost engine, with approximately 39,000 miles, began experiencing repeated coolant loss, rough shaking during startup, engine misfires, temperature-gauge fluctuations toward hot, and an “engine coolant over temperature” warning while the vehicle was being driven. the warning appeared and…”
2026-08-19 · Engine“on xxx, the engine in my 2019 lincoln mkz (mileage 58,089) with the 2.0l ecoboost engine suffered a catastrophic, sudden failure while driving. the vehicle began to overheat & run extremely rough, triggering multiple warning lights. it is now inoperable and unsafe to drive. the vehicle was towed to a lincoln dealership (tasca lincoln in [xxx]) for …”
2026-07-30 · Engine“my engine has failed at less than 40,000 miles due to coolant leaking into the engine. …”
2026-07-08 · Unknown Or Other“the shifter cable bushing was broken. car would not move out of park. same as recall 22543 but this vehicle was not included. i have sent this before with the repair order from the dealership but the mileage was incorrect on that form by the service adviser. i am enclosing the corrected mileage with the receipt …”
2026-07-03 · Unknown Or Other“the shifter cable bushing was broken and car was stuck on park…”
2026-04-14 · Engine“technical service bulletin 19-2387 my vehicle has this defect which is an ongoing problem and at the time of this correspondence my vehicle has under 13,000 miles. seepage around the perimeter of the oil pan which in time will result in a steady leak and in turn loosing enough oil will cause engine damage. technicians refer to this as the oil pan s…”
2026-04-01 · Engine“vehicle model is prone to coolant intrusion which causes misfire and engine shut off while driving. car shakes while accelerating. …”
2026-03-12 · Unknown Or Other“ i took my car to a lincoln dealer because i was getting a drive control malfunction error every time i started my car. after a couple of days, i called the service dept. for a status update on the repair. the dealer told me that the car could not be repaired because they don't have a replacement part. they had me call the lincoln concierge, who al…”
2026-02-17 · Steering · 116,100 mi“the contact owns a 2019 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while reversing, the steering wheel wobbled. the contact stated that the steering wheel was moving back and forth. in addition, the contact stated that while making a turn, the steering wheel turned in the intended direction without an issue. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechan…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.