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Lincoln Mks problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Mks from 2009 to 2016: 374 owner complaints and 19 recalls across 8 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (142), 2009 (56), 2010 (51). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (2015).

Lincoln Mks
Photo: Bull-Doser · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Steering121
Electrical55
Engine47
Other / unknown27
Speed control / throttle24
Transmission & drivetrain24
Fuel & propulsion24
Brakes21

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200915619
201005120
201134320
201231720
2013714221
201424422
201531822
20160320

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Lincoln Mks?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (142), 2009 (56), 2010 (51).

How many recalls has the Lincoln Mks had?

Across 2009–2016, NHTSA lists 19 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).