Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Lincoln mks. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH and making a right turn, the vehicle stalled intermittently. The vehicle was able to restart after three attempts. The failure recurred on one other occasion. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000.
2011 Lincoln MKS engine problems
critical 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100 · see engine across all vehicles →
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
1crash
1fire
38injuries
40fatalities
When does it fail?
Of the 4 engine complaints filed for the 2011 Lincoln MKS, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 10 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the temperature gauge would rise from cool(C) to hot(H) and the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact stated that once she turned off the cooling fans, the vehicle would cool off while idle; however, the temperature would rise once she resumed normal driving. The vehicle was taken to a dealer…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2011 Lincoln MKS?
It's a serious issue. 4 complaints have been filed, including 1 reports involving a crash and 40 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 105,441 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Lincoln/MKS.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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