2013 Lincoln MKZ
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 259 |
| 2008 | 281 |
| 2009 | 114 |
| 2010 | 169 |
| 2011 | 144 |
| 2012 | 146 |
| 2013 | 108 |
| 2014 | 97 |
| 2015 | 75 |
| 2016 | 62 |
| 2017 | 130 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
16% of complaints: electrical system — 17 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while starting the vehicle and driving at various speeds, there was a loud beeping sound as if the doors were unlocked or opened. There were no warning lights or error messages displayed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230925
15% of complaints: steering — 16 distinct reports on file.
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The power steering suddenly stopped working as I was on the highway and couldnât control my car without warning. It started working momentarily and then stopped again. Itâs been over 24 hours. The fuses were checked.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240220
14% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.
CRASH11% of complaints: seat belts — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY9% of complaints: structure — 10 distinct reports on file.
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THE CAR WAS PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE (SPACE IN FRONT OF A CANAL) AND PUSHED BUTTONED INTO PARK AND THE CAR THEN LURCHED FORWARD, GOING INTO THE CANAL (FRONT HALF ONLY, THE BACK HALF WAS STOPPED BY THE SEA WALL).
NHTSA ODI report, 20141008
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured April 25, 2012, through March 15, 2013 and equipped with an engine block heater. During use, the engine block heater cords
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S05. Owners may contact the Ford customer relatio
Campaign 13V230000 — check if this car was fixed
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 vehicl
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 1
Campaign 13V227000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 26, 2012, through September 24, 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the transmission
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software, free of charge. The recall began on January 2014. Customers may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332
Campaign 13V594000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, through September 10, 2013, 2013-2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured June 5, 2012, through August 12, 2013, and...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seatback, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C03.
Campaign 14V164000 — check if this car was fixed
Door Latch Failure
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured January 19, 2012, to November 21, 2013; Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured February 3, 2012, to August 24, 2013; Ford Escape vehicles manufactured...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RCM, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. The recall began on May 26,2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S21.
Campaign 14V597000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured February 3, 2012, to March 20, 2015, and 2015 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 26, 2015, to February 28, 2015, and...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealer and replace the steering gear motor bolts as required. If one or more of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle.
Campaign 15V250000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on April 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured July 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013, and 2012-2014 Fiesta vehicles manufactured...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches with an improved part, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed to owners on June 5, 2015. The recall began on December 18, 2015.
Campaign 15V246000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Fiesta, 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S16.
Campaign 17V210000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured November 2, 2012, to July 31, 2014, and 2013-2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 14, 2012, to July 31, 2014.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protective coating to the seat belt cable, free of charge. The recall began May 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S42.
Campaign 16V875000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 Ford Edge, and 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana,...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle.
Campaign 19V632000 — check if this car was fixed
Door Latch Failures
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Replacement Headlamps, part number DP5Z-13008-T and DP5Z-13008-V, sold for use with 2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify vehicle manufacturers, and dealers will inspect the headlamps, and replace the headlamps, as necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 20E025000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 20V331000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.
Campaign 23V162000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Lincoln MKZ — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V230000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V227000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V594000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V164000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V597000 (air bags, seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V250000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V246000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V210000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V875000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V632000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20E025000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V331000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Lincoln MKZ reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Lincoln MKZ is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Lincoln MKZ?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Lincoln MKZ have?
13 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.