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2017 Lincoln MKZ electrical problems

10 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints
10
of this car's complaints
7%
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

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Lincoln MKZ electrical problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2017 Lincoln MKZ electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fire or smoke 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2017 Lincoln MKZ owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 18, 2026 · Acceleration, Electrical · IN

2017 Lincoln MKZ was taken to Community Ford Lincoln of Bloomington (Auto Vest II LLC), Bloomington, IN for service on 05/01/2026. No ABS, Traction Control, or AdvanceTrac warning lights were present at drop-off. After the vehicle was returned, all three warning lights were illuminated. The ABS/stability control system had been damaged during the service visit. Diagnostic codes C0031:07 and C0031:15 (left front wheel speed sensor circuit fault) were confirmed in writing by the dealership service manager on 06/09/2026. The dealership denied responsibility. An independent Ford/Lincoln dealer (Tom Roush Lincoln) estimated repair at $310. The servicing dealer offered only partial reimbursement of $169.45. The ABS and stability control systems are safety-critical. Their failure compromises emergency braking performance and vehicle stability, putting driver and other road users at risk. The vehicle has been unavailable for normal use since [XXX]. The problem was confirmed by an independent Lincoln dealership. The vehicle is available for inspection. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Sep 5, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NC

Leasing a 2017 Mkz with total engine failure due to coolant leaking into the engine. Other issues are evolving, while unable to get it fixed

Filed Aug 30, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NC

Lemon Was sold a car with a class action lawsuit in progress, still was leased to me stuck with payments with a blown engine. Now can't even open it

Filed Aug 23, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NC

My name is [XXX] , and I am leasing a 2017 Lincoln Mkz, with 60000 miles on it and experience total engine failure due to coolant leaking into it INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jan 20, 2025 · Electrical · CA

Vehicles Navigation fails to keep accurate information - offsetting by 2-3 miles of actual location, and SYNC display fails to work properly after Reverse Camera is engaged, completely freezing for 5 - 15 minutes.

Filed Jan 25, 2023 · Electrical, Visibility · CA

Failed Components: Sunroof Drains become clogged and overflow into trunk well, causing electrical shortage, mold/mildew, and water damage along headliner and side airbags. Safety Risk: Electrical shortage causes fire risk, and mold mildew build up in car for asthmatic makes it damaging for air intake myself and others inside vehicle. Side airbags at risk as over flooding runs down pillars along side wiring. Reproduced: This has occurred twice, in my 2013 & 2017 Lincoln MKZ. No documentation is listed in either manual for maintenance around drains or possible flooding risk. Symptoms: Shorted electrical components for audio systems, check engine light, putrid foul odor lingering in vehicle, soaked rear carpet in trunk (closest to back seat) headliner show signs of water damage near curtain airbags. Notice to Auto Manufacturer: I alerted Ford Motor Company the first time in my 2013 MKZ on several different occasions, after the vehicle was in repair 3x over $5k in damages, due to faulty connection of drains. 2017 MKZ, as of January 2023 has a flooded trunk, malfunctioning electrical systems, mold/mildew build up, with estimated repairs of $5k+. Advised that nowhere in the maintenance section is this listed considering the magnitude of damage this can result in from poor care and design.

Filed Feb 13, 2022 · Electrical, Fuel system · NJ

After a year with the purchasing dealer we are still having on-going electrical issues with the vehicle. Apple Sync, voice control. Still have issues with rims pitting after only less than 10,000 miles on the vehicle. Bolt rusting on under carriage. Film on back window. Lincoln Corporate has been following this case for a year now and my rep is Mr. Dehane Davis. This file is still open at Lincoln Corporate.

Filed Nov 16, 2021 · Electrical · WI

Navigation fails to locate correct GPS location rendering all navigation functions useless. APIM module replaced once under warranty, now 1 year later the issue has returned.

Filed Oct 21, 2019 · Electrical · 51,000 miles · MI

I went to start my vehicle no power at all.. Weird nothing ever happened like that before. So I get aaa to give me a boost. I get to my destination. Go to get back in my car and leave. Car dead no power at all. Get towed to the dealer. Battery check was good. They couldn't find out the problem. Then the car would get jump started but wouldn't turn off when you press the button only the auxiliary things would power off. The dealer is telling me it's water damage but how? It's garage kept..

Filed Jul 10, 2017 · Electrical, Lights · PA

2017 lincoln mkz. Consumer writes in regards to computer touch screen malfunction, headlights control switch problems. *ld the consumer stated within the first month of purchasing the vehicle the touch screen would shut down and reboot itself while driving. The switch that controls the headlights was also faulty. Updated 07/10/2017

Questions about the 2017 Lincoln MKZ electrical

Does the 2017 Lincoln MKZ have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the electrical of the 2017 Lincoln MKZ, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2017 Lincoln MKZ electrical problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Lincoln MKZ electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Lincoln MKZ have the most electrical problems?

The Lincoln MKZ model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (17 complaints), 2014 (17 complaints) and 2015 (16 complaints).

Other 2017 Lincoln MKZ problems

Engine 85Transmission 24Brakes 16Fuel system 9Steering 6Acceleration 5Airbags 4Lights 4Wheels 4Body 2Driver assistance 1Locks 1Seat belts 1Seats 1Suspension 1Visibility 1

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