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2009 Lincoln MKZ airbags problems

severe 65 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100

Complaints
65
Recalls
0
Crashes
4
Avg fix
$1,100

What owners are reporting 18 most recent

airbags · filed 12/29/2017

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 WHEN TO BRING MY VEHICLE INTO A DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS. I'M NOT SURE WHEN THE AIRBAG RECALL FIRST BEGAN SO, I ENTERED TOD…

airbags · filed 12/27/2017

TAKATA RECALL - CONTACTED DEALERS SPECIFIED AT AIRBAGRECALL.COM AND WAS TOLD THAT REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE.

airbags · filed 12/19/2017

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 REPAIR. THE DEALER (NAPLETON LINCOLN BLUE ISLAND, 2950 W 127TH ST, BLUE ISLAND, IL 60406, (708) 449-7988) WAS CONTACTED AND …

airbags · filed 12/12/2017

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V024000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALERS (PORTER FORD, 600 OGLETOWN RD, NEWARK, DE 19711 (302) 738-0800) AND (SPRINGFIELD FORD LINCOLN, …

airbags · filed 12/09/2017

TAKATA RECALL I HAVE CALLED THE LINCOLN DEALER IN VENTURA COUNTY (OXNARD) AND ALSO THE FORD DEALER IN THOUSAND OAKS AND ASKED TO BE PUT ON A WAITING LIST FOR AN AIR BAG. I HAVE NEVER HEARD BACK FROM EITHER ONE AND THIS HAS BEEN A FEW YEARS AGO.

airbags · filed 12/08/2016

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). HOWEVER THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTIO…

airbags · filed 11/15/2017

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. ATHENS FORD (4260 ATLANTA HWY, ATHENS, GA 30606) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILA…

airbags · filed 11/14/2017

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 REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED BLUE SPRINGS FORD AT (800) 524-1848 (3200 NW S OUTER RD, BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64015) AND DICK SMITH F…

airbags · filed 11/13/2017

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (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 REPAIR. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS …

airbags · filed 11/12/2018

TAKATA RECALL> NOTICE 16S26 / NHTSA RECALL 16V-384< I WAS NOTIFIED BY MAIL OF A RECALL OVER 5 YEARS AGO ON THE INFLATOR OF MY PASSENGER AIRBAG BUT FORD HAD NOT YET ARRIVED AT A DECISION ON HOW TO FIX THE PROBLEM. NOTIFICATION WOULD BE SENT WHEN THEY HAD A RESOLUTION. I BEGAN TO REGULARLY FOLLOW UP WITH DEALERSHIPS INQUIRING ABOUT THE AVAILABILITY OF REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MY CARS RECALL, BUT WAS RE…

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2009 Lincoln MKZ?

It's a meaningful issue. 65 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to airbags?

No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.

Other problem areas on this vehicle

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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