CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Lincoln MKZ has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 281 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (167 reports).
2008 Lincoln MKZ recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards
The driver's side front airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.
Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance
The anti-lock brake system's hydraulic control unit valves can react with brake fluids that contain certain corrosion-preventive additives.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture in a crash that deploys the air bag.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the front airbags.
Most common 2008 Lincoln MKZ problems
Problem areas named in the 281 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 167 |
| Service Brakes | 52 |
| Wheels | 32 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
What owners report
Have tried to schedule an appointment with my local Lincoln dealer to have the recall on my car fixed but they told at this time they have no way to fix it.
2008 Lincoln MKZ AWD. Driver's door won't open from inside. Multiple Online mentions of this dangerous problem. Can't get out of vehicle in case of emergency.
Bought vehicle from owner 02/2023. Check brake system light came on a few months after, breaks started to skip and making a sound. Took it in to Ford dealership and they showed 2 recalls but never said it would be fixed.
Vehicle is AWD, part is Transfer Case/Power Transfer Unit. Many issues from customers online and what was marketed as a lifetime part was changed to maintenance at 30,000 miles since the amount of gear oil is minuscule and the heat this part has to contend with is extreme due to location. Car becomes undriveable very quickly and is very dangerous. A leak began and due to small amount of oil it starts to grind, jerk and tires wonât move very rapidly. Extremely dangerous! Instead of a change it should be a recall. This part is also about $1600 alone which means Ford is making money on this to top it off. The mechanic said it was starting to melt the parts and could have been a fire i
The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated, and smoke was coming inside the cabin through the A/C vents. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and noticed that coolant was leaking onto the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the thermostat was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred on four other occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who refilled the coolant in the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that on 5 separate occasions while driving, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle hesitated to r
2008 Lincoln MKZ questions
Does the 2008 Lincoln MKZ have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2008 Lincoln MKZ: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards; Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance; Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Lincoln MKZ?
Based on 281 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (167), Service Brakes (52), Wheels (32).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Lincoln MKZ 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.