2014 Lincoln MKZ Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

13 safety recalls on file

The 2014 Lincoln MKZ has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 4 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (25 reports).

13Recalls
97Owner complaints
7Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2014 Lincoln MKZ recalls

Front brake hoses may rupture and leak fluid

Recall 23V162Mar 10, 20231,280,726 vehicles affected

Certain 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles may have front brake hoses that can rupture and leak brake fluid.

Brake Pedal Bumper May Corrode and Separate

Recall 22V011Jan 13, 2022199,085 vehicles affected

A brake pedal bumper on certain vehicles can corrode and separate from the brake pedal when exposed to high heat, high humidity, or salt air.

Door May Not Latch Securely and Could Open While Driving

Recall 20V331Jun 8, 20202,147,323 vehicles affected

A component in the door latches can break, making a door difficult to latch or causing the driver or a passenger to think a door is closed when it is not.

Door Latch May Break, Letting Door Open While Driving

Recall 20V177Mar 23, 2020288,110 vehicles affected

A component inside the door latches on certain 2014-2016 Ford Fiesta, Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles may break.

Power steering may fail from road salt corrosion

Recall 19V632Aug 29, 2019116,160 vehicles affected

Road salt or other contaminants can corrode the bolts that hold the electric power steering motor to the steering gear.

Steering Wheel Can Detach While Driving, Causing Loss of Control

Recall 18V167Mar 12, 20181,301,986 vehicles affected

The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen over time, allowing the steering wheel to detach while the vehicle is being driven.

Door Latch May Fail, Risking an Open Door in Motion

Recall 17V210Mar 27, 2017191,432 vehicles affected

A component inside the door latches can break, making doors hard to latch or giving the driver or a passenger the false impression that a door is closed when it is not.

Front seat belt cable may fail in a crash

Recall 16V875Dec 5, 2016603,392 vehicles affected

Heat from a seat belt pretensioner firing during a crash can cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail.

Steering motor bolts can corrode, causing loss of power steering

Recall 15V250Apr 28, 2015487,301 vehicles affected

Road salt or other contaminants from snow or water can corrode the bolts that attach the electric power steering gear motor.

Door latch can break, leaving doors unsecured while driving

Recall 15V246Apr 24, 2015456,440 vehicles affected

A component inside the door latches can break.

Air Bags; Air Bags:Side/Window; Seat Belts

Recall 14V597Sep 26, 2014746,842 vehicles affected

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Recall 14V164Apr 2, 201443,135 vehicles affected

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Recall 13V594Nov 25, 20137,153 vehicles affected

Most common 2014 Lincoln MKZ problems

Problem areas named in the 97 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering25
Electrical System17
Unknown Or Other11
Engine10
Power Train9
Fuel/Propulsion System8
Structure6
Back Over Prevention6
Service Brakes5
Wheels5

What owners report

2026-05-28, Air Bags
The contact owned a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while idle at a stop sign, a nearby aggressive driver had lost control attempting to pass another nearby vehicle; however, lost control and T-boned the front Driver-side door. No warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the impact of the crash was approximately 40 MPH; however, the air bags did not deploy, but had deployed for the vehicle that caused the crash. Medical attention was sought for hip and neck pain. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to a local Tow yard via the local Police Department, where it remains for further investigation. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle
2026-04-28, Unknown Or Other
Back up camera freezes or goes blacks in the middle of use. In the middle of backing up, it goes out or does not even turn on when put in reverse. When it doesnt come on, it has an error message or just goes black.
2026-02-14, Electrical System
The transmission is slipping my car is only has 53,000 miles on it, the radio doesn’t work I had to pay over $1000 to fix the trunk latch and my brakes are fine but not working properly
2026-01-26, Steering
STEERING GEAR STOPPED WORKING, CAUSED THE CAR TO LOCK UP STEERING WHILE DRIVING SIMALAR AS RECALL 19S26. WE FEEL THIS CAR SHOULD ADDED TO THE CURRENT RECALLS FOR THIS SAME MATTER.
2026-01-03, Steering
Steering wheel lock up

2014 Lincoln MKZ questions

Does the 2014 Lincoln MKZ have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2014 Lincoln MKZ: Front brake hoses may rupture and leak fluid; Brake Pedal Bumper May Corrode and Separate; Door May Not Latch Securely and Could Open While Driving; Door Latch May Break, Letting Door Open While Driving; Power steering may fail from road salt corrosion. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Lincoln MKZ?

Based on 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (25), Electrical System (17), Unknown Or Other (11).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 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.

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