2014 Lincoln MKS Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
50/100
#4 most-complained of 7 MKS years
The 2014 Lincoln MKS has 44 NHTSA complaints, a Complaint Index of 50, and 2 recalls, ranking it 4th worst of 7 model years with a "Caution" verdict. Steering (27% of complaints) and Fuel System (23%) are the top problem areas.
- Complaints
- 44
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18 city / 26 hwy
Top 2014 Lincoln MKS problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering12 (27%)
- Fuel System10 (23%)
- Electrical System8 (18%)
- Engine6 (14%)
- Other6 (14%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (9%)
- Structure & Body3 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (7%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (5%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (5%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of steering assist accompanied by an "Advancetrac" warning, in one case leading to a crash after the vehicle swerved across lanes.
- Some drivers describe body roll and a rocking sensation at low speed, with a feeling that the halfshaft has come loose.
- Fuel system complaints mention delays getting recall parts for the fuel pump control module, with some owners billed despite the recall.
- One owner reported the speedometer failing to illuminate during heavy rain, obscuring vehicle speed.
- Another owner described unintended acceleration while stopped at an intersection, requiring hard braking and a shift to neutral.
- Intermittent no-start conditions paired with an abnormal clicking sound and the air conditioner shutting off on its own were also reported.
2014 Lincoln MKS recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 16V621000Aug 25, 2016Fuel System77,502 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
Risk: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.
- NHTSA 14V393000Jul 2, 2014Transmission & Powertrain83,250 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
Risk: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
2014 Lincoln MKS fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 26 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,100
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other MKS years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Lincoln MKS reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2014 MKS a Complaint Index of 50 and a "Caution" verdict, ranking it 4th worst among the 7 model years with data. Steering and fuel system issues make up the bulk of its 44 complaints.
- What recalls affect the 2014 Lincoln MKS?
- The 2014 MKS has 2 recalls: one for the fuel system on 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines (campaign 16V621000) and one for a halfshaft retention issue in the transmission/powertrain (campaign 14V393000). Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- What is the most common problem on the 2014 Lincoln MKS?
- Steering is the top problem area, accounting for 27% of complaints (12 of 44), including one crash. Fuel System follows at 23% of complaints.
- How does the 2014 MKS compare to other MKS years?
- The 2014 model ranks 4th worst of 7 years by Complaint Index. The 2012 (index 17) and 2015 (index 33) MKS score better, while 2011 (index 100) and 2013 (index 83) are rated "Avoid."
- At what mileage do 2014 MKS steering problems tend to show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 81,049 miles at failure for steering-related complaints on the 2014 MKS.