CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Lincoln MKS has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 fire, 39 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (21 reports).
2011 Lincoln MKS recalls
Driver Front Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in Crash
The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in a high-speed crash.
Power Steering May Cut Out, Making Steering Harder at Low Speed
The electric power steering assist system in certain vehicles may shut down because of a fault in the steering motor sensor.
Door May Unlatch in a Side Impact Crash
The interior door handle return spring can become unseated, so the handle does not return fully to its stowed position after it is used.
Most common 2011 Lincoln MKS problems
Problem areas named in the 43 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
What owners report
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Power Steering While driving yesterday, doing shopping and online order deliveries, the steering wheel started having slight resistance during turns. It became worse shortly after. As I attempted to leave a grocery store, less than 5 minutes away from home, the steering wheel was extremely difficult to turn. I didn't see any leaks under the hood nor on the ground underneath my car. Nor was there any smells nor odors. On 5/1/2026, I did hear a slight noise when I turned the steering wheel to back into the driveway at home. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Steering
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was later restarted, and the traction control and power steering warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle then experienced a loss of power steering assist. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the steering gear had failed and that the steering rack needed to be replaced; however, the steering rack was no longer manufactured so the vehicle required an aftermarket steering rack. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not incl
I was driving and I hear a beeping sound,and my steering just stopped working and made it difficult to control the vehicle in a curve.. Recall Details: 2011â2013 Power Steering Electric Assist Loss â¢In June 2015, Ford issued Recall #15S18 (NHTSA Campaign 15V340000) for a range of vehiclesâincluding the 2011 Lincoln MKSâdue to a potential intermittent electrical connection in the steering gear. This defect could cause loss of electronic power steering assist, increasing steering effort and potential crash risk , I never received notification of this potential risk and it was lucky that my grandchildren was not in the car because I usually pick them up from school about the time this o
the steering system locks up and loses power assist,and the brakes and traction control sys also malfunction, and several failure lights all come on ,as I was making a left turn in front of a police car the steering locked up and I almost hit the police car,the vehicle isn't driveable,the policeman advised me not to drive the car,he verified the steering didn't work,when the problem occurs the steering gets extremely hard and at the same time lights and bells start ringing in the car and it's very scary because between the steering and brakes not working the bells and lights are very distracting
In 2015 a recall was done to repair the power steering failure issue. In October of 2021, while driving the vehicle down the highway, the power steering went out making the vehicle almost impossible to steer. Had the vehicle towed to the dealership where they verified the issue and pulled code U3000 for steering gear failure. With 68827 miles, I was charged for the entire repair with not one mention about the extension to the power steering recall. The parts and labor that were charged were those mentioned in the recall. Fast forward to November 2022, had the vehicle towed to the same dealership for the same issue. Lights on the dash were present, and concern verified that the power steering
2011 Lincoln MKS questions
Does the 2011 Lincoln MKS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Lincoln MKS: Driver Front Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in Crash; Power Steering May Cut Out, Making Steering Harder at Low Speed; Door May Unlatch in a Side Impact Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lincoln MKS?
Based on 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (21), Service Brakes (4), Engine (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Lincoln MKS has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.