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ProblemsByVin Index / 2014-LINCOLN-MKS / COMPLAINTS
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2014 Lincoln MKS owner complaints

43 complaints filed with NHTSA on this vehicle . Showing the 300 most recent — grouped by category for scanning.

other 7 complaints shown

12/16/2016 ODI #10935851.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln mks. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v621000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact was informed that the repair would not be free of charge due to the vehicle having a salvaged title the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue the contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Updated 02/21/17*lj *cn

12/13/2021 ODI #11443675.0

Driving and stopped for a red light. The engine stalled and would not restart.I was driving and slowed down for a red light. The engine chugged and stalled. It would not restart. There was a recall on the 2013 model with the exact problem but not for the 2014. This could have ended terribly had I not been slowing down for the light. I was able to swerve into a large mall parking lot and came to a stop.

11/28/2016 ODI #10928222.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln mks. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v621000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

10/13/2022 ODI #11489210.0

Both mirrors continue to show that there is an obstruction in the mirrors. The mirror warning stays illuminated. Upon vehicle start up, the BLIS and Cross Traffic warning indicates the system is inoperable. Both side obstacle detection control modules have been replaced. The dealer is having issues getting the system to work. Parts are available for inspection.

09/12/2025 140,000 mi ODI #11686930.0

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while in reverse, the rear-view camera failed to display an image as intended on the digital screen. An unknown message was displayed. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

09/12/2025 ODI #11686942.0

Ford has recalled vehicles that have back up camera issues. My back up camera image is upside down. My year was not included in the recall but has the same issue. I feel they should fix it for free.

08/13/2018 31,400 mi ODI #11119593.0

8/3/2018 @ 31000 miles a/c stopped blowing. Just before this, noticed temp rose from 72* to 85* and hi. Immediately drove to my local Ford dealer. Replaced blower($400). 3miles from repair, the beeping of rising temp of system began, not repaired. I called my service rep, told to return. It was friday. @4:20 pm. I chose to return after the following wednesday. I expected to have toleave the car, over the weekend, and needed it on tuesday/wednesday. Made appointment for thursdaty @8am. Diagnosed on friday, 8/11/2018 as faulty fcim module, an item on backorder, unavailable, and discontinued! Ouch 8 months off of factory warranty and my sweet ride is unrepairable due to a discontinued module.

steering 4 complaints shown

11 total in this category · severe · avg repair $700 · see steering cluster analysis →
10/15/2019 40,000 mi ODI #11268671.0

Place vehicle in reverse. Steering assist fault warning came on. Couldn't steer vehicle.

10/13/2022 ODI #11489080.0

Steering wheel locked up while the car was in motion. "Steering Assist Fault Service Required" appears on the dash. Mechanic has checked out the car and believes the steering rack might have to be replaced.

09/09/2021 81,049 mi ODI #11432258.0

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering failed, and the steering wheel was stiff and difficult to turn. The failure almost caused a collision. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and diagnosed that the steering gear, front lower control arm, rear toe link and rear upper control arm were faulty and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired and towed back to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA. The failure mileage was 81,049.

08/28/2025 ODI #11683776.0

Electrical problem continues to happen. I was trying to unlock the car. It would unlock and lock , windows roll down, sunroof open and all windows roll down without my help. Radio will turn all the way up. I placed a fixd in the car. Repairs started flashing low battery, sensor with steering, seat belts, and airbags. This has happen several times. I went to a shop. They told me I had a recall. I went to a dealer, they said I did not. I am confused and afraid to drive my car at times. Because this has happened when I am driving to.

powertrain 2 complaints shown

09/09/2016 ODI #10905046.0

Car stops while driving and pts have leaks

08/19/2020 170,000 mi ODI #11350335.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln mks. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure recurred soon after the vehicle was restarted. The contact stated that he had spoken with the manufacturer and was informed that there were no recalls on his vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact linked his failure to NHTSA campaign number: 14v393000 (power train). The vehicle had yet to be serviced or diagnosed for the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

suspension 2 complaints shown

08/21/2014 ODI #10627335.0

1body roll side to side . Tire pressure all ok 2 the car feels not smooth, likes halfshift loosed. *tr

08/10/2014 ODI #10621249.0

1 the car rocking too hard at slow-speed 2 feels like the half-shaft loosed ' stop and go not smooth. *tr

tires 1 complaint shown

12/03/2021 ODI #11442613.0

Tire size: 255/45 R 19 This is actually about all four of my tires. I bought my tires at a discount tire in Bloomingdale, Il shop on 12/14/19. Had 52,524 documented miles. First my tires kept loosing air. maybe had to fill them one every 2-3 weeks, by 2020, it was every 10 days or so. Since 2021 it was up to 2-4 times a week. Took my car to a different tire shop today (12/3/2021) with 67,116 miles and was told the treads were pretty good but my side walls were coming apart. Was told the tires were dangerous to ride on and have pictures of the cracks on the tires.

lighting 1 complaint shown

11/23/2022 ODI #11494772.0

Speedometer light randomly goes off every time I drive the car and it is difficult to see the speed I am driving

fuel system 1 complaint shown

4 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $1,200 · see fuel system cluster analysis →
11/20/2023 89,000 mi ODI #11556063.0

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled upon acceleration. There were no warning lights illuminated. After exiting the vehicle, the doors began to lock and unlock. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who stated the failure was due to the fuel pump. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V621000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.

visibility 1 complaint shown

11/20/2014 2,900 mi ODI #10659897.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lincoln mkz. The contact stated that while making a right turn, there was a defect in the center of the windshield which distorted the contact's view. The dealer replaced the window. However, the replacement window was also defective on the passenger side of the windshield. The dealer and the manufacturer declined to replace the windshield a second time. The contact was advised to purchase another vehicle. The failure mileage was 2,900.

electrical 1 complaint shown

5 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $850 · see electrical cluster analysis →
11/16/2022 79,000 mi ODI #11493772.0

The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and attempting to honk the horn, there was no sound coming from the horn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the mechanic stated that the steering column control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired because the parts were discontinued. The manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance because the parts were no longer available. The failure mileage was 79,000.

Showing 300 of 43 total complaints. The full federal record is available at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Lincoln/MKS#complaints.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaint database. Last synced 2026-06-14. Complaints are owner-submitted and unverified — the existence of a complaint is not proof of a defect, but a pattern of complaints around the same component is a signal worth weighing. Verify any specific filing at nhtsa.gov.
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