MYRModel Year Report

2019 Lincoln MKZ

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2019 Lincoln MKZ
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:28:23.083Z

Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln MKZ Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2019 highlighted. 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 259 complaints 2008: 281 complaints 2008 2009: 114 complaints 2010: 169 complaints 2010 2011: 144 complaints 2012: 146 complaints 2012 2013: 108 complaints 2014: 97 complaints 2014 2015: 75 complaints 2016: 62 complaints 2016 2017: 130 complaints 2018: 31 complaints 2018 2019: 17 complaints 2019 2020: 2 complaints 2020
2019: 17 complaints
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YearComplaints
20060
2007259
2008281
2009114
2010169
2011144
2012146
2013108
201497
201575
201662
2017130
201831
201917
20202

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

4 of 17 total reports mention: engine.

STEERING

3 of 17 total reports mention: steering.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH INJURY
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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, 20241124

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

NHTSA ODI report, 20230616

POWER TRAIN

2 of 17 total reports mention: power train.

STRUCTURE

1 of 17 total reports mentions: structure.

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I was driving in normal conditions with nothing near me and my glass sunroof (closed) exploded and shattered.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240327

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20250904 — back over prevention

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.

Campaign 25V442000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2019 Lincoln MKZ — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 25V442000 (back over prevention) 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 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 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Lincoln MKZ have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.