lincoln MKZ problems
0 safety recalls. 114 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY INFORMATION ON WHEN I CAN EXPECT TO HAVE THIS RECALL REMEDIED. I'VE CONTACTED SEVERAL DEALERSHIPS IN THE ELKHART, INDIANA AREA AND THEY KEEP TELLING ME THAT PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. THEY ALSO STATED THAT I WILL RECEIVE A LETTER STATING…
TAKATA RECALL - CONTACTED DEALERS SPECIFIED AT AIRBAGRECALL.COM AND WAS TOLD THAT REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V024000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPROACHING A RED LIGHT, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO FLOORBOARD WHILE ATTEMPTING TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A STOP HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND THE DRIVER HAD TO PROCEED THROUGH THE RED LIGHT…
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Common questions
Is the 2009 Lincoln MKZ reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2009 Lincoln MKZ is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2009 Lincoln MKZ?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 65 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Lincoln MKZ has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2009 Lincoln MKZ?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 114 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.