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2018 lincoln mkz — Problems, Recalls & Complaints

Aggregated from NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Data updated daily from federal databases.

2
Open Recalls
26
Owner Complaints
1
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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2018 lincoln mkz Safety Recalls (2)

18V16700012/03/2018
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.

23V16200010/03/2023
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.

Most Common Problems Reported for 2018 lincoln mkz

POWER TRAIN
5
ENGINE
4
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
3
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2
WHEELS
1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1
VISIBILITY
1

Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA

Safety Incident Summary

1
Crash-Involved Complaints
1
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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