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2015 Lincoln MKZ vs 2016 Lincoln MKZ

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2015 Lincoln MKZ2016 Lincoln MKZ
NHTSA complaints7663
Recall campaigns106
Service bulletins (TSBs)139143
Investigations33
Crash reports48
Fire reports00
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–4020–40
Median reported incident mileage52,500 mi56,500 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLincoln MKZLincoln MKZ
Electrical System1511
Service Brakes910
Steering712
Air Bags79
Service Brakes, Hydraulic74
Back Over Prevention65
Engine65
Seat Belts53

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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.