2020 Lincoln MKZ Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
0/100
#15 most-complained of 15 MKZ years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2020 Lincoln MKZ has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 0 out of 100 — #15 highest of 15 MKZ model years. The most reported problem area is steering (1 complaints, 50% of the total).
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 19 city / 28 hwy
Top 2020 Lincoln MKZ problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other1 (50%)
- Steering1 (50%)
2020 Lincoln MKZ recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V442000Jun 27, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras200,237 vehicles
Back over prevention:software
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
2020 Lincoln MKZ fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,950
- 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.
2020 compared with other MKZ years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2020 Lincoln MKZ a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2020 Lincoln MKZ ranks #15 of 15 among MKZ model years (Complaint Index 0/100). It has 2 complaints and 1 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Lincoln MKZ?
- The most reported problem areas are steering (1 complaints).
- Does the 2020 Lincoln MKZ have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2020 Lincoln MKZ, most recently reported 2025, covering collision avoidance & cameras.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Lincoln MKZ?
- EPA rates the 2020 Lincoln MKZ at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,950. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.