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.
2015 Lincoln MKSProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 18 owner complaints about the 2015 Lincoln MKS, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-464 the manufacturer reports only 79% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 14, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Lincoln MKS has problems
18 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Engine1 crash/fire/injury
4Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
3Power train
2Air bags
2Back over prevention
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Steering
2Structure
1Service brakes
44 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2015 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 · 2017 Q1
Tank assembly: mounting
Risk. If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Parking brake
Risk. If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the…
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
2015 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
'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Lincoln MKS safety ratings
2015 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 engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH or faster, the vehicle lost automotive power. During the failure the vehicle was coasted over to the side of the road and turned off for one minute before the vehicle restarted and continued driving. The…
I have noticed a coolant leak that is the result of a faulty water pump design. To make it worse, the rocket scientists at Ford Motor Company buried the water pump internally in the engine. It is a very expensive repair on what should be a component bolted to the exterior of the engine. There are…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WAS READING 3/4 OF A TANK AFTER FILLING UP THE TANK. THE CONTACT STATED SHE NOTICED A FUEL LEAK INSIDE THE VEHICLE. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V605000 (FUEL…
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