MYRModel Year Report

2017 Lincoln MKZ

● Typical for this model
2017 Lincoln MKZ
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:41:15.079Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln MKZ Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2007: 259 complaints 2007 2008: 281 complaints 2009: 114 complaints 2009 2010: 169 complaints 2011: 145 complaints 2011 2012: 146 complaints 2013: 108 complaints 2013 2014: 97 complaints 2015: 79 complaints 2015 2016: 63 complaints 2017: 138 complaints 2017 2018: 33 complaints 2019: 20 complaints 2019 2020: 2 complaints 2020
2017: 138 complaints
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YearComplaints
20060
2007259
2008281
2009114
2010169
2011145
2012146
2013108
201497
201579
201663
2017138
201833
201920
20202

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ENGINE 55%

55% of complaints: engine — 76 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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I am reporting a catastrophic engine failure and engine-compartment fire involving my 2017 Lincoln MKZ Select, equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine, VIN [XXX]. The vehicle had approximately 99,864 miles when the final failure occurred.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260730

Also filed under POWER TRAIN and FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I purchased this vehicle on November 11, 2024. About one month later, I began experiencing severe problems. The engine started overheating, which marked the beginning of a downward spiral of issues.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250706

Also filed under POWER TRAIN and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

POWER TRAIN 17%

17% of complaints: power train — 24 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing torque converter.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES 11%

11% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.

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2017 LINCOLN MKZ. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO COMPUTER TOUCH SCREEN MALFUNCTION, HEADLIGHTS CONTROL SWITCH PROBLEMS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170710

Also filed under EXTERIOR LIGHTING

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 9 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20170825 — power train

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

Remedy: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.

Campaign 17V427000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180430 — steering

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.

Campaign 18V167000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180705 — power train

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16 (S2).

Campaign 18V390000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20220808 — RQ (closed 20230324)

Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

R 20230627 — service brakes, hydraulic

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

2017 Lincoln MKZ — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (76 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (24 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 17V427000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V167000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V390000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2018 ▲ 2016 ▲ 2015

WORST YEARS

■ 2008 ■ 2007 ◆ 2010

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Lincoln MKZ reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Lincoln MKZ is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lincoln MKZ?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Lincoln MKZ have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.