MYRModel Year Report

2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

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2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:26:44.602Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2011: 40 complaints 2011 2012: 59 complaints 2013: 12 complaints 2013 2014: 26 complaints 2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 5 complaints 2017: 17 complaints 2017 2018: 2 complaints 2018 2019: 2 complaints 2019 2020: 1 complaints 2020
2018: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
201140
201259
201312
201426
201512
20165
201717
20182
20192
20201

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving 15-20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle was slow to respond.

NHTSA ODI report, 20221017

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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BRAKES FADE WHILE WAITING FOR STOP LIGHTS, SOMETIMES BREAK PETAL ALL WAY UP AND OTHER TIMES HALF WAY UP. YOU NEVER KNOW HOW FAR THE PETAL WILL BE WHEN STOPPING, UP OR HALF WAY DOWN. FADES WHEN WAITING, PUT IN NEUTRAL IF LONG LIGHT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191016

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20220808 — RQ (closed 20230324)

Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2018 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 2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 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.