repaired · 2018 Q1
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
2014 Lincoln MKSProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 45 owner complaints about the 2014 Lincoln MKS, most often about the steering. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-621 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 6, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Lincoln MKS has problems
45 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Steering1 crash/fire/injury
7Electrical system
6Fuel/propulsion system
4Engine
4Fuel system, gasoline
3Back over prevention
3Power train
2Suspension
2Structure
119 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 12 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 4 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 11 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2014 Lincoln MKS recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Axle assembly: axle shaft
Risk. If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lincoln.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other MKS year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the MKS median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 Lincoln MKS safety ratings
2014 Lincoln MKS 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (11.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What MKS owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Electrical problem continues to happen. I was trying to unlock the car. It would unlock and lock, windows roll down, sunroof open and all windows roll down without my help. Radio will turn all the way up. I placed a fixd in the car. Repairs started flashing low battery, sensor with steering, seat…
The contact’s daughter owned a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The failure recurred several times and the steering wheel became locked completely. The contact had spoken to the dealer and was informed…
Driving car and steering wheel suddenly locks up. Reported to both dealer and Ford motor company. Both refused to fix it. Found same problem with the 2013 model...it was recalled because of this same issue with the steering.
Own a 2014 MKS?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.