2017 Lincoln MKZ HybridProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2017 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, most often about the steering. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 6, 2025. Updated daily.
Where the 2017 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2017 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2017 vs. every other MKZ Hybrid 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 MKZ Hybrid median. How we score
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
- Front Brake Jounce Hose FailuresLed to recall 23V-162
What MKZ Hybrid owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle began to feel as if it was losing the ability to get any power to the engine. I would push the pedal to accelerate but even fully compressed the vehicle would not go above 30mph. I attempted to drive the vehicle in to be inspected at a dealership and while on the way the steering wheel…
There was a recall for a loose steering wheel bolt. The recall was repaired at the dealership but now the steering wheel is loose again. I feel like this issue is grounds for a second recall. Not sure what is going on. Please advise before something bad happens
Loose steering wheel issues as described in existing recall Safety Recall 18S08 Dealer repaired at a cost, and was informed that the vehicle was not eligible for the recall. Bolt replaced and retorqued to sped. Service performed by Fiesta Lincoln 1720 S Mesa Dr, Mesa, AZ 85210 on 10/21/2024 with…
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