2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
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.
- Complaints
- 59
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- Steering
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
32% of complaints
Complaints per year
2012: 59 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Steering
32% · 19 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering assist and driving track warning lights illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to his place of employment.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-01
The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-29
Power steering quit with no warning and service advancetrac message came on. Ford says the rack and pinion steering needed to be replaced. Now I'm afraid to drive the car, no confidence in the quality and safety.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-16
Air bags
29% · 17 reportsShow complaint excerpts
"Takata recall" Notified of recall many months ago but every time I call dealer they say they don't have replacements. Dealer is island Lincoln Mercury on merritt island, fl note: date below is just a guess. I can not find…
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06
I have received safety recall notice with a fault in airbag inflator. Its been 9 months and car manufacturer doesn't have a remedy. In future if there is collision then this vehicle driver risks a serious physical injury.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-03
Got Takata recall notice in March, took in to livermore auto group , they had car for a day then told me parts are not made yet , they said I would be called when parts are made.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-02
Electrical system
14% · 8 reportsEngine
10% · 6 reportsService brakes
10% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
Traveling south on CT15 in stop and go traffic. Traffic was moving at about 40 MPH and stopped suddenly. I applied presuure to brake pedal to stop. Pedal went to floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-05-03
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2014-10-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-09-10 Electric power steering failure
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 19 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 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 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.