Lincoln MKZ steering lock-up problems

Filed Nov 4, 2026 · Steering · 206,000 miles · WI

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 MPH in reverse, the steering wheel seized due to a loss of electric power steering assist. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where diagnostic testing determined that the steering rack and pinion assembly failed and required replacement. The dealer was contacted by the independent mechanic and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in an active recall. The vehicle was repaired by the independent mechanic. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under a steering recall approximately two years prior at 198,000 miles. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under an open recall. The failure mileage was approximately 206,000.

Filed Jan 3, 2026 · Steering · NY

Steering wheel lock up

Filed Jul 19, 2025 · Steering · LA

When I stop at a stop sign & then turn right, my steering wheel locks up. It does clear up after trying to turn it but I’m stuck in traffic & cannot move because the steering is locked. This happened twice in 4 days. Brought car to dealership & they never heard of this.

Filed Apr 11, 2022 · Steering · 63,491 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while her fiancé was making a left turn, the “Service Power Steering Now” warning light was illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was not drivable but was close to her residence. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V632000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,491.

Filed Oct 11, 2021 · Steering · NC

The steering wheel locked up while I was driving. A message on the screen said power steering assist fault. I could not turn left or right and the brake was very difficult to press

Filed Jul 29, 2021 · 21,000 miles · MA · crash · 1 injury

The contact owned a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while exiting her employer's parking lot when the vehicle began to accelerate independently and she started to smell a burning smell. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated she was depressing the brake pedal to the floor and pressed the Park button but the vehicle continued to accelerate and move forward. The contact also stated the steering wheel seized when she crashed into a wooden guard rail, a metal fence, and a chain-link fence. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained injuries on the middle of the sternum and her right breast was bruised from the seat belt. The contact did seek medical attention for her swollen feet from depressing the brake pedal forcefully. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not drivable. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. The vehicle was towed to a towing lot. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 21,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Apr 29, 2021 · Engine · 136,000 miles · SC

While driving around 40 MPH a ding and then red triangle appeared with message to safely stop, felt as if engine completely shut down with no other warning. I have already had one air bag replaced and now have been informed the driver side needs to also be replaced so this is not a good time for car engine to shut off in middle of driving. Thankfully not on interstate. This is not the first time something similar happened with brakes and power steering locking a few months prior to this. I can't get appointment at dealer until mid may but was told there were no problems like this reported. I do see on a complaint website where it has been reported by quite a few people so it would seem to be a problem. I would say if you were on interstate this could be cause of a deadly crash and then to have the airbag recall on top of this. I am at least hoping they will have an answer to fix as I'm scheduled for a road trip in july, but I would never drive this car and feel secure with this issue not being resolved. This for sure should comply for a recall.

Filed Jun 8, 2018 · Steering · 72,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. Upon starting the vehicle, the steering fault warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was then shifted into drive and the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced per the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v340000 (steering) at cherry ford (363 harlem ave, peotone, il), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle as the symptoms recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. The contact was informed that the recall repair corrected the failure. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000. *tt updated 9/24/18

Filed Jun 24, 2015 · Steering · 29,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkz. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning and excessive force was required. As a result of the failure, the vehicle drove onto a curb and fractured the rims and tires. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not diagnose the failure. The tires were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000.

Filed Aug 27, 2012 · Steering · 4,700 miles · IL

I was driving at about 15 MPH all of a sudden power steering froze. Warning light "service advancetrac" and "power steering failure came on. I turned car off and on and steering was back to normal. Two days later the same thing happened right after starting the car. This situation is very dangerous, as the car was almost impossible to control. Car is at dealer now, they say part has a backlog of over 1700 units. Could take months for repair.