MYRModel Year Report

2013 Lincoln MKS

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2013 Lincoln MKS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:38:45.394Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
142
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 2013

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Steering

43% of complaints

Complaints per year

2009: 56 complaints 2009 2010: 51 complaints 2010 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 17 complaints 2012 2013: 142 complaints 2013 142 2014: 44 complaints 2014 2015: 17 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2016
2009: 56 complaints 2009 2010: 51 complaints 2010 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 17 complaints 2012 2013: 142 complaints 2013 142 2014: 44 complaints 2014 2015: 17 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2016
2009: 56 complaints 2009 2010: 51 complaints 2010 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 17 complaints 2012 2013: 142 complaints 2013 142 2014: 44 complaints 2014 2015: 17 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2016

2013: 142 complaints

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YearComplaints
200956
201051
201143
201217
2013142
201444
201517
20163

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

43% · 61 reports

Most commonly citing electric power assist system.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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I was driving my 2013 limcoln mks and all of the sudden I could not turn the vehicle left or right. Then I had these 2 warnings: power assist fault and service advancetrac. This is very dangerous.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-12

While driving home in the center lane on the XXX[XXX] Parkway, my steering wheel locked suddenly, preventing me from turning left or right.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-13

Steering system made a whining, humming noise while driving, and steering control was not completely possible as the vehicle wandered both left and right.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-08

Electrical system

18% · 25 reports
FIREINJURYDEATH
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The vehicle was a total loss. The cause of the fire was electrical. There was a recall on this particular make, model, & year to fix a problem which would lead to a fire. However, the recall notice was never received.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-21

Engine

15% · 22 reports
FIREINJURYDEATH
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Safety features for keyless ignition exit from car failure. No audible & no engine shut off 2 deaths

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-25

Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle started smoking under the hood. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road and flames were emerging from the engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-23

Fuel/propulsion system

8% · 12 reports
FIRE

Power train

6% · 9 reports

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2013-07-20Fuel system, gasoline13V227000 Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ…

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at…

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    2013-08-02Latches/locks/linkages13V270000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Ford Explorer, Taurus, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured November 29, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles…

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the safety locks. If necessary, the locks will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S07. Owners…

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    2014-08-04Power train14V393000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30,...

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained.

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    2015-03-23Structure15V040000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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    2015-07-21Steering15V340000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT...

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). If dealers find any loss of steering assist DTCs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge.

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    2015-12-21Fuel system, gasoline15V812000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.

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    2016-12-01Fuel system, gasoline16V621000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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Buy-smart checklist

2013 Lincoln MKS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 61 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 22 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13V227000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 13V270000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 14V393000 · Power train
  • Recall 15V040000 · Structure
  • Recall 15V340000 · Steering
  • Recall 15V812000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 16V621000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 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 2013 Lincoln MKS?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Lincoln MKS have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.