Lincoln MKS years to avoid and best years
Newer Lincoln MKS years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2013 has the most complaints per year, at 6 (141 complaints). From 2014 on, complaints per year fall. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2012 at 0 (from 17 complaints), 2015 at 0 (from 18 complaints), and 2016 at 1 (from 3 complaints). On the 2013 Lincoln MKS, 47 of 141 complaints name Steering.
Data as of .
Lincoln MKS reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Lincoln MKS. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Fewest | 1 | 3 | 0 | Electrical system | 19.3 |
| 2015 → Fewest | 0 | 18 | 3 | Electrical system | 21 |
| 2014 → | 2 | 44 | 2 | Steering | 21 |
| 2013 → Most | 6 | 141 | 7 | Steering | 20.7 |
| 2012 → Fewest | 0 | 17 | 3 | Steering | 19.7 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 5W-30 · 6 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/55R18, 255/45R19, 245/45R20 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 16V-621 covers certain 2013-2015 Lincoln MKS vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI EcoBoost engines, and also certain Ford Taurus, Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles: dealers inspect the fuel pump electronic module part number and replace the fuel PEM as necessary. Recall 15V-464 covers certain 2015 MKS vehicles among other Ford and Lincoln models: dealers test the parking brake system and, if necessary, replace the parking brake control module.
Frequently asked questions
Which Lincoln MKS years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2012 at 0 (from 17 complaints), 2015 at 0 (from 18 complaints), and 2016 at 1 (from 3 complaints).
Which Lincoln MKS year has the most owner complaints?
2013 has the most complaints per year, at 6 (141 complaints). On the 2013 Lincoln MKS, 47 of 141 complaints name Steering.
How do Lincoln MKS owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Lincoln MKS years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. From 2014 on, complaints per year fall.
What oil does a Lincoln MKS take?
5W-30; capacity is about 6 quarts with filter.
What does recall 16V-621 cover on the MKS?
Certain 2013-2015 MKS vehicles with 3.5L GTDI EcoBoost engines (and certain other Ford/Lincoln models): see the NHTSA campaign for the defect and remedy.
What tire sizes did the MKS use?
235/55R18, 255/45R19, or 245/45R20 depending on trim.