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2009 Lincoln MKZ repairs by problem area

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Lincoln MKZ in Georgia, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2022
Oct 2012 39500 mi	Driver's side interior door handle was damaged and preventing the car from automatically locking and had to be done manually. Replacement of the handle was covered under warranty.
Apr 2014 54700 mi US $110	A/C Compressor quit cycling, car was taken in. A/C system developed leak in system and required repair and recharge.
Sep 2016 83000 mi US $90	The battery went flat after being in the car for about 2-1/2 years. It was replaced with a new battery with the same amount of cold cranking amps. The exterior temperature sensor failed and was giving erratic readings (e.g. An outside temperature of 75 degrees may have displayed as 140 degrees on the A/C display). A new sensor fixed the issue.
Aug 2021 98000 mi	Battery was getting weak and was replaced with a new AGM battery.

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Lincoln MKZ in New Mexico, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2018
Sep 2013 34000 mi US $900	replaced front wheel bearings

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Lincoln MKZ in California, United States Sep 2012 - Feb 2014
Feb 2014 68000 mi	Heated driver seat stopped working.

Lincoln MKZ in Ohio, United States Aug 2012 - Apr 2013
Sep 2012 97000 mi US $2000	alternator died on my way to get it fixed causing belt to break which led to belt breaking cv boot also belt tension pulley seized up
Apr 2013 106000 mi US $500	Oil leaks Ignition coils/ ecm

Lincoln MKZ in New Mexico, United States Dec 2012 - Oct 2013
Jun 2013 58000 mi US $80	Drivers interior door handle

Lincoln MKZ in Ontario, Canada Jan 2013 - Jan 2017
Nov 2013 141920 mi	Drivers side heated seat has stopped working. Lights on dash light up and then go out after very short period. Passenger side is ok.
Dec 2013 145700 mi	LF wheel bearing replaced.
Jan 2014 148180 mi C $100	Front Headlight assembly started leaking water into the sealed unit causing light bulbs to freeze and break. Unit is now cloudy inside due to condensation.
Jun 2014 155000 mi C $1000	Brake service pads, rotors, and all 4 calipers. Rear calipers were sticking. Front calipers had worn slider pin holes and were sloppy.
Jan 2015 150800 mi C $300	Grinding noise, wheel bearing suspected and confirmed
Jun 2015 186000 mi C $750	Rear wheel bearings finally needing replacing at 288000 and front right needed to be replaced again. Replaced 2 years and 60000 km ago
Mar 2016 198400 mi C $140	the turn signal lights kept having errors. they replaced the socket pigtails with new ones

Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States Nov 2013 - Mar 2016
Apr 2014 96000 mi US $500	Heated seats not working
Oct 2015 126000 mi US $450	drivers side Door handle not working
Dec 2015 129000 mi US $250	Switch on the brake pedal would not allow driver to move shifter for transmission out of park selection

Lincoln MKZ in Georgia, United States Oct 2011 - Nov 2011
Nov 2011 27000 mi	Ford technicians found a loose wire on the back of the navigation/audio module causing all sound in the car to go out intermittently.

Lincoln MKZ in Missouri, United States Aug 2012 - May 2016
Dec 2013 40000 mi US $800	mushy pedal. flushing cycling the HCU valves didn't fix. nor replacing a caliper. Dealer worked with Lincoln engineers and finally determined the HCU was bad. Replaced and fixed. Lincoln and dealer furnished great customer goodwill on cost

Lincoln MKZ in California, United States May 2008 - Jul 2011
Jun 2008 300 mi	Vehicle would not start. vehicle refusedto start. Dealer could not replicate. Found wire harness connector wasn't fully connected. At high temperature it would expand and disconnect, cool down and reconnect. Dealer "snapped" the connector home. No problem since. Total days in shop (six). Auto in three times for failure to start. Temperatures have been over 100 degrees,if that is a cause for the "crash." Trip to dealer shows no code. Also cycled thru check brakes in the information display, while the idiot lights blinked randomly.

Lincoln MKZ in Florida, United States Jul 2010 - Oct 2015
Dec 2010 23000 mi	A/C vent vane motor failed - caused cold air to enter passenger side when set on heat.
May 2011 29000 mi	Transmission valve body failed resulting in hard shifting but still drivable. Valve body was replaced
Jul 2011 30000 mi	Faulty dual temperature control again, sometimes blows heat even with temp at 60. Observed it in shop, but then worked fine rest of time in shop, so not fixed.

Lincoln MKZ in South Carolina, United States Aug 2010 - May 2015
Sep 2010 14000 mi	Check engine code showed problem with engine performance module. Computer was rebooted and light went out. Fifty miles later light came on again with same code P0607 and other codes dealing with cam position sensor. In garage again.
Oct 2010 14700 mi	They replaced the on-board computer at a warranty cost of over $700 and the problem was fixed. In addition, they gave me a Lincoln loaner while they diagnosed and replaced the computer.
Feb 2015 42000 mi	Had to replace abs module and pump
Apr 2015 42000 mi US $90	Third battery for this car.

Lincoln MKZ in Florida, United States Apr 2009 - Sep 2013
Dec 2010 30000 mi	Rear speaker rattled. Dealer replaced, fixed problem.

Lincoln MKZ in California, United States Aug 2008 - Dec 2012
Apr 2011 32000 mi US $149	Trunk Lift Support, AKA, Trunk Struts failed.

Lincoln MKZ in Alabama, United States Dec 2013 - Mar 2015
May 2014 76000 mi US $721	Rear brake calipers locked on rotors

Lincoln MKZ in California, United States Jul 2011 - Apr 2013
Sep 2011 44000 mi	CD player failing to eject CD. After numerous attempst, I was finally able to eject all but one of my CD's - the last of which "disappered" within the unit. Dealership concurred there was an issue with the unit, and replaced with new

Lincoln MKZ in Nevada, United States Jun 2013 - May 2017
Sep 2013 68000 mi US $2300	Compressor failing causing care to moo like a cow on acceleration. Took idiot dealer 4 days to figure it out and they wanted to charge $2300. Car still moos.
Dec 2013 72000 mi	Car would not start on Xmas day. Battery that was less than 18 months old had crack next to negative terminal. Covered under warranty.
May 2015 80000 mi US $2700	Complete AC system replacement Replacement of radiator. According to the mechanic it was in such bad shape that there were dragonflies nesting in it.
Jul 2016 88200 mi US $55	Battery failed after 14 months

Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States Dec 2015 - Nov 2018
Sep 2016 104000 mi US $489	Front struts. Front upper control arms.
Sep 2017 117138 mi US $340	Stuck lifter making tapping noise. Treated with Sea Foam in the oil. Replaced both front lower front control arms and rear driver's strut
Jun 2018 125104 mi US $589	Repaired fluid leak. Cleaned leak. Recharged a/c system
Sep 2018 130353 mi US $601	Replaced front upper control arms and alignment

Lincoln MKZ in Missouri, United States Mar 2016 - Dec 2016
Apr 2016 149000 mi US $550	Ball joint causing suspension noise. Replaced both upper and lower control arms on passenger side.

Lincoln MKZ in Washington, United States Feb 2014 - Jun 2022
Sep 2015 56000 mi US $100	Compass quit working with annoying "compass error" message on the dash display. Replaced rear view mirror (that's where the compass sensor is) with a unit purchased from eBay - all is well now.

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Lincoln MKZ in Ontario, Canada Jan 2009 - Jan 2013
Feb 2009 13640 mi	Buzz sound from under car, noticeable at low speed, rear driveshaft for AWD replaced. Plastic trim on windshield (on the drivers side)came loose during 1st carwash. Dealer reglued it down to the glass.
May 2009 15500 mi	6 CD changer would not eject a CD. Had a regular music CD in all six slots.
Jun 2009 16740 mi	Dealer replaced CD changer in early June (took 2 weeks to arrive) - won't /can't give me my CDs. Sent defective unit off to special CD shop-in-the sky to do so. CDs are removed & send back to the dealer. I finally got my CDs back 3+ weeks after that.
Aug 2010 25500 mi	cracked bezel covering on front passenger seat

Lincoln MKZ in Illinois, United States Feb 2011 - Oct 2017
Sep 2011 37707 mi US $100	Replaced A-C compressor.
Mar 2012 41193 mi US $100	Replaced latch assembly.
Jun 2012 42379 mi US $100	Replace 3 O-rings EVAC and recharge. Note,my receipts for all warranty work do not list the total cost. I must pay the deductable of $100. This applies to all my responses.
Apr 2013 46520 mi US $100	Rear drive shaft assembly replaced.
Mar 2014 51783 mi US $100	Replaced both RF lower control arms
Sep 2014 54818 mi US $100	Replace oil pan gasket.

Lincoln MKZ in Washington, United States Mar 2008 - Jun 2011
Apr 2011 47000 mi	Chrome wheels deteriorated and began to slowly leak air.

Lincoln MKZ in Ontario, Canada Jun 2011 - Dec 2011
Nov 2011 70760 mi C $120	Replace dead battery.

Lincoln MKZ in Manitoba, Canada Jul 2008 - Jul 2010
Nov 2008 6820 mi	Valance around headlight switch came loose when you pulled on for fog lights.
Jun 2009 13020 mi	Whine developed over last few months. Dealer initially uspected axle bearing. Replaced and found not to be cause. Dealer then found TSB and replaced centre axle (AWD) and this cured it.
Oct 2009 16120 mi	Blew transmission. Dealer advised it was first one in Canada. Took 1 week to diagnose - Ford authorized R&R of complete transmission. 2 weeks to ship transmission (nearest one in Memphis) and a few days to R&R. Lincoln warranty covered rental car.

Lincoln MKZ in Illinois, United States Aug 2009 - Jan 2011
Aug 2009 26000 mi	Replaced LF HID headlight

Lincoln MKZ in Colorado, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2020
Feb 2010 29000 mi	replaced rear axle shaft assembly
Dec 2013 71000 mi	replaced lower control arm/ball joint
May 2015 84000 mi US $533	replaced front right control arm-ball joint assembly
Mar 2016 93000 mi US $1500	replaced Power Transfer Unit (transfer case)
Jul 2017 105514 mi US $800	replace both front struts
Mar 2018 113000 mi US $400	Replaced front left CV Axle
Sep 2018 117000 mi US $550	replaced left front wheel bearing hub assembly

Lincoln MKZ in Manitoba, Canada Mar 2011 - Jun 2013
Apr 2011 21080 mi	Low growling sound, apparently was a bearing in the driveshaft, replaced under warranty.
Mar 2012 23560 mi	Heated Driver's seat stop working, replaced under extended warranty

Lincoln MKZ in Texas, United States Jan 2018 - Apr 2018
Mar 2018 99000 mi	Car pulled to the right.

Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States Jul 2009 - Jul 2010
Nov 2009 12000 mi	Vehicle wouldn't start. Car did not have to be towed, but a tow truck did have to jump start the vehicle. The jump start was enough to get me to the dealership. At that point, the computer had to be reprogrammed / reset.
Dec 2009 12000 mi US $10	Tire pressure problem. Tire pressure was low. Pressure sensor was damaged.
Jul 2010 13000 mi	Check engine light

Lincoln MKZ in New Jersey, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2019
May 2011 28000 mi	When turned on AC. Could hear a grinding noise. The compressor had failed. Dealer installed new compressor and tested. AC works great now.
Jul 2011 29800 mi	The four rims were replaced because of pitting. Also, the Drivers Side window was replaced because of scratches coming from the weatherseal. The dealer sent pictures of the rims and glass to Ford. Ford approved replacement under warranty.
Nov 2015 95000 mi US $1176	Had intermittent shuddering and sounds as if I had a flat tire. It usually happened when in stop and go traffic at 20MPH. These sounds would go away. The Ford Dealer was a joke and a waste of time. Fixed by local shop. Drivetrain replaced.
Apr 2016 100300 mi US $250	The car seemed sluggish on accelerating and gas mileage was decreasing. Diagnosis was the spark plugs were very worn. They were replaced
Sep 2016 106000 mi US $50	The trunk lift supports failed causing the trunk lid to close hard. IT would not stay open on its own. Local repair shop repaired using Ford parts.
Dec 2016 112000 mi	Exhaust sounds loud when engine is cold. Had the engine and transmission checked and nothing could be found causing the issue. The mechanic feels the inner pipe may have come loose or deteriorated. Will need to replace system.
Feb 2017 114000 mi US $217	When pulling on the front driver side interior door handle, I heard a clunking sound and the door would not open. Drove to my local mechanic. The door handle mechanism broke and needed to be replaced. These parts are plastic and broke.
Apr 2017 116000 mi US $475	Car took longer to stop. Could push brake pedal further to floor. Mechanic found rear brake pads completely gone and were cutting into the rotors. Never heard any grinding or sounds when braking. Mechanic replaced brake pads, rotors, and brake brake fluid. Also oil change and wiper blades replaced.
Jun 2017 119000 mi US $270	Heard scraping sounds coming from brand new brakes. It was found that the rear passenger side brake caliper locked in closed position.the caliper and rotor needed to be replaced.

Lincoln MKZ in Ontario, Canada Apr 2014 - Sep 2015
Dec 2014 115940 mi C $150	Replaced stabilizer links on both sides.

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Lincoln MKZ in Kentucky, United States May 2012 - Jun 2012
May 2012 102000 mi US $403	Had a sudden problem with excessive brake pedal travel and poor braking. Master cylinder was replaced, but problem was not fixed. Have seen posts on other forum describing this problem and inability of dealers to fix

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Lincoln MKZ in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2014 - Mar 2015
Mar 2015 63000 mi	Roof started to rust. Body shop found that there was no primer or seam sealer on the inner surface. Ford refused to cover it, had to trade at a big loss.

Lincoln MKZ in Missouri, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 48000 mi	Purchased car used at auction with 46,500 miles and still under warranty. Dealership replaced rear chrome wheels for flaking. Reprogrammed radio for missing back-lit buttons.

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Lincoln MKZ in Louisiana, United States Mar 2016 - Jul 2017
Jul 2017 205000 mi	Remove and replace alternator and serpentine belt.

Lincoln MKZ in Illinois, United States May 2008 - Oct 2013
Jul 2012 57000 mi US $700	Pedal pressure poor - dealer replaced brake master cylinder and bleed air from brake lines. When ABS engaged after repair was made a few days later, brake pedal lost pressure again...

Lincoln MKZ in Tennessee, United States Sep 2011 - Apr 2012
Oct 2011 37000 mi US $111	Replaced battery

Lincoln MKZ in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2009 - Mar 2015
Jan 2010 55000 mi	car coolant flushed and replaced...car overheated...no evidence of coolant leak power steering pump replaced
Sep 2011 78000 mi US $100	replace steering rack and pump
Jun 2012 86000 mi	drivers leather seat has a tear not caused by anything but wear
Nov 2013 108000 mi US $1100	Front e g mount, Transmission mount
Sep 2014 120000 mi US $1200	Needed one engine and one transmission mount

Lincoln MKZ in New Jersey, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 80000 mi US $500	Transmission slips at around 2000 RPM. Not sure where the problem is.

Lincoln MKZ in South Carolina, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2013
May 2013 64400 mi US $57	Had to replace lower left front control arm

Lincoln MKZ in Florida, United States Jun 2011 - Dec 2013
Aug 2012 62600 mi	Did not cool.

Lincoln MKZ in Pennsylvania, United States May 2010 - Jan 2016
Sep 2010 45000 mi US $125	New Battery
Jan 2016 65000 mi	Squeak in the steering especially when cold

Lincoln MKZ in New York, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2016
Feb 2011 33000 mi	oil seal leak between the engine and the transmission, had to remove transmission to replace seal.
Sep 2011 39000 mi US $50	Door vibration when driving and listening to bassy music, and power window creaking when going up/down. Service department concluded problems were both caused by binding/bad window regulator. Part replaced and problem solved.
Apr 2014 68300 mi US $109	Cable inside door snapped, could not open driver door from the inside.
Mar 2016 86000 mi US $200	Rear passenger door lock mechanism needed to be replaced. Door could not be locked/unlocked or opened.

Lincoln MKZ in Ontario, Canada Jul 2010 - Dec 2012
Mar 2011 58280 mi	Chrome was peeling on driver front wheel - they replaced the wheel at no charge
Sep 2011 64480 mi C $98	The right blinker "license plate light" was corroded so the bulb and assembly had to be replaced. It was done during a maintenance visit and took an additional 30 minutes.

Lincoln MKZ in North Carolina, United States Jun 2010 - Oct 2013
Mar 2011 56000 mi US $310	Replaced right ball joint assembly.
Apr 2012 72700 mi US $600	New struts and shocks. We got excellent service from the OEM parts. I think this is routine maintenance.

Lincoln MKZ in Kansas, United States Oct 2016 - Sep 2017
Dec 2016 163000 mi	Duralast Remanufactured Alternator began to fail only a couple months after replacing OEM Alternator @ ~155,000 miles. Job took a VERY long time as alternator is very hard to access on this car.
Jan 2017 US $250	Low brake pedal likely due to stuck valve in ABS Hydraulic Control Unit. Replaced with salvage HCU (since part costs $800 new). This job would have easily been over $1000 if shop hadn't under-quoted labor and used brand new part.

Lincoln MKZ in New Jersey, United States Feb 2007 - Aug 2022
Apr 2008 8000 mi	Noticed some "flaking" of the chrome plating on the wheels of my car (two of the four). The Dealer replaced all four wheels under Warranty.
Jul 2009 15000 mi	Erratic HVAC fan speed when using A/C on "AUTO" setting. Blower motor replaced under New Car Warranty. Defect in finish of the power mirror button on drivers door armrest. Was replaced under New Car Warranty.
Nov 2010 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. Small areas of chrome bubbling/flaking off the wheel finish of three wheels. Problem verified by the Tech, wheels ordered and I returned five days later for installation. Repair covered under original Warranty Finish of center console armrest exhibited unusual wear, especially for a low mileage vehicle. Tech verified issue, ordered part and I returned five days later for installation of new armrest. Covered under original Warranty.
Apr 2017 90000 mi US $1000	PCM failure. PCM removed and replaced with new PCM.

Lincoln MKZ in Georgia, United States Jan 2011 - Dec 2012
Aug 2012 54700 mi US $340	drivers side door handle broke (interior)

Lincoln MKZ in Iowa, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 52000 mi US $200	aluminum wheels with chrome plating peeling on inside of wheel causing tires to leak at the bead seal.
Jul 2010 55000 mi US $855	Had to replace wheels at my cost!!!!!!!!!!! very poor warranty service from Lincoln !!!!!!

Lincoln MKZ in Oklahoma, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2018
Apr 2016 138200 mi US $300	Passenger front wheel bearing replacement

Lincoln MKZ in Georgia, United States Aug 2007 - Mar 2011
Jan 2007 1400 mi	Heated and cooled seats not working when car new. Replaced module, now getting a hard code stating air bags not working. Factory stated needed to replace seat tracks. Awaiting results.

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Lincoln MKZ in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2017 - Mar 2018
Mar 2017 120000 mi US $100	Leaking transmission coolant line. Initially thought it needed to be replaced. Mechanic replaced hose instead.
Apr 2017 120000 mi US $200	Shaking at 50mph and above. Private mechanic said the tie rod ends were bad. The serious shaking stopped but I need an alignment now that should help it. Squeaking front end over bumps even worse when cold. Changed upper and lower control arms both sides. Problem solved
Mar 2018 137000 mi US $100	Resonator had a hole in it. Had it replaced.

Lincoln MKZ in New York, United States Jul 2010 - Apr 2011
Sep 2010 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.

Lincoln MKZ in New Jersey, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010 14000 mi	The chrome on all 4 wheels was pitting and peeling. The dealership replaced all 4 rims at their expense.

Lincoln MKZ in Kentucky, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2011
Mar 2011 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
Apr 2011 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

Lincoln MKZ in Virginia, United States Nov 2010 - Mar 2018
Jul 2010 44616 mi US $37	replaced manifold line to air conditioning compressor due to pin hole leak, also replace battery due to dead cell. Oil and Filter change
Oct 2010 50283 mi US $22	Flat tire due to corroded bead surface of rim, replaced tire and sanded down bead on rim to achieve seal. changed oil and filter Second tire flat due to coroded rim, repaired rime bead surface.
Nov 2010 50950 mi	returned vehicle to carmax due to third tire loosing air, carmax fixed remaining rims that where corroded
Dec 2010 54000 mi	rear driveshaft support bearing replaced
Jun 2015 113000 mi US $900	Worn out bushings Valve under dash failed and heat and AC was mixed
Dec 2015 120000 mi US $2300	Leaking power steering hose and flush power steering fluid Passenger seat sensor failed
Jan 2017 121200 mi US $800	Auxiliary connection for radio stopped working
Jul 2017 132000 mi US $650	Air conditioning seals stopped working
Feb 2018 143000 mi US $350	Changed fuel injectors

Lincoln MKZ in Alberta, Canada Jul 2009 - Jun 2011
Aug 2009 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

Lincoln MKZ in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2009 - Dec 2009
Apr 2009 16000 mi	Transmission hard down shift. Reprograming of the computer done.
Jul 2009 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.

Lincoln MKZ in Virginia, United States Jul 2007 - Mar 2018
Jan 2013 105300 mi US $1200	AWD device that transfers power to rear wheels needed to be replaced.
Mar 2015 93000 mi US $1100	Ball joints on both front wheels were replaced.

Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States Sep 2007 - Nov 2009
Sep 2008 38000 mi	Rear drive shaft rubbing, making noise. Was replaced and no charge to us. New Radio ordered - CD player malfunction
Mar 2009 43000 mi	Repeat of previous problem with Drive Shaft Bearing. Hopefully this will not repeat again.

Lincoln MKZ in Manitoba, Canada May 2008 - Nov 2016
Feb 2009 31000 mi	Front axels replaced.
Dec 2012 130200 mi C $300	Left top tie rod replaced and a 4 wheel alignment.
Oct 2013 149900 mi C $1500	Replace u joint and back driveshaft.
Nov 2013 154380 mi C $1800	Front lower control arms needed to be replaced in addition to break work.
Jul 2014 171000 mi C $2500	ECM quit

Lincoln MKZ in Ontario, Canada Jan 2011 - Jun 2011
Mar 2011 39060 mi	Drive shaft bearings. Parts ordered New drive shaft installed.

Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2014
Jul 2011 46700 mi	Driveshaft repair

Lincoln MKZ in Kentucky, United States Aug 2013 - Aug 2016
Sep 2013 67000 mi	Air conditioning quit providing cool air. Took to the dealer who analyzed it and came up with replacing of EVAP Sensor, R&R Dash Light came on for air bag. Took to dealer who ran diagnostics and after working with Ford Motor found passenger seat module that communicates with module in dash was bad. Estimated cost $1,200 plus. Repair was declined by me. Vehicle developed a roar in the front end. Took to dealer said problem was tires, after doing an alignment. Went to tire dealer who replaced 4 tires at adjustment price. Went back to dealer then discovered wheel bearings bad and replaced
Feb 2014 69100 mi	Developed squeak in front suspension. Dealer said needed struts for both front wheels, at an estimate of $760.00. 2nd opinion from independent mechanic. Right front strut was loose. Tightened cost $67.00. No further problem.
Jun 2014 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
Jul 2014 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
May 2015 88000 mi US $276	Replace right rear ABS wheel sensor
Jan 2016 82300 mi US $588	Replace Power Steering Pressure Hose due to a leak.Replace Fluid Motor Mount worn and had to be replaced as was causing noise when operating.
Jun 2016 95000 mi US $666	Noise in front end as if something loose or going to fall off but only occured after driving for 30-45 min. New struts on front suspension system
Aug 2016 95000 mi US $154	Replaced a rim in that corrosion had formed around the rim at the bead area of rim and would not hold air. A used rim was purchased from auto recycler after a repair by using sealant was not successful.

Lincoln MKZ in Indiana, United States Oct 2013 - Jun 2022
Dec 2013 34000 mi US $1000	instrument cluster failed. No fuel, temp, speedometer, tach, instruments.
May 2014 37000 mi	lost all function in dash. speedometer, gas gauge, tach etc. Replaced entire console.
Jul 2018 72000 mi US $1200	Condenser had a bearing going out. Made a high pitch squeal noise. Replaced Condenser.

Lincoln MKZ in Illinois, United States Apr 2015 - May 2015
May 2015 56000 mi US $700	Power Take-Off Assembly (provides drive to rear wheels on AWD vehicle)

Lincoln MKZ in Michigan, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2016
Jan 2016 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

Lincoln MKZ in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2013 - Mar 2015
May 2013 63345 mi US $1162	Power Take Off Replaced due to internal bearing noise.
Oct 2014 79700 mi US $1083	Passenger airbag sensor and seat track had to be replaced. Out of warranty, paid out of pocket.

Lincoln MKZ in Kansas, United States Jan 2013 - Mar 2015
Mar 2013 72000 mi US $480	the calipers were stuck, causing the transmission not to shift correctly, the calipers were replaced.
Sep 2014 105000 mi US $315	Drivers side front wheel bearing went out..

Lincoln MKZ in Ontario, Canada May 2011 - Oct 2011
Sep 2011 42160 mi C $214	Battery not fully charging 2 weeks after original warranty. Cost $225 with labor Music CD's not playing. Had to re-insert multiple times before they would play. Replacement covered under Extended Warranty

Lincoln MKZ in Rhode Island, United States Aug 2011 - Oct 2016
Jul 2012 84000 mi US $366	Both control arms. Right side. A squeaking sound coming the front end.
Sep 2013 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.
Oct 2013 99300 mi US $1660	The PTU replaced Power tran. Unit is going to be replaced 2 year warranty unlimited milage.
Jun 2014 106000 mi US $100	R&R Alternator Drive Belt. And Air Filter
Jul 2015 117500 mi US $212	Injector replaced. Check engine light came on.
Nov 2015 121400 mi US $555	Rims had leaks in them replaced all four of them.
Jun 2016 128000 mi US $394	Rear running lights out. Not the fuse.
Oct 2016 132000 mi	I have a problem with braking system. I have applied the brake and it slows down. About 3 to 5 feet the brake goes right to the floor. I had an accident because of this problem. Is there any one that can help me?

Lincoln MKZ in Illinois, United States Nov 2012 - Oct 2016
Mar 2013 106000 mi US $600	Driveshaft support bearing failure. Support bearing repair requires complete driveshat replacement. New updated driveshaft was installed.
Dec 2015 147000 mi US $664	Brake pedal would go to the floor under moderate braking after the ABS system activated. After sitting for a time system returned to normal. The abs HCU was replaced which has so far solved the problem.

Lincoln MKZ in Missouri, United States May 2017 - May 2018
Apr 2018 180000 mi US $500	Replaced driveshaft

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