2014 Lincoln MKZ Problems & Complaints

Most common 2014 Lincoln MKZ problems

• Steering~65,000 miles
  2526%
• Electrical system~63,000 miles
  1718%
• Other / not specified~67,000 miles
  1111%
• Fuel & propulsion system~69,000 miles
  1010%
• Engine & cooling~92,000 miles
  1010%
• Transmission & drivetrain~38,000 miles
  99%
• Brakes~44,000 miles
  99%
• Wheels & tires~78,000 miles
  77%
• Driver assistance~63,000 miles
  77%
• Body & structure~65,000 miles
  66%
• Locks & latches~60,000 miles
  44%
• Speed control & acceleration~18,000 miles
  33%
• Air bags~124,000 miles
  33%
• Seats~70,000 miles
  33%
• Suspension
  22%
• Stability & traction control~53,000 miles
  11%
• Seat belts
  11%
• Windows, wipers & sunroof~113,000 miles
  11%

Share of the 97 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Lincoln MKZ complaints by model year

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2014 Lincoln MKZ recalls (13)

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal safety investigators have looked into 3 possible defects involving the 2014 Lincoln MKZ:

What 2014 Lincoln MKZ owners say

Steering all 25 →

The contact owns a 2024 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to function as intended. In addition, the contact stated that there was an abnormal play in the steering wheel. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact later noticed fluid on the ground underneath the front driver's side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the leak was close to the brake line. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the steering wheel moves up and down. No warning lights were illuminated at the time of the failure. The vehicle was then taken to an independent where the contact was provided with information regarding NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V167000 (Steering). The owner also contacted an unknown Ford dealer. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V167000 (Steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer has not been notified. The failure mileage was 123,000.

Electrical system

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated while reversing out of his parking lot, the vehicle stalled and the contact felt the vehicle lose power and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact had to restart the vehicle several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that the PCN had a failure and the PCN was replaced but the failure continued, the vehicle was taken to another dealer and the fuel pump was replaced but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and they stated the PCN had failed but, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and they stated that there was no recall under his VIN and advised him to contact the NHTSA Hotline and file a complaint. The failure mileage was 89,000.

User interface for HVAC, entertainment system, and everything through the Ford Sync screen is unusable. Had this repaired 11 months prior. Issue returned. Dealer says , "There are several things going on with it. 1 The front inter face control module 2. Display screen and 3. APIM. Parts labor and tax it would run $2,670.00." There are many instances of reports of these issues with not only the MKZ models, but with many of Ford's lineup including Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Safety implications are uncontrollable heat (unsafe temperature levels and fatigue inducing), uncontrollable sound levels (distracting and can't hear environment), loss of hands free, loss of backup camera.

Fuel & propulsion system

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated while reversing out of his parking lot, the vehicle stalled and the contact felt the vehicle lose power and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact had to restart the vehicle several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that the PCN had a failure and the PCN was replaced but the failure continued, the vehicle was taken to another dealer and the fuel pump was replaced but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and they stated the PCN had failed but, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and they stated that there was no recall under his VIN and advised him to contact the NHTSA Hotline and file a complaint. The failure mileage was 89,000.

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road and within 1-2 minutes he was able to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V621000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.

2014 Lincoln MKZ engines & fuel economy

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.