MYRModel Year Report

2020 Lincoln MKZ

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2020 Lincoln MKZ
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:28:11.626Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln MKZ Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 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 2020: 2 complaints 2020
2020: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

My daughter almost killed herself in the car at [XXX]; the steering wheel and wheels got stuck.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250613

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

2020 Lincoln MKZ — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 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 2020 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 2020 Lincoln MKZ?

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

How many recalls does the 2020 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.