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2010 Lincoln MKS repairs by problem area

Engine (7%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 58 repairs.
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2010 Lincoln MKS repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 38 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Lincoln MKS

Engine not specified

Lincoln MKS in Colorado, United States
Jul 2014 - Jun 2015
Nov 2014

124100 mi

US $2900
took vehicle to dealer, they diagnosed misfire, air in breaks, communication error and faulting gear codes. replaced steering gear module 2750.00 same thing happened 40 miles out. replaced steering angle sensor we supplied and no problems 

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2010 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln MKS in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2015 - Oct 2018
Sep 2016

72000 mi

US $423
frozen tensioner.. replace belt and new tension adjuster 
Mar 2017

84000 mi

US $1999
Rack and pinion system rear wheel bering 
Lincoln MKS in Pennsylvania, United States
Jul 2015 - Sep 2018
Sep 2015

28000 mi

US $80
Replaced the left front wheel hub/bearing assy. 
Oct 2015

28700 mi

US $50
Replaced faulty Oxygen sensor. 
Jan 2016

33000 mi

US $300
Worn tie rod end, left front. 
Apr 2017

50000 mi

US $150
Replaced front pads and rotors. Repaired seized caliper slide. 
Mar 2018

65000 mi

US $100
Replaced left front tie rod end. 
Sep 2018

69000 mi

US $200
Seized slides on left front caliper. Replaced caliper, bracket, rotor, and pads. 
Lincoln MKS in Michigan, United States
- Nov 2012
Nov 2012

16100 mi
Replaced spark plugs and replaced throttle body assembly under warranty Turned front rotors under warranty to correct brake pulsation Replaced driver's front seat cushion cover under warranty. Broken clips 
Lincoln MKS in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2017 - Jul 2022
Aug 2017

68200 mi

C $800
Car made a clunk noise when hitting a bump. Both front control arms and end links were replaced. 
Lincoln MKS in Missouri, United States
Nov 2013 - Aug 2016
Dec 2013

4000 mi
The sliding cover attached to the steering wheel column from the instrument panel was detached and had to be replaced. Noticed same problem in loaner. Re-occurred when very cold, back to normal when warmer. I had to have the back up lights fixed they did not work. also at that time it easy access button pad had to be replaced because it was not working properly. Would not lock with the one touch option. Also one of the key fobs would only work if it was 2 in Also the drivers door had to be adjusted because it would not close properly. And the hood had to be aligned with the fenders. 
Jan 2014

45300 mi
I had to have the access button replaced again because the one they put in caused wind noise. Ehen they fixed the relay for the back up lights they screwed up the relay for the auto high beam function and that had to be fixed. 
Mar 2014

10000 mi
The access button pad had to be replaced again because it was not locking with the one touch option again. (This one still does not work properly). Also at that time the brackets that hold the drivers seat had to be replaced because the seat was loose and it would shift around when moving in the seat. They also had to replace both front wheel bearings as they were making a grinding noise. 
Jun 2014

15000 mi
Wet doors. I have not as yet had the opportunity to take this to a dealer to resolve the issue. March update: still not fixed. 
Aug 2014

19300 mi
I had to have the shroud re-attached to the column again. This is the third time. And it has come loose again. The repair lasted less than two weeks. The numbered entry pad is worthless. It works about 30% of the time for locking the doors. The dealer is refusing to do anything with it because it works once in a while. They say it works fine for them. 
Oct 2014

20800 mi

US $175
The brakes were making a scraping noise. Caused by restricted return on the caliper after pedal release. They replaced the pads, and cleaned and lubricated the caliper. AC took extremely long to cool. the System had a leaky Schroeder valve. Replaced, and recharged. March update: I think the AC is not cooling as well as it should again. 
Mar 2015

35000 mi
Left front fender still moving more than it should caused by a damaged inner wheel well. Dealer wanted $900.00 to fix it, and the part is only $150. I may do it myself when it gets warm this summer. 
Jan 2016

34700 mi

US $100
The forward looking radar was malfunctioning and the cruise control was disengaging at random times. The unit was replaced and now seems to work 
Jul 2016

64000 mi

US $270
While on a trip to the mountains the climate control system malfunctioned and the driver side temperature control would not engage the heating system. Passenger side sing to work normally. The AC on the driver's side also worked 
Lincoln MKS in Illinois, United States
Jul 2009 - Jun 2016
Jan 2009

1000 mi
Check AWD light continues to show. Third time at Lincoln and still no results. Lincoln actually has Regional Tech now involved. 
Sep 2009

1000 mi
The Lincoln area tech found the problem to be a rather simple one. The male/female plug used for computer check under dash was broken. When the cover put back on, the male pushed the female reciever back, not allowing for a complete contect. Fixed. 
Oct 2013

53500 mi

US $100
not sure exactly what is wrong. after many months and dealer inability to diagnose...Ford Tech coming 
Mar 2016

70000 mi
seems a small actuary belnd motor behind the instramnet panel has a few broken gears. Told to wait till it breaks completely as cost is 400 dollars. I am ignoring and so far so good. silent. 
Lincoln MKS in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2013 - Jun 2017
Jan 2017

62100 mi

C $2200
PTU Failure 
Lincoln MKS in Kansas, United States
Mar 2014 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015

105000 mi

US $1632
Power transfer unit (PTU) failure 

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2010 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Lincoln MKS in Kentucky, United States
Aug 2013 - Dec 2016
Sep 2013

20000 mi
Rear window sun screen not operating AC lost freon due to mfu faulty work AC inadequate on hot days. Compressor constantly cycling. Replaced one sensor. Shroud around steering column jumped track 
Sep 2014

28000 mi
replaced right front strut shroud on top of tiltable steering column replaced for second time. dash vent discharge air usually at 50 degrees sometimes as low as 41 degrees on max AC with all controls properly set. At idle, compressor can be heard to cycle about every 10 to 15 seconds. AC does not adequately dehumidify interior. Audio supposed to be high-end. Very poor sound quality 90% of time. Adjustments avail to owner have no effect. Sounds like most music and voice is in a barrel. Dealer states OK. Requesting mfu to correct audio and AC. 
Mar 2015

33000 mi
Cracked seat trim. New cover ordered. August update: Called dealer twice. Service advisor states, "I remember, let me check if the replacement cover has come in." Then they don't call back. 
Lincoln MKS in New Jersey, United States
Jul 2013 - Jun 2022
Feb 2014

60600 mi

US $800
replaced left front wheel bearing steering wheel would not adjust up or down. In/out OK 
Jun 2015

81000 mi

US $900
Replaced caliper. Replaced hub Water leaks into interior during heavy rain 
Mar 2016

89000 mi

US $295
replaced tie rod end 
Aug 2016

96000 mi

US $46
passenger window inop. 
Jun 2017

108000 mi

US $25
pass. window inop 
Mar 2018

118000 mi

US $335
brake rotor and caliper 
Sep 2021

148000 mi

US $700
check engine light . problem with fuel fill pipe 

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2010 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln MKS in Ontario, Canada
- Oct 2011
Feb 2011

4960 mi
Routine maintenance, alignment, chrome trim on passenger door fell off. 
Oct 2011 Front rotors and pads replaced Transmission computer reset 

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