2013 Lincoln MKZ Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 7%of 109 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the fuel system of the 2013 Lincoln MKZ, 7% of the 109 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,900 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire the check engine and the fuel firing inlet warning lights illuminated. While driving the car two different times the system completely shut down causing me to pull over in the middle of driving. While car is idle system shuts down. A number of times”
NHTSA complaint #11180830, filed 2019-02, 93,000 miles“While stationary after turning on the vehicle there is a hard shift in gears from park to drive. While vehicle is in motion on the city street there is a hard shift around 35 MPH to 55 MPH. While driving on the city street after 5 miles the vehicle start sputtering and not shifting gears properly then there isn't any acceleration from a traffic light stop and go. And then it picks back up and drive high RPM sound. Or high rev sounds. In addition the gas cap unit is faulty I replaced it before and now it appears it has to be replaced again because it won't close properly. …”
NHTSA complaint #11307404, filed 2020-02, 186,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving, the check engine and the fuel firing inlet warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v227000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was 50,800.”
NHTSA complaint #10971820, filed 2017-04, 50,800 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The contact attempted to have the vehicle remedied under NHTSA campaign number: 13v227000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the parts were not available to complete the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 3000.”
NHTSA complaint #10542314, filed 2013-09, 3,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, he saw smoke entering through the vents. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact continued driving the vehicle to a near friend's residence. The contact stated when he open the hood he saw the fire was located on the engine. The contact was able to extinguish the fire with water nearby. The contact stated no one was injured nor sought medical attention. The vehicle was not drivable. The fire department did come to the location of the vehicle but a fire report was not filed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11495511, filed 2022-11, 136,000 milesRelated recalls
- 13V227000May 31, 2013Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model…Covers: Lincoln MKZ 2013, Ford Explorer 2013, Lincoln MKS 2013 +6 more
Related service bulletins
- 10173001Mar 30, 2020In the affected vehicles, it may be possible that certain driving maneuvers can result in an overheated catalytic converter, catalyst degradation, and an illuminated malfunction…
- 10169940Dec 11, 2019Some 2013-2015 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC with a 1.6L GTDI, 1.5L GTDI, or 2.0L GTDI may exhibit a lack of power, loss of power, or stall when placed in gear with DTCs P00C6, P0087…
- 10205010Mar 17, 20162.0L Ecoboost - Fuel odor
- 10204987Feb 5, 201649 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - March 2016 Air bag warning light illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B141B and/or B141C
- 10204986Feb 5, 201649 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - January 2016
- 10056931Jul 31, 2014Lincoln/ford: when doing maneuvers in parking lot, stopping, or idling, a noise like tapping, gurgle, or percolating can be heard coming from fuel tank area. Model 2013-14…
- 10053064Jun 4, 2013Lincoln/ford: on some vehicles, the fuel tank accepts only 38 to 45 liters (10 to 12 gallons) of fuel, with fuel gauge showing empty, and/or distance to empty 56 kilometers (35…
- 10053045Jun 3, 2013Ford/lincoln: some vehicles, when starting to add fuel, the fuel filler nozzle would shut off before 3.8l (1 gallon) has been added. Models 2013 fusion, mkz.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 5% |
| 2018 | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 | 9 | 6% |
| 2016 | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 | 3 | 4% |
| 2014 | 10 | 10% |
| 2013 | 8 | 7% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 | 2 | 1% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 1 | 0% |
| 2007 | 4 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2013 Lincoln MKZ
17 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsSeat belts
12 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
8 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology