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2007 Lincoln MKZ Electrical system Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
3%of 259 total for the year
Median mileage
63,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the electrical system of the 2007 Lincoln MKZ, 3% of the 259 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Car will not start because of electrical computer and when it does start the car stalls when out on the road or highway putting my family or myself at risk of injury or death. I called Lincoln hotline and they refused to pay for the repair after it had already been to a dealership for diagnostic they couldn't figure out what was wrong and said it was fine then went to pick car up and it wouldn't start. When home to get spare key still same problem. …”

NHTSA complaint #11206533, filed 2019-05, 89,400 miles

“After receiving a letter in the mail regarding my airbag recall, I brought my vehicle into warren ford to have the airbags recall resolved. When I picked up my car there was now an airbag light on, on the dash. Prior to having any work done there were no dash lights on. Warren ford informed us upon request that there is nothing they are willing to do. This is an issue because prior to the work being done I had no issues and now there is a light on showing me that there is some type of safety concern now. …”

NHTSA complaint #11301640, filed 2020-01, 175,000 miles

“My ignition coil imploded. I replaced 6 plugs and one coil, but as they were getting installed the mechanic showed me that the computer in my car was not giving a reading to the new coil, I took the car to the dealer and they confirmed that I need a new computer (PCM) the car shakes under 50 MPH, stop lights, etc...the dealer told me that it was a glitch on my model car but they won't fix it unless I pay $1600 to get it done.”

NHTSA complaint #10595831, filed 2014-06, 84,000 miles

“2007 Lincoln MKZ w/ 40k miles well-maintained. On four separate occasions approx 3 months apart, when engine still somewhat cool and within 5 miles of start-up, vehicle is stopped in drive with foot-brake applied. Engine suddenly revs and car begins to accelerate, despite application of hard brake pressure. To avoid collision, driver must shift to neutral or park and turn off engine. Still under warranty. Dealer (1) downloaded and applied computerized updates, (2) changed battery, (3) reviewed all online and ford moco bulletins but found nothing relevant. …”

NHTSA complaint #10315804, filed 2010-03, 15,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2007 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that the engine failed to operate once the ignition was started. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the battery was replaced. The failure recurred three times with the replacement of the battery each time. In addition, the front driver's side inferior power door lock failed to unlock. The contact had to exit the vehicle from the front passenger's side door. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The failure mileage was unavailable. Updated 08/06/13”

NHTSA complaint #10521475, filed 2013-06, 38,000 miles

Related service bulletins

Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2019314%
201826%
2017107%
20161117%
20151619%
20141718%
20131716%
201296%
201186%
2010106%
200933%
200883%
200773%

Other parts of the 2007 Lincoln MKZ

Air bags
184 complaints
Brakes
42 complaints
Wheels
18 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
7 complaints
Engine
6 complaints
Other or unknown
6 complaints
Body and structure
5 complaints
Fuel system
4 complaints
Seats
4 complaints
Seat belts
3 complaints
Tires
3 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2007 Lincoln MKZ

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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