Is the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid reliable?

It ranks second-worst out of 10 model years for the MKZ Hybrid, with a complaint index of 89 and a verdict of Avoid based on NHTSA owner complaints.

What is the main problem with the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?

Brakes are the top complaint area, making up 48% of all complaints, with a median failure mileage of 105,000 miles.

Does the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid have any recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recalls tied to this model year in this dataset, though sample complaints mention delays getting parts for seat belt and door latch recall repairs filed under other campaign numbers.

What year Lincoln MKZ Hybrid should I avoid?

The 2012 model year has the highest complaint index at 100, followed by the 2014 model year at 89; both are rated Avoid. The 2013 and 2016 model years are rated Good.

What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?

EPA rates it at 38 mpg combined (38 city / 37 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $1,700.

2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Avoid The 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid has a complaint index of 89, the second-worst among 10 model years, and is rated Avoid. Brakes account for 48% of complaints, with failures reported at a median of 105,000 miles.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 89/100; #2 of 10 MKZ Hybrid years
Verdict: Avoid; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 27; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 6; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 4
Top issue: Brakes
Best nearby year: 2013; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 38; 38 city / 37 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 4 / 0

2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 38 MPG
Highway: 37 MPG
Combined: 38 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $1,700; 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 MKZ Hybrid years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	MPG
2012	Avoid	100	59	38
2013	Good	44	12	38
2014	Avoid	89	27	38
2015	Caution	67	12	40
2016	Good	33	6	40

All Lincoln MKZ Hybrid years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid reliable?: It ranks second-worst out of 10 model years for the MKZ Hybrid, with a complaint index of 89 and a verdict of Avoid based on NHTSA owner complaints.
What is the main problem with the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?: Brakes are the top complaint area, making up 48% of all complaints, with a median failure mileage of 105,000 miles.
Does the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid have any recalls?: NHTSA lists 0 recalls tied to this model year in this dataset, though sample complaints mention delays getting parts for seat belt and door latch recall repairs filed under other campaign numbers.
What year Lincoln MKZ Hybrid should I avoid?: The 2012 model year has the highest complaint index at 100, followed by the 2014 model year at 89; both are rated Avoid. The 2013 and 2016 model years are rated Good.
What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?: EPA rates it at 38 mpg combined (38 city / 37 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $1,700.