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2013 Lincoln MKZ vs 2015 Lincoln MKZ

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2013 Lincoln MKZ2015 Lincoln MKZ
NHTSA complaints10876
Recall campaigns1210
Service bulletins (TSBs)159139
Investigations43
Crash reports44
Fire reports20
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–3821–40
Median reported incident mileage47,500 mi52,500 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLincoln MKZLincoln MKZ
Electrical System1715
Steering167
Power Train154
Seat Belts125
Structure125
Engine106
Service Brakes49
Service Brakes, Hydraulic47

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling50
Check engine light50

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.