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Lincoln MKZ: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.

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MakeLincoln
ClassMidsize car
Model years (US)2007–2020
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
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Generations and technical specifications

Lincoln MKZ – Second generation2012–2020
Lincoln MKZ – Second generation
SpecificationValue
Production2012–2020
Model years2013–2020
PlatformFord CD4 platform (CD533)
EnginesGasoline
2.0 L EcoBoost I4 (turbocharged)
3.7 L Duratec V6 (2013–2016)
3.0 L EcoBoost V6 (twin-turbo) (2017–2020)
Gasoline Hybrid
2.0 L Duratec I4
TransmissionsFord 6-speed 6F automatic
Ford HF35 automatic Hybrid
Wheelbase2,850 mm
Length4,930 mm
Width1,864 mm
Height1,476–1,478 mm
Kerb weight1,684–1,774 kg
DesignerMax Wolff (Exterior)
Soo Kang (Interior)
Lincoln MKZ – First generation2005–2012
Lincoln MKZ – First generation
SpecificationValue
ProductionAugust 1, 2005–2012
Model years2006–2012
PlatformFord CD3 platform (CD378)
EnginesGasoline
3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 ('06)
3.5 L Duratec 35 V6 ('07-'12)
Gasoline Hybrid
2.5 L Duratec 25 I4 (Hybrid; '11-'12)
Transmissions6-speed Aisin TF-80 automatic
Wheelbase2,728 mm
Length2006–09 4,839 mm
2010–12: 4,821 mm
Width1,834 mm
Height2006: 1,453 mm
2007–09: 1,450 mm
2010–12: 1,445 mm
2011–12 Hybrid: 1,443 mm
Kerb weight2006: 1,559 kg
2007–09: 1,574 kg
2010–12: 1,632 kg
2011–12 Hybrid: 1,704 kg

Engines and transmissions

Model yearsEngineTransmissionDriveFuel
2013–20202.0 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2013–20202.0 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2013–20202.0 L, 4 cyl hybridCVT (continuously variable)Front-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2017–20203.0 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2017–20203.0 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2013–20163.7 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2013–20163.7 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2011–20122.5 L, 4 cyl hybridCVT (continuously variable)Front-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2010, 20123.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2007–20123.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
20113.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFour-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2007–20093.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFour-wheel or all-wheel drivePetrol (regular)

Fuel economy (EPA)

Model yearsConfigurationCombinedCityHighway
2013–20202.0 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive9.4–10.2 L/100 km10.7–11.8 L/100 km7.6–8.4 L/100 km
2013–20202.0 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive9.0–9.8 L/100 km10.7–11.8 L/100 km7.1–7.6 L/100 km
2013–20202.0 L, 4 cyl hybrid · CVT (continuously variable) · Front-wheel drive5.7–6.2 L/100 km5.6–6.2 L/100 km6.0–6.4 L/100 km
2017–20203.0 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive11.8 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km
2017–20203.0 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive11.2 L/100 km13.1 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km
2013–20163.7 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive11.2–11.8 L/100 km13.1–13.8 L/100 km9.0–9.8 L/100 km
2013–20163.7 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive10.7–11.2 L/100 km12.4–13.1 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km
2011–20122.5 L, 4 cyl hybrid · CVT (continuously variable) · Front-wheel drive6.2 L/100 km5.7 L/100 km6.7 L/100 km
2010, 20123.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive12.4 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km9.8 L/100 km
2007–20123.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive10.7–11.8 L/100 km13.1–13.8 L/100 km8.4–9.4 L/100 km
20113.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive12.4 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km9.8 L/100 km
2007–20093.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive12.4 L/100 km13.8–14.7 L/100 km9.8 L/100 km

Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.

Key specifications

Key specifications
SpecificationValue
EPA size classMidsize car
Model years in EPA data2007–2020
PowertrainsPetrol, Hybrid
Engine displacement2.0–3.7 L
Cylinders4, 6
Transmission typesAutomatic, CVT
DriveAll-wheel drive, Front-wheel drive, Four-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive
FuelPetrol (regular)
Configurations listed54
Forced inductionTurbocharged (on some versions)
Start-stop systemOn some versions
Luggage volume (EPA)311–453 L
Passenger volume (EPA)2,803 L

Years and markets

Years and markets
SpecificationValue
Model years (US)2007–2020

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

ComponentComplaintsMost reported model years
Airbags6922007, 2008, 2010
Brakes2862007, 2008, 2010
Engine and cooling1812011, 2017, 2018
Steering1282011, 2012, 2014
Electrical system1232013, 2014, 2015
Transmission and drivetrain942013, 2014, 2017
Wheels812007, 2008, 2013
Body and structure672011, 2012, 2013
Fuel and propulsion452013, 2014, 2017
Speed control and cruise432008, 2010, 2011

Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2007–2020: 1706 complaints, 102 with a crash and 14 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.

Recalls

Lincoln MKZ recall: Exterior Lighting:headlightsExterior Lighting:headlights · 2015-04-27Lincoln MKZ recall: Exterior Lighting:headlightsExterior Lighting:headlights · 2020-04-24Lincoln MKZ recall: Electrical SystemElectrical System · 2013-05-31Lincoln MKZ recall: Power Train:automatic TransmissionPower Train:automatic Transmission · 2013-11-25Lincoln MKZ recall: Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator ModuleAir Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module · 2018-11-01

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