2008 Lincoln MKZ wheels problems

Filed Apr 17, 2020 · Brakes, Transmission · 60,000 miles · MI

After repairing brakes at my cost many times now they are recalled. I had to replace the lincoln wheels at my cost after researching that many problems were reported. Also with only 65,000 miles on my car my transmission is out. I have had many electrical issues. It is clear that major issues is on the this model year. While driving my transmission failed. I towed the car to dealership and they want to now charge 4400.00 for the transmission. I am out of money with this vehicle and it was clearly poorly manufactured.

Filed Nov 28, 2018 · Wheels · OH

Tires constantly going flat because of rim.I would never purchase another lincoln ever

Filed May 14, 2018 · Wheels · 53,325 miles · WI

Retired us army veteran,,,,bought car used in 2010 with approx. 25,0000 miles from a dealer. It has chrome wheels. At approx 50,000 miles & 2015, the chrome on the wheels started peeling and I started getting low tire pressure warnings from slow leaking. Took it to the dealer< ( always dealer serviced) they said the rim is corroding and they have to remove the wheel and tire, break down the tire off the rim, grind the carrotion off the rim, put sealer on it and reinstall and rebalance the tire. Its not warranteed, so cost me $35 and took 1/2 hr. Since then I have had the other 3 wheels do the same. I was quoted $845 to replace all 4 chrome wheels with alumminium wheels and best to do that when need new tires. I am looking for a set of used alumminum wheels for it instead. Or get $1,000 less on a trade in for another 2 yr old used lincoln mkz. I have opted to trade it in and get a 2016' mkz. But with alum. Wheels.

Filed Mar 6, 2018 · Wheels · 24,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 lincoln mkz. While driving unknown speeds, the rims shook. The contact called summerville ford (9700 dorchester rd, summerville, sc 29485). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (palmetto ford, 1625 savannah hwy, charleston, sc) where it was determined that the tires needed to be filled with nitrogen. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 24,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2017 · Airbags, Wheels · SC

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 lincoln mkz. The contact stated that the oem rims prematurely caused the air to leave the tires. The contact had to constantly add air to the tires. The vehicle was taken to two dealers (summerville ford, 9700 dorchester rd, summerville, sc 29485, (877) 477-1434) and (palmetto ford, 1625 savannah hwy, charleston, sc 29407, (843) 571-3673). The dealers indicated that the oem rims needed to be replaced. In addition, the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags) and was unable to determine when the remedy and parts would be supplied to the dealer. The failure mileage was not available. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jun 12, 2017 · Wheels · 55,000 miles · TN

The tires won't hold a seal and have continually small air leaks. I have to keep filling my tires with air every week or so. I have taken it to 3 different tire places and all say the same thing thing, the tires are good, wheels are not bent, and that it is a known issue with my car that the chrome erodes off and it will not hold a seal. Every single place has said the same thing and I continue to have the same experience. They will clean off the rim and reseal it and say as long as the chrome wheels keep eroding it will continue and it is so true!

Filed Jan 24, 2017 · Tires, Wheels · 70,243 miles · GA

Tire pressure goes down quickly. I set tire pressure and within 2 days the tire pressure warning light comes on. Vehicle becomes un stable at speed and is difficult to control. I was driving and it was difficult to control the direction of the vehicle all of a sudden. My mechanic says the chrome finish on the wheels has corroded at the bead areas where the tire mounts and causes fast tire pressure loss. These are factory wheels.

Filed May 25, 2016 · Wheels · NY

I have owned my lincoln mkz for 3 years. Almost immediately after I purchased the car the chrome on the wheels began to peel. Shortly after the pealing began the rims developed a small loss of air due to the corroding wheels requiring me to check the tire pressure at least once a week and fill at least two tires with air every week to achieve a safe level of operation. The dealer will do nothing to help resolve this problem other than to sell me very expensive replacement wheels. After three years the problem has become significantly worse causing me to fill my tires with air every time I drive it. The chrome on the wheels look awful with the peeling and sharp edges caused by the peeling chrome. Even the dealer is shocked ford has not issued a recall or addressed this. This is a well know safety issue which ford has refused to recognize. I have received a response for ford (see attached) indicating they would not assist me with the repair. My concern is safety. This is a safety issue not only for me but for the general driving public. I hope you will address this issue with ford before something significant happens and someone is seriously hurt.

Filed Apr 14, 2016 · Wheels · 54,000 miles · CA

Left rear wheel had chrome flake off at the point of attachment to the tire causing air leak in oct 2015. Wheel was replaced. Right front wheel had chrome flake at the tire seal causing tire low pressure. Dealer recommends replacing wheel. Car has approx. 54000 miles. The loss of air in the tires is sensed by the tire pressure indicator. If tires are inflated it takes about three days until the sensor light comes back on.

Filed Mar 9, 2016 · Lights, Wheels · 75,000 miles · MA

Chrome wheels did not use nickel undercoat and chrome peeled off causing air leaks and differential would moan from uneven tire pressure; bought 4 new after market wheels for $775 and solved problem. Front driving lights allowed water to penetrate from vent in wheel well causing to fill up with water and shorted out connectors. Covered vent holes. Rewired connector and water proofed the lighting assemblies but they are still very hazy from water damage. Dealer wanted $1,200 to replace them and said it is common. After market replacements cost $350 to $500 each; problem still not resolved and make an otherwise very pretty car look like cheep crap. Very nice car; stupid ford problems.