Lincoln MKS problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 3 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
Limited NHTSA data — only 3 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily.
Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data.
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Vehicle started to loose power. The "see owner's manual" light illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to a nearby dealer at: atchinson Ford, belleville, mi, where it was diagnosed that the throttle mechanisn was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware…
Ac blower motor resistor control module faulty causes fan to be stuck in one speed then system varies up and down and vents smoke. Forward warning comes on for no reason?
Faulty electrical system causes the car to cut off! Stall! For several minutes and then it starts back up. I have been stranded five times!
Common questions
Is the 2016 Lincoln MKS reliable?
Limited NHTSA data. Only 3 owner complaints have been filed for the 2016 Lincoln MKS, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2016 Lincoln MKS?
Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2016 Lincoln MKS without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What's the most common problem on the 2016 Lincoln MKS?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Lincoln MKS 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 2016 Lincoln MKS?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 3 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.