2010 Lincoln MKZ Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 39 brake complaints for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ, 23% of all complaints for the year, tied to 3 crashes and 1 injury at a median 104,000 miles. A related recall (19V904000) covers ABS hydraulic control unit valve reactions with certain brake fluids.
- Brakes complaints
- 39
- 23% of 169
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 104,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brake pedal depresses but fails to respond, sometimes causing the vehicle to accelerate or fail to decelerate before hitting an object.
- Brake pedal suddenly drops to the floor with a loss of hydraulic pressure, often traced to the hydraulic control unit.
- ABS activates unexpectedly after hitting a pothole or bump, causing the pedal to sink and braking to fail intermittently.
- Parking brake does not hold the vehicle on a slope even when properly applied.
- A rubber brake hose near the master cylinder ruptures, causing a loud pop and sudden loss of brake pressure.
- Brake pedal feels stiff with a hissing noise from behind the pedal, reducing deceleration.
When 2010 Lincoln MKZ brake complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 12, 2010, latest Aug 7, 2025.
Brakes recalls for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ
- NHTSA 19V904000Dec 18, 2019Brakes600,166 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
Brakes complaints by MKZ model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2010 Lincoln MKZ have?
- NHTSA lists 39 brake complaints for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ, which is 23% of all 169 complaints filed for that year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ?
- Yes. Recall 19V904000, reported December 18, 2019, covers ABS hydraulic control unit valves reacting with certain brake fluids; the remedy involves flushing the brake system and installing a new brake fluid reservoir.
- At what mileage do brake failures typically occur on the 2010 MKZ?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2010 MKZ is 104,000 miles.
- Did brake problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 1 injury linked to brake-related complaints on the 2010 Lincoln MKZ, though no fires were reported.
- How does the 2010 MKZ compare to other years for brake complaints?
- The 2010 model year has the highest share of brake complaints among MKZ years listed, at 23%, compared to 15% for 2011 and 2012 and lower percentages in later years.