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2017 Lincoln MKZProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 190 owners and 4 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
190
Crashes
13
Fires
11
Recalls
4
TSBs
222
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 190 complaints, 13 crashes, 11 fires, and 4 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

coolant leak leading to engine overheating

2 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
2

coolant runs into engine

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
3

sunroof stopped working

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
4

hole in seat leather

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
5

key trim fell off

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

86 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 53K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

18
0–30K
13
30–60K
9
60–90K
14
90–120K
3
120–150K
1
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (18 reports) • Median: 53K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (86 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Engine86 (45%)
Drivetrain20 (11%)
Brakes16 (8%)
Other12 (6%)
Electrical10 (5%)
Fuel System9 (5%)
Steering6 (3%)
Speed Control5 (3%)

2017 Lincoln MKZ: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 45% of all reports filed for the 2017 Lincoln MKZ, with 86 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 53,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 53K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2017 Lincoln MKZ, with 20 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2017 Lincoln MKZ, with 16 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 5% of all reports filed for the 2017 Lincoln MKZ, with 10 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

5
17
8
18
9
19
7
20
9
21
14
22
24
23
26
24
53
25
35
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2017 Lincoln MKZ. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (4 recalls)

17V427000Aug 2017

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

18V167000Apr 2018

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

18V390000Jul 2018

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

23V162000Jun 2023

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2017 Lincoln MKZ NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

RQ22004ClosedOpened Aug 2022 · closed Mar 2023

Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

The worst model year for the Lincoln MKZ is the 2008 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.

2017 Lincoln MKZ vs. Class Average (Midsize Cars)

This vehicle

190

Class avg

141

Complaint volume is roughly in line with other midsize cars vehicles from 2017.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 190 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 4 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2017 Lincoln MKZ: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Lincoln MKZ?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2017 Lincoln MKZ is related to the engine, with 86 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2017 Lincoln MKZ reliable?
The 2017 Lincoln MKZ has 190 complaints, 13 crash reports, and 11 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2017 Lincoln MKZ?
NHTSA rates the 2017 Lincoln MKZ 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2017 Lincoln MKZ problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2017 Lincoln MKZ have any recalls?
Yes, the 2017 Lincoln MKZ has 4 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Lincoln MKZ problems start?
Based on 58 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 53,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2017 Lincoln MKZ data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 13, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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