How common are steering problems on the 2013 Lincoln MKS?

Steering accounts for 61 of the 142 total complaints filed for the 2013 MKS, or 43% of all complaints for the year.

Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2013 Lincoln MKS?

Yes, recall 15V340000 covers the Power Steering Control Module and involves Ford checking for diagnostic trouble codes, though it was originally issued for related Ford/Lincoln/Mercury models from 2011-2012.

At what mileage do steering problems typically appear on the 2013 MKS?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 93,000 at the time of steering-related failures, though some owners reported issues at much lower or higher mileage.

Have steering failures on the 2013 Lincoln MKS caused crashes?

NHTSA lists 2 crashes and 1 fire connected to complaints filed in this area, along with 2 injuries.

Is 2013 the worst year for MKS steering complaints?

Among MKS model years listed, 2013 has the highest raw complaint count for steering (61), though 2011 had a higher share of its total complaints (49%) tied to steering.

2013 Lincoln MKS Steering Problems

Steering complaints account for 61 of 142 total complaints (43%) filed for the 2013 Lincoln MKS, with a median failure mileage of 93,000. There is a related recall, 15V340000, covering the Power Steering Control Module, and NHTSA lists 2 crashes and 1 fire tied to this area.

Steering complaints: 61; 43% of 142
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 93,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel suddenly loses power assist and becomes very hard or impossible to turn, sometimes at highway speed.
Steering locks up momentarily and returns to normal only after the vehicle is restarted or shut off and back on.
A power steering fault or 'service advance track' warning light appears just before assist is lost.
Some owners report the power steering control module needed reprogramming or replacement, including a case where the steering wheel seized and led to a crash.
One owner mentioned a growling noise from the steering column during low-speed turns before the power steering failed.

When 2013 Lincoln MKS steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 28, 2015, latest Aug 13, 2026.

61 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2015 to Aug 2026; peak Jul 2021 (4).

Steering recalls for the 2013 Lincoln MKS

NHTSA 15V340000Jun 2, 2015Steering393,623 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine and 2013 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with any available engine. The affected vehicles have electric power steering assist systems that may shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault.
Risk: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). If dealers find any loss of steering assist DTCs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge. If, no codes are found during the PSCM inspection, the PSCM software will be updated, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S18.

Steering complaints by MKS model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201015 (29%)
201121 (49%)
20128 (47%)
201361 (43%)
201412 (27%)
20152 (11%)
20160 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering problems on the 2013 Lincoln MKS?: Steering accounts for 61 of the 142 total complaints filed for the 2013 MKS, or 43% of all complaints for the year.
Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2013 Lincoln MKS?: Yes, recall 15V340000 covers the Power Steering Control Module and involves Ford checking for diagnostic trouble codes, though it was originally issued for related Ford/Lincoln/Mercury models from 2011-2012.
At what mileage do steering problems typically appear on the 2013 MKS?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 93,000 at the time of steering-related failures, though some owners reported issues at much lower or higher mileage.
Have steering failures on the 2013 Lincoln MKS caused crashes?: NHTSA lists 2 crashes and 1 fire connected to complaints filed in this area, along with 2 injuries.
Is 2013 the worst year for MKS steering complaints?: Among MKS model years listed, 2013 has the highest raw complaint count for steering (61), though 2011 had a higher share of its total complaints (49%) tied to steering.