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2007 Lincoln MKZ repairs by problem area

Engine (12%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (25%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (9%)

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2007 Lincoln MKZ transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (25%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (4%)

< $100 (58%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2007 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan

263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD

23300 mi Known issue of Aisin transmission valve body sometimes failing after 20,000 miles. Issue and repair covered in a TSB. Problem was verified by the Tech, parts were ordered and car repaired under Warranty and returned the next day. 

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2007 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan

263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD

72000 mi

US $89
Mechanic stated the problem was result of overfilling the transmission fluid. the leak is a dark liquid such as an oil. Mechanic said it could have been the differential on the AWD. Will have to return for further corrections 
72800 mi

US $1993
This is a continuation of the problem reported in June 2014 regarding transmission. Problem was with the front drive differential since car is AWD. Had to be replaced. From research I did appears this particular model is known for problem 
106000 mi

US $600
Driveshaft support bearing failure. Support bearing repair requires complete driveshat replacement. New updated driveshaft was installed. 
99000 mi Noise coming from transmission having it checked out. I will get the results hopefully by the end of the week. The ford dealer is charging 180.00 to look at it. 
99300 mi

US $1660
The PTU replaced Power tran. Unit is going to be replaced 2 year warranty unlimited milage. 
56000 mi

US $700
Power Take-Off Assembly (provides drive to rear wheels on AWD vehicle) 
67000 mi

US $1800
Car was 3 Qtr low on transmission fluid. Transmission unit is a sealed unit. We've never had the transmission serviced. Dealer is telling us we need a new transmission. Very disappointed considering miles. Feel lube was low out of facto 
180000 mi

US $500
Replaced driveshaft 
63345 mi

US $1162
Power Take Off Replaced due to internal bearing noise. 
120000 mi

US $100
Leaking transmission coolant line. Initially thought it needed to be replaced. Mechanic replaced hose instead. 
46700 mi Driveshaft repair 
39060 mi Drive shaft bearings. Parts ordered New drive shaft installed. 
31000 mi Front axels replaced. 
149900 mi

C $1500
Replace u joint and back driveshaft. 
38000 mi Rear drive shaft rubbing, making noise. Was replaced and no charge to us. 
43000 mi Repeat of previous problem with Drive Shaft Bearing. Hopefully this will not repeat again. 
75300 mi

US $1200
AWD device that transfers power to rear wheels needed to be replaced. 
17000 mi Transmission hard down shift returned after reprogrammed in April. Replaced valve body in transmission. Transmission hard down shift again. Replaced valve body in transmission. 
31000 mi driveline noise; reported at last service tech found no problem this service advised dealer there was a tsb re this noise realigned rear driveshaft; problem solved; very disappointed with dealer stalling on noise problem 
34000 mi When brakes are applied at low speed 20-15 mph I feel a pulse in car. Informed not a brake problem, possible transmission problem. Upgrade available on this model. Shop did upgrade, noticed problem still exist on my way home. Called shop 
35000 mi brought car back on 2 seperate days back to back unable to replicate pulse when brakes applied between 14-20 mph. Need to return and leave with loaner as problem still exist. They resurfaced rotors 1st before doing trans upgrade still pulse 
36000 mi Bearing in drivetrain went. Making a whining noise while driving. Had some chugging. Service said it was a broken bearing in the driveshaft. Waiting for parts. 
54000 mi rear driveshaft support bearing replaced 

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2007 Lincoln MKZ Transmission Problems

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