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Lincoln MKZ by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 6 model years of the Lincoln MKZ (2015–2020). The 2020 model is rated 20–41 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 15 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Lincoln MKZ years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 MKZ | 5 | 20–41 mpg | 1 | 3 | 5/5 |
| 2019 MKZ | 5 | 20–41 mpg | 1 | 23 | 5/5 |
| 2018 MKZ | 5 | 20–40 mpg | 2 | 38 | 5/5 |
| 2017 MKZ | 5 | 20–40 mpg | 4 | 158 | 5/5 |
| 2016 MKZ | 5 | 20–40 mpg | 6 | 71 | 5/5 |
| 2015 MKZ | 5 | 21–40 mpg | 10 | 97 | 5/5 |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Lincoln MKZ recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Lincoln MKZ year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 25V695000 — Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera, reported Oct 13, 2025; model years 2015
- 25V442000 — Back over prevention: Software, reported Jun 27, 2025; model years 2019, 2020
- 23V775000 — Latches/locks/linkages: Doors: Latch, reported Nov 17, 2023; model years 2016
- 23V162000 — Service brakes, hydraulic: Foundation components: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, reported Mar 10, 2023; model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
- 22V011000 — Service brakes, hydraulic: Pedals and linkages, reported Jan 13, 2022; model years 2015
- 20V177000 — Latches/locks/linkages: Doors: Latch, reported Mar 23, 2020; model years 2015, 2016
- 19V632000 — Steering: Electric power assist system, reported Aug 29, 2019; model years 2015, 2016
- 19V590000 — Seat belts: Front, reported Aug 12, 2019; model years 2015
- 18V390000 — Power train: Automatic transmission: Torque converter, reported Jun 11, 2018; model years 2017
- 18V167000 — Steering: Steering wheel/handle bar, reported Mar 12, 2018; model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Other Lincoln models
Current and recent Lincoln models in our data.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 27, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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