2016 Lincoln MKZ vs 2017 Lincoln MKZ
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Lincoln MKZ | 2017 Lincoln MKZ |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 138 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 143 | 222 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–40 | 20–40 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,500 mi | 71,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKZ | Lincoln MKZ |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 76 |
| Power Train | 1 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 10 |
| Steering | 12 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 0 | 30 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 29 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 20 |
| Stalling | 0 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2016 Lincoln MKZ
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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.