2014 Lincoln MKZ Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 5%of 97 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 89,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the wheels of the 2014 Lincoln MKZ, 5% of the 97 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 89,000 miles.
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.
“I inform Lincoln motor company on my Lincoln has been recalled, which is happening right now to a record number of americans, but it's even worse when you know that your car has been recalled and can't get the manufacturer to service it at a dealership. When you're told that there are no parts or no technicians to fix your car, what do you do? I was told it's not that bad and didn't need to be replacing right now. …”
NHTSA complaint #11267180, filed 2019-10“The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while her husband was inspecting the vehicle, he was unable to remove the lug nuts. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a tire center, where they cut the lug nuts off. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was concerned that in the event of a blowout, the tire would not be able to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11619904, filed 2024-10, 100,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while having the front passenger’s side tire changed due to a flat, the lug nuts were difficult to remove. The contact stated that extra effort and energy was needed to remove the lug nuts to replace the tire. The dealer was contacted and stated that the failure was a known issue. The contact was informed that there was no recall on the VIN for the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 78,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11512253, filed 2023-03, 78,000 miles“Unknown. I purchased the car like this from a car dealership. When turning the tires are rubbing against something that makes the car start shaking every time it turns. The seat started going sideways and won’t move anymore The tires make an ugly noise when you press on the brakes”
NHTSA complaint #11485116, filed 2022-09“2014 Lincoln MKZ. Consumer writes in regards to wheel lug nuts on vehicle being hazardous on the road. The consumer stated the lug nuts become over heated. Due to this failure, the issued lug wrench was unable to slip over the heated lug nuts.”
NHTSA complaint #11243659, filed 2019-08Wheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 | 4 | 3% |
| 2016 | 3 | 5% |
| 2015 | 2 | 2% |
| 2014 | 5 | 5% |
| 2013 | 7 | 6% |
| 2012 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2009 | 5 | 4% |
| 2008 | 32 | 11% |
| 2007 | 18 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2014 Lincoln MKZ
25 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 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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