2015 Lincoln MKS Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2015 Lincoln MKS has a complaint index of 29 and ranks 6th of 8 model years, earning a Good verdict. It has 18 complaints, 3 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls, with Engine issues the top problem area at 33% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 29/100
- #6 of 8 MKS years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 18
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18 city / 26 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2015 Lincoln MKS problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine6 (33%)
- Electrical System4 (22%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (17%)
- Fuel System3 (17%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (17%)
- Airbags2 (11%)
- Other2 (11%)
- Steering2 (11%)
- Structure & Body2 (11%)
- Brakes1 (6%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some owners report sudden loss of engine power on the highway that resolves after stopping and restarting the vehicle.
- Others describe internal water pump failures that leak coolant into the engine, with one owner noting a hidden internal water pump design.
- Owners report the airbag warning light illuminating at startup with no clear repair path offered.
- Some describe the steering wheel locking up or becoming very difficult to turn while driving, including one case at highway speed.
- Fuel system complaints include intermittent engine stalling while driving that requires shutting off and restarting the engine.
- One owner found a fuel leak inside the vehicle tied to a fuel tank attachment bolt recall.
2015 Lincoln MKS recalls
3 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 15V605000Sep 28, 2015Fuel System203 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.
Risk: If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.
- NHTSA 15V464000Jul 24, 2015Brakes7,165 vehicles
Parking brake
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015, Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 21, 2015, and 2015-2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015. The affected vehicles have a parking brake that may not fully engage when applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the operation of the parking brake system, and if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C07.
2015 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.
2015 compared with other MKS years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Lincoln MKS reliable?
- Among the 8 model years with data, the 2015 MKS has a complaint index of 29 and ranks 6th, earning a Good verdict relative to other MKS years.
- What problems does the 2015 Lincoln MKS have?
- NHTSA lists 18 complaints for the 2015 MKS, led by Engine issues (33% of complaints, median mileage 43,000), followed by Electrical System (22%) and Collision Avoidance & Cameras and Fuel System (17% each).
- Does the 2015 Lincoln MKS have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 MKS covering the fuel system (twice, including a fuel PEM inspection and fuel tank bolt tightening) and a brake system parking brake check. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2015 MKS compare to other MKS years?
- The 2015 MKS's complaint index of 29 is lower than 2011 (100, Avoid) and 2013 (86, Avoid), but higher than 2012 (14, Best) and 2014 (43, Good).
- Were there any fires reported for the 2015 Lincoln MKS?
- NHTSA lists 1 fire and 1 injury among the 18 complaints for the 2015 MKS, with no crashes or deaths reported.