2017 Lincoln MKZ vs 2018 Lincoln MKZ
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Lincoln MKZ | 2018 Lincoln MKZ |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 138 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 222 | 137 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–40 | 20–40 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKZ | Lincoln MKZ |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 76 | 11 |
| Power Train | 24 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 30 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 29 | 5 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 20 | 5 |
| Stalling | 15 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
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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.