LINCOLN IS CURRENTLY RECALLING 2015 CARS FOR REAR CAMERA FAILURES. MINE FAILED ON [XXX]. I AM [XXX] AND USE THE CAMERA FOR BACKING UP AND PARKING. MY MODEL IS NOT IN THE RECALL. I HAD THE REPAIRS DONE AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR $857.00! ON THE REPAIR ORDER IT STATES; "CUSTOMER STATES THAT REAR CAMERA IS UPSIDE DOWN AND HAS NO COLOR AND SCREEN WILL GO BLACK." THIS IS EXACTLY THE REASON FOR THE RECALL #2…
2015 lincoln MKS electrical problems
severe 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
Backup camera fails to initialize in reverse causing a safety concern by not knowing what’s behind you.
In early 2024 the parking aids failed. Then the heater air conditioning buttons. Now the voice commands, Navigation and back up camera have failed. No accidents resulted , but this ia a large car and when shifting from reverse to drive screen remains blank.
I TOOK MY 2015 LINCOLN MKS TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP TO REPLACE A WATER PUMP. AFTER THEY INSPECTED MY VEHICLE, THEY DETERMINED THAT IT WAS INDEED A BAD WATER PUMP. THEY QUOTED THAT IT WOULD TAKE 15 HOURS FOR THE REPAIR AND COST $2,500. I HAD NO OTHER CHOICE BUT TO HAVE MY CAR REPAIRED AND PAID $2,547. 5 DAYS LATER MY SON WAS DRIVING THE CAR STOPPED AND FILLED THE CAR WITH GAS. HE DROVE THE CAR 1…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2015 lincoln MKS?
It's a meaningful issue. 4 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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.
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