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2018 Lincoln MKZ

Verified July 23, 2026Sources: NHTSA · EPA · vPIC

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Safety
5
of 5 stars
Recalls
2
on record
MPG
—
combined

Open recalls on record

2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer — check the VIN before you buy.

Recalls2
Complaints31
Safety
Fuel

Vehicle Summary

2018 Lincoln MKZ

2 recalls
31 complaints
5/5 safety rating

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Safety record at a glance

Recall campaigns
2
Owner complaints
31
Complaints citing a crash
1

These are raw counts from NHTSA records. They are not normalized by how many of these vehicles are on the road, so a model that sold in large numbers will tend to show more of everything. We do not publish a composite safety or reliability score.

2 Recalls on Record

These recalls have been issued by the manufacturer. Contact any authorized dealer to verify they have been completed — repairs are free.

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Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns affecting this model year.

  • 18V167000high

    Steering issue

    STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

    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.

  • 23V162000high

    Brake system issue

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Consumer complaints

31 owner reports filed with NHTSA.

31
Total
1
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries

Most reported components

  • ENGINE18
  • OTHER3
  • FUEL SYSTEM2
  • ELECTRICAL2
  • WHEELS/TIRES1

Notable Issues

31 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA. 1 report involves injuries. 1 report involves a crash.

Most reported problems

engine problems (stalling, power loss, warning lights)18
miscellaneous issues3
fuel system problems (leaks, pump failure)2

Specifications & ratings

Specifications

Body class
Unknown
Drive type
Unknown
Engine
0L 0-cyl
Fuel type
Unknown
Transmission
Unknown
Seats
0

NHTSA crash ratings

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover

Data sources

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Common problems

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318 owner complaints analyzed

Systems recalled

Safety timeline

Full timeline
  1. Investigation closed

    NHTSA closed investigation RQ22004

    Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

  2. Recall

    Recall 23V162000

    A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  3. Investigation opened

    NHTSA opened investigation RQ22004

    Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

  4. Recall

    Recall 18V167000

    A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.