How many transmission complaints does the 2013 Lincoln MKZ have?

NHTSA lists 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ, which is 14% of the 109 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall on the 2013 Lincoln MKZ?

Yes. Recall campaign 13V594000 covers 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid vehicles built between April 26, 2012 and September 24, 2013, due to a transmission range sensor manufacturing error. Ford's remedy is a free Powertrain Control Module software update.

At what mileage do 2013 MKZ transmission problems usually show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 30,000 miles at the time of failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2013 Lincoln MKZ.

Did the 2013 MKZ transmission issues cause any crashes?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ.

How does the 2013 MKZ compare to other years for transmission complaints?

The 2013 model year had 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (14% share), higher than 2010-2012 (each 4 complaints, 2-3% share) but lower in raw count than 2017, which had 24 complaints at a 17% share.

2013 Lincoln MKZ Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ, 14% of its 109 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure is 30,000 miles, and one related recall (13V594000) covers a transmission range sensor issue on hybrid models.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 15; 14% of 109
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 30,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the transmission unexpectedly shifting out of drive into neutral, low, or park while the vehicle is moving.
Some describe being unable to shift out of park into reverse, requiring the car to be restarted multiple times before it would move.
Several owners saw a dashboard wrench warning indicating a powertrain or AWD fault, which they linked to the transmission range sensor issue covered by the recall.
Owners describe the gear indicator failing to show park correctly after shutting off the vehicle, requiring repeated attempts to reshift into park.
Some report hard or delayed gear shifts, including hesitation, stalling, or a loss of acceleration from a stop.
One owner asked NHTSA to add the 2013 MKZ to a separate bushing-related recall after experiencing the same symptoms.

When 2013 Lincoln MKZ transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 17, 2014, latest Mar 11, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2014 to Mar 2026; peak Apr 2014 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ

NHTSA 13V594000Nov 25, 2013Transmission & Powertrain7,153 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 26, 2012, through September 24, 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the transmission range sensor may not function properly allowing the affected vehicles to be shifted out of the Park position without first applying the brake pedal. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 114, "Theft Protection."
Risk: Without requiring the brake to be pressed, the vehicle may be unintentionally shifted out of Park, allowing it to roll which may result in a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software, free of charge. The recall began on January 2014. Customers may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13C09.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by MKZ model year

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

20060 (0%)
20077 (3%)
20086 (2%)
20095 (4%)
20104 (2%)
20114 (3%)
20124 (3%)
201315 (14%)
20149 (9%)
20154 (5%)
20161 (2%)
201724 (17%)
20189 (26%)
20192 (10%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2013 Lincoln MKZ have?: NHTSA lists 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ, which is 14% of the 109 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall on the 2013 Lincoln MKZ?: Yes. Recall campaign 13V594000 covers 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid vehicles built between April 26, 2012 and September 24, 2013, due to a transmission range sensor manufacturing error. Ford's remedy is a free Powertrain Control Module software update.
At what mileage do 2013 MKZ transmission problems usually show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 30,000 miles at the time of failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Did the 2013 MKZ transmission issues cause any crashes?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
How does the 2013 MKZ compare to other years for transmission complaints?: The 2013 model year had 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (14% share), higher than 2010-2012 (each 4 complaints, 2-3% share) but lower in raw count than 2017, which had 24 complaints at a 17% share.