MYRModel Year Report

2010 Lincoln MKS

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2010 Lincoln MKS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:04:40.308Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln MKS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2010 highlighted. 2009: 56 complaints 2009 2010: 51 complaints 2010 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 141 complaints 2013 2014: 43 complaints 2014 2015: 17 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2016
2010: 51 complaints
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YearComplaints
200956
201051
201143
201216
2013141
201443
201517
20163

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 29%

29% of complaints: steering — 15 distinct reports on file.

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No power steering and Power steering assist failure warning message. Took to dealer, and they said the epas needed to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260201

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TURN OFF THE ENGINE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180713

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 20%

20% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 10 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS PULLING INTO MY PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME, APPLYING THE BRAKE, WHEN THE ENGINE THROTTLED UP AND THE CAR BOLTED FORWARD. APPLYING THE BRAKE EVEN MORE DID NOT STOP THE CAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130412

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED. AS THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED, THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATED WITH AN ABNORMAL ACCELERATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121106

ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.

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DURING THE FIRST INCIDENT, I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A LOUD WHIRLING SOUND THEN SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT THE EXHAUST. I WAS TOLD THE PROBLEM WAS WITH THE TURBO CHARGER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171125

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 10%

10% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
AIR BAGS 10%

10% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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There have been 2 separate incidents involving a front collision at high speeds. Both times, the air bags did not deploy as they should have. The 2nd incident was today. The car is now totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231011

TAKATA RECALL. I GOT A NOTICE THAT MY 2010 LINCOLN MKX HAS TAKATA AIR BAGS INSTALLED AND IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT MAY KILL THE PERSONS IN THE CAR..

NHTSA ODI report, 20171109

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2010 Lincoln MKS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (7 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2010 Lincoln MKS reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lincoln MKS?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Lincoln MKS have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.