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Lincoln MKS repairs by problem area

Engine (9%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)

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

Other (7%)

Chart based on 222 repairs.
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Lincoln MKS repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 130 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2015 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln MKS in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2016 - Jan 2022
Oct 2016

11500 mi

US $700
Left front headlight was not working and ws repaired as per TSB that applied to a previous model year 

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2015 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

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

Lincoln MKS in Michigan, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2019
Dec 2017

46500 mi
Dealer replaced the PTU, or AWD power transfer case under warranty. Apparently they do fail occasionally. I was smelling this odd, burnt smell. When I called the dealer they identified it as a possible PTU, and when I brought it in they immediately put me in a loaner and took care of the problem. I highly recommend Great Lakes Ford service department, they have treated me very well. 
Apr 2018

53500 mi

US $100
While doing a routine balance and rotate on my tires, the dealer gave the car a one-over, and discovered a problem with the positive battery terminal. The positive terminal was covered in corrosion, to the point that when they got it cleaned up the positive terminal was half gone. One again this dealer went above and beyond to save me money by replacing the terminal at a significantly reduced cost!!! 

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2014 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

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

Lincoln MKS in Nebraska, United States
Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
Mar 2018

30000 mi

US $60
Poorly designed positive battery terminal corroded severely. Replaced both positive and negative terminals 

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2013 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln MKS in Michigan, United States
Apr 2018 - Jul 2022
Dec 2021

160000 mi
rebuilt front calipers and replaced front pads and rotors 
Jun 2022

156000 mi

US $35
Leaking Oil. Replaced RH or rear Turbo Oil Supply Line. poor fuel economy and slow engine warmup. Replaced the thermostat. gained 2.5 MPH 

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2012 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

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

Lincoln MKS in Massachusetts, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Apr 2020

112 mi

US $600
injector and coil pack 

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2011 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

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

Lincoln MKS in Quebec, Canada
- Mar 2013
Jun 2011

620 mi
Sliding harmrest was squeaking, they fixed it. 
Mar 2013

12400 mi
Transmission adjustment, because it was slipping. 

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2011 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

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

Lincoln MKS in California, United States
Jul 2017 - Aug 2020
May 2018

60000 mi

US $20
Blend door motor that opens and closes an A/C vent. I bought the replacement on Amazon for around $20. 

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2011 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

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

Lincoln MKS in Michigan, United States
Jun 2017 - Sep 2018
Aug 2018

76000 mi

US $369
Replaced rear rotors and brake pads, flushed brake system. 

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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 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 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 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 Ontario, Canada
Aug 2013 - Jun 2017
Jan 2017

81760 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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2009 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

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

Lincoln MKS in New Jersey, United States
Jul 2011 - Apr 2014
Dec 2011

35000 mi
the front brakes made a grinding noise - apparently a known problem. They attached brackets around calipers. 
Jan 2013

36200 mi
left rear door lock would not open correctly - part replacement to correct. 
Lincoln MKS in Georgia, United States
Nov 2015 - Nov 2021
Apr 2016

90300 mi

US $20
Replaced mismatched lug nuts 
Mar 2017

102000 mi

US $120
replaced battery 
Dec 2017

109000 mi

US $150
New brake pads and rotors in rear as well as one new caliper on left rear 
Lincoln MKS in Wisconsin, United States
Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011

59000 mi
leak in A/C condenser coil. Part has been replaced. 
Lincoln MKS in Michigan, United States
Feb 2009 - May 2011
Mar 2009

6000 mi
Chrome strip on key fob loose, and coming off. 
Aug 2009

9000 mi
Interior trim on passenger side was not fastened properly 
Jun 2010

15000 mi
Intermittent windshield wipers were not working properly 
Lincoln MKS in California, United States
Jan 2009 - Aug 2009
Mar 2009

4000 mi
The rear door locks would not always unlock successfully using the power lock/unlock button. 
Lincoln MKS in Nevada, United States
Jun 2009 - Aug 2011
Mar 2011

25000 mi
Had front brake rotors and pads replaced per a technical service bulletin acknowledged problem--grinding noise. Service was performed under warranty. 
Jun 2011

30000 mi
Intermittant noise from right side of dash. Recognized as a bad actuator from messages on MKS discussion forum. Actuator was replaced under warranty. 
Lincoln MKS in Florida, United States
Jul 2009 - Jun 2014
Aug 2009

3000 mi
The car has been in the shop multiple times over 2 months. Head liner peeled back (3x).  back door would not unlock (fixed) AC problems (not fixed)  rattle in back passenger side (not fixed)  heated seats in back don't work 
Dec 2010

19000 mi
Hot air blowing of AC vents instead of heater. Also blowing at high blast from defrost when floor option only 
Lincoln MKS in Texas, United States
Jul 2009 - Oct 2014
Jan 2010

26700 mi

US $39
Brake grinding. Brakes required some extra bolts on the calipers and some upgraded brake pads.  Transmission noise around 35 mph. They replaced a transmission cooling line but this didn’t fix the problem. I am waiting to hear from other people on the MKS Forum. People have the same problem and have not got a fix yet. 
Apr 2013

31000 mi
Driver side Lumbar Support needed to be replaced. 
Lincoln MKS in Tennessee, United States
Mar 2009 - May 2011
Jan 2010

16000 mi
Radio just stopped working. It took over two hours for them to determine that it was s computer malfunction. Fix was to pull the fuse and reset the computer. This is a KNOWN ISSUE for non-nav radio. 
Nov 2010

17000 mi
Radio will just stop working. Happened twice now. To fix the problem you pull fuse #38 and put it back in. This will do a reset and the radio will work again. 
Lincoln MKS in Minnesota, United States
Apr 2009 - Jun 2011
May 2009

57000 mi
Trunk open button not working. Turned out that there was a valet button in glove box that was accidentally turned off. Dealer turned it back on and trunk open button worked fine. 
Lincoln MKS in Alabama, United States
Jan 2009 - Feb 2012
Jan 2010

7600 mi
Transmission line needs to be replaced. Tranmission whines between 4th and 5th, and 5th and 6th gears. Parts on order. Sun roof shade needs to be replaced because of rattling. Part on order. Subwoofer reinstalled because of rattling. Repaired. 
Aug 2010

12000 mi
Rattle coming from sun roof. Transmission whined while shifting from 4-6 gears. Radio gave a loud pop three separate times and stopped working. Upon the sitting with the power off for ten minutes, the radio started working again. 
Jan 2011

15000 mi
Radio would just shut off with a loud bang without warning. New radio installed. 
Lincoln MKS in Maryland, United States
Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
Aug 2009

1000 mi
Shifter seems sticky, but only in manual mode. Will see if it gets worse before dealer replaces shifter (check again at service intervals). 
Lincoln MKS in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2009 - Jun 2011
Oct 2009

4340 mi
Chrome exterior trim around driver side rear window was loose. Radio does not emit sound on first start up in cold conditions, e.g. approx. 3 deg.C. After warm up and restarting, the radio starts working. Steering Wheel Shroud did not line up properly and did not travel with Steering wheel when raised or lowered. 
May 2010

14880 mi
Sunroof makes a loud thud when opening. First reported in Aug 09, adjust and lube then. Problem recurred April 2010 hence this visit. Rear door driver side did not drain water properly. Removed and cleaned lower weather strip. Intermittent rattle in center of dash at radio display. 
Jun 2011

22940 mi
Poor FM reception. 2nd attempt last visit then ordered part installed most recent visit Sunroof made thud noise when opened since car purchased. Several attempts to lubricate and adjust, temporary fix. They said they did something different this time seems to be OK. Rust bubble forming on roof. Identified as warranty and scheduled visit for body shop in near future. 
Lincoln MKS in Delaware, United States
Jun 2010 - Apr 2013
Jul 2010

24000 mi
Microsoft SYNC module replaced because not accepting dealer update. Auto high beams and rain-sensing wipers not working--camera unit in windshield replaced. Back window module had to be replaced because key fob remote not operating back windows. One front wiper motor replaced. Motor for steering wheel adjustments replaced because it was making a clicking noise when raising the steering wheel out the way to exit the vehicle. Subwoofer had to be replaced because it was blown. 
Dec 2010

39000 mi
back door lock was not unlocking properly. took two visit before shop admitted problem was real.  Back up camera not working all the time. some times would be fuzzy or unusable. back up camera fixed, shop claims there was a TSB for the issue, yet took multiple trip before i could prove problem existed. 
Feb 2011

45000 mi
Noise coming from sunroof when it opens. they lubed the parts, noise gone 
Mar 2011

47000 mi
Back up camera stop working again 
Jun 2011

56000 mi
Rattling from subwoofer, tech drilled holes under the back deck in trunk to vent air around subwoofer, rattled stopped 
Jan 2012

72000 mi
A rear door lock doesn't properly unlock sometimes. Nothing done yet because out of warranty and rarely used. 
Jul 2012

86000 mi
Back Up Camera stopped working AGAIN!! Fuzzy useless image when car put into reverse. Known Issue with Lincoln, fixed once under warranty. TSB# 09-16-4 AUG 09 Collision Avoidance - Rearview Camera Inoperative; Updated: later cleared up on own. 
Jan 2013

99000 mi

US $250
Wheel well liner come in contact with wheel causing a load noise and damaging the inside of the wheel 
Apr 2013

103000 mi
Rear door lock had gotten worse. It was at the point where that latch/lock would not catch unless I was standing at the door and pulling the handle at the right time while hitting the unlock button on the remote. 
Lincoln MKS in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2010 - Feb 2016
Jan 2012

50500 mi
replaced rear calipers due to problem with pin alignment 
Aug 2012

47000 mi
Replaced left front strut and wheel bearing 
Jan 2013

42500 mi
Bracket holding the driver's seat control panel broke allowing the panel to pull away from the seat. 
May 2014

73000 mi

US $650
Drivers lumbar support adjuster needed replacement Both Oxygen Sensors required replacement. Two separate repair instances within 2 weeks 
Lincoln MKS in New Jersey, United States
May 2009 - Jun 2015
Jan 2011

27000 mi
On a few occasions, car would bang into gear, from 1st to 2nd. Now Okay. 
Mar 2011

28000 mi
FM antenna modulator replaced due to static on most stations. Replaced but problem still exists. Going back to dealer next week. 
Sep 2012

45000 mi
Experienced a grumble type of sound upon braking. Dealer replaced front & rear calipers and pads. Also new rotors in front, cut rear rotors, now all is fine. All this done under 2 TSB's, NO COST to me ! 
Dec 2013

56000 mi

US $100
Water pump had to be replaced. 
Lincoln MKS in Georgia, United States
Mar 2010 - Jan 2012
Apr 2010

11000 mi
Tire pressure sensor fault 
Jun 2010

11000 mi
Tire pressure sensor fault. Sensor replaced at this visit and no further problems noted. 
Lincoln MKS in Illinois, United States
Feb 2010 - Mar 2011
Mar 2010

6000 mi
Rt front wheel bearing went out 
Jun 2010

7000 mi
door was rattling 
Lincoln MKS in Illinois, United States
Mar 2009 - Dec 2013
Nov 2012

21300 mi
pass side pillar cover blew off. Dealer replaced the three dummy pillar covers and the dr. side pillar with the combination electronic strip along with the key pad etc. The 3 that did not blow off were very loose. dealer replaced all clicking sound from under dash when air conditioner was turned up or down 
Jan 2013

22200 mi
birdseye maplewood trim on steering wheel was lifting up on the right hand side. had noticed it a little bit before and it was lifting up more. checked car entirely as bumper to bumper warantee is up on 01/01/2013 
Nov 2013

24300 mi

US $50
drivers seat does not move forward or backward. it pivots instead. do not know what parts were involved. covered under platinum ext war 

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2009 Lincoln MKS 4dr Sedan

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

Lincoln MKS in Connecticut, United States
Jul 2012 - Dec 2014
Jul 2012

42800 mi
replaced air blend door actuator replaced drive lumbar support motor 
Aug 2012

44000 mi
Tech drive car and determined that one or both front bearing are bad---will replace both next week under warranty 
Dec 2012

51000 mi
Replaced LF Strut and Strut mount(premature failure) 
Feb 2014

77100 mi

US $95
door locks relock when attempting unlock 
Aug 2014

88000 mi
Replaced rear wheel bearings Transfer case 
Sep 2014

92000 mi
Reprogrammed transmission--replaced trans diverter Map lights failed 
Dec 2014

92000 mi
Replaced all ball joints 
Lincoln MKS in Florida, United States
Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010

19000 mi
door locks 
Oct 2010

24000 mi
air conditioning vent making loud knocking sound behind dash 
Lincoln MKS in Illinois, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010

14000 mi

US $150
This car has a lot of engine noise. Ford needs to bring a Lexus into engineering dept and listen to how quiet the motor is, inside cabin and out. Also way too many squeaks from front suspension. Would not and have not recommended this car. 
Lincoln MKS in Pennsylvania, United States
May 2011 - Dec 2012
Jun 2011

57000 mi
Car would shut off during driving and would not restart at all. First told it was the throttle response which had to be replaced, but learned after the second occurrence, that wasn't the problem.  Once again would shut off unexpectedly while driving, and would not restart. Had the car towed to the Ford dealership where it sat for 4 days before they'd finally found out what the problem was. All sensors were scanned, and replaced. 
Nov 2011

63500 mi
Car is still in the shop being looked at 
Lincoln MKS in Michigan, United States
Mar 2009 - Oct 2011
Apr 2009

10000 mi
Interior trim "A", "B" and "C" Pillars filthy due to original OEM decal glue residue. Unable to be cleaned sufficiently. Trim on order.  "B" pillars replaced 2nd trip.  Rear deck still rattles after third trip. Many other problems, some fixed, some not. 
Aug 2010

32000 mi
Steering shroud and cover replaced as defined with a TSB. The shroud did not work properly since the very day I leased the vehicle. Now works fine. Driver's seat right hand side vinyl side bolster had cracked in several locations. First noticed at 18,000 miles. I had to impress upon the dealer that I was very unhappy with the quality of the seats/material. Replaced entire seat bottom. 
Lincoln MKS in Illinois, United States
Feb 2009 - Aug 2011
Mar 2009

1000 mi
PTO unit came with cross threaded plug hole so plug could only go in 1/4 turn. Leaked oil out onto exhaust pipe. 
Feb 2011

42000 mi
seal on PTO unit leaked all fluid  
Lincoln MKS in Connecticut, United States
Jan 2009 - Mar 2012
Feb 2010

15000 mi
Rear door locks would "bounce" on activation and re-lock themselves, particularly in cold weather. This is a known issue and was fixed under TSB 08-24-03 with new lock rods. 
Lincoln MKS in Oregon, United States
Feb 2009 - Mar 2016
May 2009

6000 mi
Drivers door lock would unlock and lock rapidly. Impossible to open door. Used fob to open passenger doors and reach across to open. Flaw in paint on lower driver's door. 
Mar 2010

18600 mi
Front brakes grab and make grinding noise when braking. dealer located tsb and followed instuctions. machined rotors, replaced caliper bolts and brake pads. subwoofer has low rumble and vibration. technician followed tsb 08-19-13 and found foam blocks correctly installed. was advised not attempt further repairs. driver door lock tip fell off and inside driver door. Tech removed door panel and repaired lock stem brakes grabbing at 12-15mph and making grinding noise. Followed TSB instructions: machined rotors using procut, replaced caliper bolts, and brake pads. Drovers' door lock tip is missing and rattles inside door. Accessed door panel and repaired interior door lock rod. Subwoofer has low rumble noise. Followed tsb 08-19-13 and found foam blocks were correctly installed. tech contacted hotline; told to compare with like vehicle and advised not to attempt repair. 
May 2011

35000 mi
Fluid leak from trans area. Replaced PTU intermediate shaft seal. Front brakes grab and growl. Performed TSB 10-17-3. Replaced front brake rotors, pads, and caliper brackets; installed springs. Drivers seat forgets setting for key #1, reprogrammed DSM to latest program per TSB 08-23-9 Rumble from speakers. Reprogrammed DSP module per TSB 10-8-2 for feedback 
Oct 2011

40000 mi
Control Panel on drivers' seat loose. 
Jun 2014

73000 mi

US $208
Replaced left front wheel bearing 
Oct 2015

93000 mi

US $2219
Check engine light was on. Replaced cam shaft phasers. 
Feb 2016

98300 mi
sticky caliper 
Lincoln MKS in Virginia, United States
Feb 2009 - Mar 2010
Apr 2009

2000 mi
Electronic starter would not start vehicle. Crank signal was not detected. Also no PCM signal. PIN 46 in connector C133 was pushed out of connector. Pin connector was retensioned. So far vehicle is running with no problems. 
Lincoln MKS in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2011 - Jan 2015
Dec 2013

113000 mi

US $10
Needed over a quart of transmission fluid. I know fluids shouldn't be reported, but transmissions should never get low on fluid unless there's a leak or something. Problem is currently undiagnosed. 
Jan 2015

96000 mi
Power Transfer Unit leaks on occasion 
Lincoln MKS in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2011 - Jun 2018
Mar 2012

78120 mi

C $220
Clicking noise when climate control is turned on. Replaced air blend door motor. 1.8 hours labour at $95/hr. 
Feb 2013

84420 mi

C $802
Door locks relocking when trying to unlock in cold weather. Replaced lock rods on all 4 doors. 
Dec 2013

88040 mi

C $15
Rear window defroster stopped working. The electrical connector to the window fell off. Fixed it by soldering it on again. It's under the left quarter panel - real PITA to get to. Updated calibration software for Driver Seat Module, Powertrain Control Module, and DSP Module. (TSB 08-23-9, TSB 09-23-6, and TSB 10-8-2) Calibration performed to fix TSB symptoms. 
Jan 2017

85700 mi

C $1690
Exhaust leak due to rust. Replaced exhaust pipe between y-pipe and muffler. Replaced front right wheel bearing. Replaced both rear tie rods and performed alignment. 
Aug 2017

95480 mi

C $530
Chirping noise when cold. Replaced tensioner and accessory belts. 
Lincoln MKS in Wisconsin, United States
Jun 2014 - Oct 2016
Oct 2014

112000 mi

US $560
Front strut bearings replaced 
Mar 2015

120000 mi

US $640
Break pads rotors and calipers 
Mar 2016

130000 mi

US $1100
Struts 
Lincoln MKS in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2015 - Feb 2018
Mar 2015

82000 mi
Right side temperature blend door actuator faulty. Replaced actuator motor. 
May 2015

86000 mi
'Pulsing' sound heard from dash area. Replaced recirculation door actuator. Check engine light on. Code P0442, small fuel leak detected, passed evap test. Suspected dirty fuel inlet. Cleaned with compressed air. Light came back on. 
Jun 2015

82000 mi
Check engine light on. Replaced fuel inlet pipe. 
Nov 2015

101000 mi
I heard a grinding noise on the right side, mainly at low speeds. Technician found right rear brake pad into rotor. They replaced rear brake pads, rotors, and both rear caliper brackets. 
Feb 2016

110100 mi

US $680
Replaced left front stabilizer link. Replaced rear toe links. Replaced lock rod on left rear door. 
Oct 2016

131000 mi

US $3161
Experiencing torque converter shudder. Replaced entire transmission. Noise in right front when going over bumps. I think they replaced a strut. 
Lincoln MKS in Oklahoma, United States
Apr 2016 - Sep 2016
Apr 2016

77000 mi

US $250
Door locks would open then close when trying to get in. 
Lincoln MKS in New Mexico, United States
Jan 2014 - Apr 2017
Aug 2014

50000 mi
Windows supposed to open to vent car if you hold down the unlock button on the remote for three seconds. Weren't doing this. Replaced three window motors. 
Sep 2015

63000 mi

US $100
Broken lumbar on drivers seat 
Feb 2017

74000 mi

US $150
loud noise when unit was turned on in very cold weather. front sensors were going off for no reason. 
Lincoln MKS in Minnesota, United States
Sep 2013 - Jun 2016
Sep 2013

51000 mi

US $19
Replaced blend door motor 
Mar 2014

60000 mi

US $100
Replaced LF wheel bearing LF window wind noise Replaced RR window regulator Replaced L side mirror glass - Poor defrost 
Jul 2014

63000 mi
O2 sensor replaced 
Aug 2014

63900 mi
Outside Touch Keypad Inop 
Apr 2015

71000 mi

US $140
HID needed replacement. bought a pair for $100 om line. Parts store $285 each. Repair shop labor cost $135. Bumper must be removed for access 
Lincoln MKS in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2012 - Dec 2016
Sep 2012

56000 mi

US $200
Power seat control side panel in both driver and passenger experienced broken fasteners 
Jul 2014

82700 mi

US $700
Transmission fluid cooler had a leak 
Jan 2015

79200 mi

US $1044
Rear brake pads, rotors, and calipers plus emergency brake lever and housing. 
Apr 2015

95500 mi

US $168
Engine ck lite, required reprogramming by Ford Tech support. No known cause, said could be from EZ-Pass road toll sender,I don't so, been in car from new purchase Sep '08, first time issue 
Lincoln MKS in Utah, United States
Nov 2012 - Jan 2015
Mar 2013

52000 mi
Driver door lock replaced under warranty. 
Lincoln MKS in New Jersey, United States
- Sep 2008
Sep 2008

56 mi
Passenger door interior trim lock replaced. This part holds door handle trim on to car. 

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