Ac blower motor resistor control module faulty causes fan to be stuck in one speed then system varies up and down and vents smoke. Forward warning comes on for no reason?
The worst 2016 Lincoln MKS problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical3
- Driver assistance1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical3
- Driver assistance1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Lincoln MKS 85
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming
- New vehicle delivery hold
- Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper,...
- For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to
- No reverse, 3rd and 5th gear with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0715,P0717,P0756 and/or P2701
2016 Lincoln MKS fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 |
| 3.7L 6‑cyl | AWD | 17 | 24 | 19 |
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | AWD | 16 | 24 | 19 |
What 2016 Lincoln MKS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle started to loose power. The "see owner's manual" light illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to a nearby dealer at: atchinson ford, belleville, mi, where it was diagnosed that the throttle mechanisn was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 6,000. Fe
Faulty electrical system causes the car to cut off! Stall! For several minutes and then it starts back up. I have been stranded five times!
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Questions about the 2016 Lincoln MKS
Is the 2016 Lincoln MKS reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2016 Lincoln MKS, fewer than a typical MKS model year.
What is the 2016 Lincoln MKS year score?
The 2016 Lincoln MKS scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Lincoln MKS: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Lincoln MKS?
Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is driver assistance (1).
How many recalls does the 2016 Lincoln MKS have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Lincoln MKS get?
Official estimates for the 2016 Lincoln MKS range from 19 to 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.7L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 17 city and 25 highway.
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