NHTSA's file on the 2017 Lincoln MKZ holds 138 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 4 per year. That is more complaints per year than most MKZ years here — over the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has 4 recalls on file, including Hoses and fittings, Torque converter, and Steering wheel.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (75 of 138), then Powertrain (24) and Electrical system (10). Those filings include 6 that report a crash, 4 that report a fire, and 4 that report an injury.
The 2016 MKZ has 64 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2018 has 34 complaints, 2 per year. The 2017 has more complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has more complaints per year than the 2018.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2017 Lincoln MKZ. How we count. Data as of .
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"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and…"
"My 2017 Lincoln MKZ with only 52100 miles started leaking coolant into the engine cylinders which will require a new engine. Ford/Lincoln is aware of this problem with their 2.0 liter Ecoboost engine and has even issued…"
"I purchased a 2017 Lincoln MKZ and began experiencing serious engine problems, including repeated overheating and an engine misfire. The vehicle developed a check-engine light and a P0301 misfire code. I was advised by…"
"We are submitting this vehicle safety complaint regarding a dealer-confirmed coolant-intrusion failure in our 2017 Lincoln MKZ equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine. The vehicle had approximately 60,063 miles when…"
"Engine has rough idle and can stall. Ford says engine has coolant intrusion and needs a new engine. The repair will cost between 8500 and 10000 dollars."
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Lincoln MKZ 4 DR AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2017 Lincoln MKZ 4 DR FWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2017 Lincoln MKZ HEV 4 DR FWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| MKZ all-wheel drive | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | All-wheel drive | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG | $3250 |
| MKZ all-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | All-wheel drive | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG | $2800 |
| MKZ front-wheel drive | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG | $3100 |
| MKZ front-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 21 | 31 | 24 MPG | $2700 |
| MKZ hybrid front-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-wheel drive | 41 | 38 | 40 MPG | $1600 |
Recall 19V632000 expands coverage for certain 2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ vehicles (with Fusion and other Ford models; 116,160 units across the campaign) originally sold or registered in salt-belt states: steering-gear motor bolts can corrode and allow the motor to detach, causing loss of power steering assist. Dealers replace bolts and apply sealer, or replace the gear if bolts are broken. Recall 18V167000 covers certain 2014-2018 MKZ vehicles (with Fusion; 1,301,986 units across the campaign) where the steering-wheel retaining bolt may loosen and allow the wheel to detach while driving; dealers install a longer bolt.
NHTSA's file on the 2017 Lincoln MKZ holds 138 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 4 per year. That is more complaints per year than most MKZ years here — over the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has 4 recalls on file, including Hoses and fittings, Torque converter, and Steering wheel.
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (75 of 138), then Powertrain (24) and Electrical system (10). Those filings include 6 that report a crash, 4 that report a fire, and 4 that report an injury.
The 2016 MKZ has 64 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2018 has 34 complaints, 2 per year. The 2017 has more complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has more complaints per year than the 2018.
The 2017 Lincoln MKZ has 4 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.
Owners have filed 138 complaints about the 2017 Lincoln MKZ with NHTSA.
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2017 Lincoln MKZ is 25.6 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
Second generation (2012-2020) for the US years this site tracks.
US notes list 5W-30 for the 2.0L turbo or 3.0L V6 engines covered here.
Common US sizes include 225/50R17 on base trims and 245/40R19 on Reserve.
