2013 Lincoln MKS: steering wheel locks up

Filed Aug 13, 2026 · Steering · NY

While driving home in the center lane on the XXX[XXX] Parkway, my steering wheel locked suddenly, preventing me from turning left or right. As I used my full strength to turn right against the tightness of the steering wheel, trying to get off at the next possible exit, the power to the steering wheel abruptly returned, causing me to swerve out of control, past the right lane, onto the shoulder and into the grassy roadside area. The vehicle didn't suffer any bodily damages. I struggled mightily with the steering but was able to drive home safely and park it. The next morning, I took the car to a mechanic, who after checking the power steering, informed me that the E.P.A.S. motor sensor at fault and that there's an active service recall on vehicles fitting the year, make, and model of my car. I called Lincoln of Queens Center, and was told that my vehicle was not on the list for recalls. This was after I provided them with my VIN number. The customer service representative couldn't give a valid or specific reason why my VIN number was excluded from the list, except to say, "that's the way it's always been, I don't make the policies." In search for a better explanation, I was transferred to Ford Recall department, then Client Relation Center, where representative [XXX] submitted an A.S.O form and referred me to (N.H.T.S.C), where I spoke with Ms [XXX] who stated that they are not responsible for omitting certain VIN#'s from the recall list. I don't want to believe that a powerful and reputable automobile manufacturing company like Ford and Lincoln would exclude certain VIN numbers from their service recall list, knowing at any time, a faulty motor sensor, needed for safe navigational steering, can go bad, resulting in multiple automobile accidents, that can cause serious injuries, or death to innocent unsuspecting motorists. If possible, I would highly appreciate if Ford/Lincoln could add my VIN number to their recall list Truly, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA),

Filed Aug 10, 2022 · Steering · 115,000 miles · MO

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while his wife was driving at 40 MPH, the steering wheel locked up, almost causing her to lose control of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact's wife slammed on the brakes and veered to the side of the road. The contact's wife wiggled the steering wheel and was able to continue driving. However, the failure reoccurred while driving at 65 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was it was diagnosed that the steering gear needed to be replaced. The independent mechanic informed the contact that the failure was associated with a recall and referred the contact to the dealer. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Filed Jul 27, 2021 · Steering · NJ

Issue: Power Steering INOP U3000-49 Control Module Failure Pro Date 5/2012. Steering wheel locked making it difficult to turn wheel and drive car safely. Problem was confirmed by 2 Mechanics, one being the Dealership- Chapman Ford Lincoln. A Warning lamp came on: Power Steering Assist Fault.

Filed Feb 26, 2021 · Steering · 71,000 miles · FL · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2013 lincoln mks. The contact stated that while driving at 20-25 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle went across the road and hit a mailbox then a pole. The air bags deployed and caused a chin abrasion, nosebleed, chest and rib pain to the contact and medical attention was received. There were no warning lights illuminating when the failure occurred. The vehicle was towed to a lot and deemed totaled by the contact's insurance company. There was a police report filed. The contact stated there was a recall notification with the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v340000 (steering) but his VIN was not a part of the recall, however the vehicle experienced the failure of the recall. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 71,000.*dt*jb*dt

Filed Jul 29, 2019 · Steering · 142,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 lincoln mks. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized and could not be turned. The contact drove to an unknown dealer and was informed that the power steering assist failed. The power steering assist was not replaced. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 142,000.

Filed Mar 20, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 84,000 miles · MI · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 lincoln mks. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the contact noticed grey smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the engine was on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the failure was due to a fuel leak. In addition, while driving, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure was undetermined. The failure recurred. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic where they informed the contact that the body control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.

Filed May 23, 2017 · Steering · 75,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 lincoln mks. On several occasions, while driving various speeds, the steering wheel locked without warning. The service advance track and power steering assist fault indicators illuminated. As a result, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The steering returned to normal once the vehicle was restarted. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering gear needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall and did not offer any further assistance. The failure mileage was 75,000.