MYRModel Year Report

2016 Lincoln MKS

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2016 Lincoln MKS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:25:07.822Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln MKS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 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
2016: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
200956
201051
201143
201216
2013141
201443
201517
20163

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 3 total reports mention: electrical system.

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AC BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR CONTROL MODULE FAULTY CAUSES FAN TO BE STUCK IN ONE SPEED THEN SYSTEM VARIES UP AND DOWN AND VENTS SMOKE. FORWARD WARNING COMES ON FOR NO REASON?

NHTSA ODI report, 20220614

VEHICLE STARTED TO LOOSE POWER. THE "SEE OWNER'S MANUAL" LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO A NEARBY DEALER AT: ATCHINSON FORD, BELLEVILLE, MI, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE MECHANISN WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170706

FAULTY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSES THE CAR TO CUT OFF! STALL! FOR SEVERAL MINUTES AND THEN IT STARTS BACK UP. I HAVE BEEN STRANDED FIVE TIMES!

NHTSA ODI report, 20170119

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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VEHICLE STARTED TO LOOSE POWER. THE "SEE OWNER'S MANUAL" LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO A NEARBY DEALER AT: ATCHINSON FORD, BELLEVILLE, MI, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE MECHANISN WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170706

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance.

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AC BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR CONTROL MODULE FAULTY CAUSES FAN TO BE STUCK IN ONE SPEED THEN SYSTEM VARIES UP AND DOWN AND VENTS SMOKE. FORWARD WARNING COMES ON FOR NO REASON?

NHTSA ODI report, 20220614

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Lincoln MKS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 Lincoln MKS?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 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.