How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ?

NHTSA lists 17 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 MKZ, which is 10% of the 169 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ electrical system?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Electrical System complaints on this model year.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2010 MKZ?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Electrical System complaints is 56,000 miles.

What kind of electrical issues do owners report most on the 2010 MKZ?

Owner complaints center on malfunctioning LED taillights and brake lights, heated seat overheating, unintended acceleration, stalling, and power window failures.

Did the 2010 MKZ electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires linked to the 17 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 MKZ.

2010 Lincoln MKZ Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ, 10% of its 169 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 56,000. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 17; 10% of 169
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 56,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Rear LED taillight or brake light assemblies illuminate incorrectly, staying lit, flashing like a turn signal, or failing on one side without the driver braking.
Driver-side brake lights stop working entirely, sometimes noticed only when another driver points it out.
Heated seat components overheat, with one report of the seat module and wiring under the driver seat melting.
Unintended acceleration or engine surging reported at low speed, with brakes described as ineffective against the motor.
Vehicle stalls unexpectedly while driving, later traced to throttle body and powertrain control module failure.
Front power window loses automatic up/down function, requiring the button to be held continuously.

When 2010 Lincoln MKZ electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 23, 2012, latest May 4, 2025.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2012 to May 2025; peak Sep 2014 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by MKZ model year

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

201017 (10%)
201111 (8%)
201212 (8%)
201318 (17%)
201417 (18%)
201517 (21%)
201611 (17%)
201713 (9%)
20183 (9%)
20193 (15%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ?: NHTSA lists 17 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 MKZ, which is 10% of the 169 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ electrical system?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Electrical System complaints on this model year.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2010 MKZ?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Electrical System complaints is 56,000 miles.
What kind of electrical issues do owners report most on the 2010 MKZ?: Owner complaints center on malfunctioning LED taillights and brake lights, heated seat overheating, unintended acceleration, stalling, and power window failures.
Did the 2010 MKZ electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires linked to the 17 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 MKZ.