How many engine complaints does the 2010 Lincoln MKZ have?

NHTSA lists 15 engine complaints for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ, which is 9% of the 169 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ engine?

No recall is listed specifically under the Engine category for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ in this data.

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

The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints on the 2010 Lincoln MKZ is 47,500 miles.

Do engine complaints on the 2010 MKZ involve crashes?

Yes, NHTSA data tied to this model year shows 9 crashes and 6 injuries across complaint records, some involving unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers.

2010 Lincoln MKZ Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 15 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ, 9% of the 169 total complaints filed for the year. Median mileage at failure is 47,500. No recall is tied specifically to this Engine category.

Engine complaints: 15; 9% of 169
Crashes reported: 9
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 47,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden unintended acceleration while braking or reversing, with the vehicle surging forward or backward despite brake pedal pressure.
Several reports describe RPMs spiking on their own during low-speed maneuvers like parking, leading to collisions.
One owner reported the water pump failed and leaked antifreeze into the oil, damaging the engine and requiring a full engine replacement.
Owners note the accelerator pedal was repaired under NHTSA campaign number 14E028000 after unintended acceleration incidents.
Some complaints describe stalling on the highway tied to throttle body and PCM issues, requiring repeated restart attempts.

When 2010 Lincoln MKZ engine complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 15, 2011, latest Apr 30, 2023.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2011 to Apr 2023; peak Oct 2018 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by MKZ model year

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

201015 (9%)
201120 (14%)
20127 (5%)
201313 (12%)
201412 (12%)
20159 (11%)
20167 (11%)
201785 (61%)
201814 (41%)
20197 (35%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2010 Lincoln MKZ have?: NHTSA lists 15 engine complaints for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ, which is 9% of the 169 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ engine?: No recall is listed specifically under the Engine category for the 2010 Lincoln MKZ in this data.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2010 Lincoln MKZ?: The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints on the 2010 Lincoln MKZ is 47,500 miles.
Do engine complaints on the 2010 MKZ involve crashes?: Yes, NHTSA data tied to this model year shows 9 crashes and 6 injuries across complaint records, some involving unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers.