MYRModel Year Report

2019 Lincoln MKZ

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2019 Lincoln MKZ
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:56:56.666Z

Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
21

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2019

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2007: 259 complaints 2007 2008: 281 complaints 2009: 114 complaints 2009 2010: 169 complaints 2011: 145 complaints 2011 2012: 146 complaints 2013: 109 complaints 2013 2014: 97 complaints 2015: 80 complaints 2015 2016: 65 complaints 2017: 139 complaints 2017 2018: 36 complaints 2019: 21 complaints 2019 21 2020: 2 complaints
2007: 259 complaints 2007 2008: 281 complaints 2008 2009: 114 complaints 2009 2010: 169 complaints 2010 2011: 145 complaints 2011 2012: 146 complaints 2012 2013: 109 complaints 2013 2014: 97 complaints 2014 2015: 80 complaints 2015 2016: 65 complaints 2016 2017: 139 complaints 2017 2018: 36 complaints 2018 2019: 21 complaints 2019 21 2020: 2 complaints 2020
2007: 259 complaints 2007 2008: 281 complaints 2008 2009: 114 complaints 2009 2010: 169 complaints 2010 2011: 145 complaints 2011 2012: 146 complaints 2012 2013: 109 complaints 2013 2014: 97 complaints 2014 2015: 80 complaints 2015 2016: 65 complaints 2016 2017: 139 complaints 2017 2018: 36 complaints 2018 2019: 21 complaints 2019 21 2020: 2 complaints 2020

2019: 21 complaints

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YearComplaints
20060
2007259
2008281
2009114
2010169
2011145
2012146
2013109
201497
201580
201665
2017139
201836
201921
20202

Known problem areas

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

8 of 21 total reports mention: engine.

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I noticed on mid Sept/2026 when I started my car the engine was idling rough for a few minutes, then went idling normal. Every morning after it repeated itself when first starting the car and my check engine light came on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-07

In August 2026, my 2019 Lincoln MKZ equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine, with approximately 39,000 miles, began experiencing repeated coolant loss, rough shaking during startup, engine misfires, temperature-gauge fluctuations toward hot, and an...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-01

On XXX, the engine in my 2019 Lincoln MKZ (Mileage 58,089) with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine suffered a catastrophic, sudden failure while driving. The vehicle began to overheat & run extremely rough, triggering multiple warning lights.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-19

Steering

3 of 21 total reports mention: steering.

Electrical system

3 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASHINJURY
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The 2019 Lincoln MKZ electrical system is faulty in my vehicle. Despite having all doors locked with car on and running someone was still able to open my door from the outside and essentially was carjacked, robbed, and severely beaten by 6 men.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-24

i put the car in park and it accelerated and hit the corner of my garage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-06-16

Also filed under Forward collision avoidance

Power train

2 of 21 total reports mention: power train.

Forward collision avoidance

2 of 21 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings.

CRASH
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2019 Lincoln MKZ. Consumer writes in regard to defective collision warning radar.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-04-20

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2025-09-04Back over prevention25V442000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair,...

    Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2019 Lincoln MKZ — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 25V442000 · Back over prevention
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Lincoln MKZ 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 2019 Lincoln MKZ?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Lincoln MKZ have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.