2019 Lincoln MKZ: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
20 owner complaints analyzed
1 distinct recall campaigns
58,138 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2019 model year. Data snapshot: . 2 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 7 of 20 complaints (35.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering behavior | 3 | 15.0% |
| Engine operation | 2 | 10.0% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 5.0% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 7 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
Engine: 7; Unknown Or Other: 4; Electrical System: 3; Steering: 3; Power Train: 2; Forward Collision Avoidance: 1; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 1; Fuel/Propulsion System: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (1). 18 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 9 |
2019: 1; 2023: 2; 2024: 4; 2025: 4; 2026: 9
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Steering behavior appears in 3 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 2 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11233496 · 2019-07-19 (July 19, 2019)
THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED 2 DAYS AFTER PURCHASE. NO INDICATION OF SPEED NOR FUEL LEVEL.
Owner-reported narrative. 176 miles reported. Look up ODI 11233496 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11518033 · 2023-04-20 (April 20, 2023)
2019 LINCOLN MKZ. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE COLLISION WARNING RADAR.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11518033 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11527368 · 2023-06-16 (June 16, 2023)
i put the car in park and it accelerated and hit the corner of my garage. when it was towed to the dealer for repair - i was told the message on the car was shift malfunction there was damage to the front grill, hood and passenger side quarter panel the vehicle is at Southgate Lincoln for repair and available for inspection i've asked the insurance company to investigate. there were no warning messages prior to impact someone could have been seriously injured and i could have had serious property damage
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11527368 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11579744 · 2024-03-27 (March 27, 2024)
I was driving in normal conditions with nothing near me and my glass sunroof (closed) exploded and shattered.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11579744 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11623234 · 2024-11-02 (November 2, 2024)
Engine failed due to coolant intrusion into cylinders. This is a known design flaw in this engine
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11623234 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11627144 · 2024-11-24 (November 24, 2024)
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. I did file a police report so it’s all documented along with photographs of my injuries sustained.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11627144 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11630704 · 2024-12-14 (December 14, 2024)
The steering wheel is loose and feels as if it wants to come apart from the steering column.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11630704 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11673043 · 2025-07-12 (July 12, 2025)
On 10 May 2025 the car engine stalled at an intersection and would not restart. Had the car towed to the nearest Ford Dealership (Five Star Ford - Plano, Texas). The dealership repaired the failure by replacing the low pressure fuel pump. Failure is similar to 25V442000.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11673043 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
1 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
25V442000 · Back Over Prevention:Software
Reported: 2025-06-27 (June 27, 2025)
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, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Consequence: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗