repaired · 2023 Q1
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2007 Lincoln MKZProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 259 owner complaints about the 2007 Lincoln MKZ, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-024 the manufacturer reports only 22% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2007 Lincoln MKZ has problems
259 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
184Air bags6 crash/fire/injury
29Service brakes7 crash/fire/injury
18Wheels1 crash/fire/injury
14Service brakes, hydraulic
7Power train
7Electrical system
6Engine
5Structure
4Seats
2213 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 184 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 29 | 7 |
| Wheels | 18 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 14 | 1 |
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 1 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 2 |
| 13 other systems | 22 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2007 Lincoln MKZ 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 · 2023 Q1
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Risk. If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
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.
Mileage at failure
When do air bags problems start?
66kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 40 air bags complaints. 70% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 37% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
3under 30k miles28under 100k miles12100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2007 vs. every other MKZ 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 median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2007 Lincoln MKZ safety ratings
2007 Lincoln MKZ 4-DR. w/SAB (Zephyr) in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.2% risk)
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2007 Lincoln MKZ, and the recalls they led to.
- Floor mat interference with acceleratorLed to recall 14E-028
- Extended Braking DistanceLed to recall 19V-904
- TIRE VALVE CRACKINGNo recall
In owners' words
What MKZ owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Varsity Ford Lincoln is refusing to fix open recalls. My vehicle has been sitting with them for 90 days. Lincoln is refusing to help. Now the dealership in a letter is stating they are not going to fix the open recalls because I have to pay them money to fix my brakes before they'll do that in a…
Car is inoperable due to the brake issue and airbag issue. Lincoln refuses to assist with getting it towed or working with the dealership. They will say that they do these things or are trying to help but they do not. This has been going on for 5 years. Dealerships will not fix the vehicle because…
The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was pulling to one side. There was an abnormal winding noise detected. The window failed to go up when the button was depressed. The engine and air bag warning lights were illuminated. The…
Own a 2007 MKZ?
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