2017 Lincoln MKZ Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 11%of 141 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the brakes of the 2017 Lincoln MKZ, 11% of the 141 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On Jan. 10, 2025 all the brake fluid leaked out of my MKZ. Fortunately, this occurred a few miles from my home and was able to get the car into the drive. I was first alerted of the problem by the low brake fluid message on the dash panel and virtually no braking power. On 1/13/25 I had the car towed to a local Ford Dealer and was informed that the brake lines to both rear wheels were indeed severely rusted thru and had to be replaced. (Approx. 117K mi) (The front hoses were also replaced as per a recall notice on 9/26/23.)”
NHTSA complaint #11636641, filed 2025-01, 117,000 miles“Collision mitigating braking does not engage the brakes. When a truck suddenly cut me off, the audible and visual warning indicate object in the wat but no braking occurs. Brake pedal does not pump up (as it does when the radar cruise control slows the car). Can reproduce by following turning vehicle too closely.”
NHTSA complaint #11360197, filed 2020-09, 28,000 miles“1-car stalled and died turning from parking lot onto street. Barely avoiding collision. 1/6/2018. Defect in fuel delivery. Still in shop. 2- odd noise and smell while backing up due to cracks in brake pad . 1/17/17 replaced 01/17/17 ( have repair invoice, not sure how to upload)”
NHTSA complaint #11061424, filed 2018-01, 3,000 miles“While driving, my brakes failed. I was at a low rate of speed and was able to stop if pressing pedal all the way to floor. There was no warning prior to incident. When i was able to put car in park i got a brake fluid low warning. After inspection, brake line burst and brake fluid was visible on front passenger wheel and car.”
NHTSA complaint #11510318, filed 2023-03“On Tuesday, March 1 2022, as I was attempting to stop at a stop sign, I noticed loss of pressure on the brake pedal. As I accelerated and applied my brakes again there was no pressure feedback on the brake pedal and my vehicle took a prolonged time and distance to stop. After a few minutes, a warning message appeared on the dashboard to let me know of low brake fluid. After I got the vehicle home, I noticed a lot of brake fluid in the driver's front wheel well. Upon further inspection, a rupture in the line at the metal crimping was evident. …”
NHTSA complaint #11483739, filed 2022-09Related recalls
- 23V162000Mar 10, 2023Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.Covers: Lincoln MKZ 2013–2018, Ford Fusion 2013–2018
Related service bulletins
- 10228876Dec 16, 2022Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the…
- 10222788Oct 6, 2022Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the…
- 10225540Oct 5, 2022Certain 2015-2019 Model Year Edge and Lincoln MKX Vehicles and 2013-2018 Model Year Fusion and Lincoln MKZ Vehicles Front Brake Flexible Hose Replacement REASON FOR THIS…
- 10222518Sep 30, 2022Certain 2015-2018 Model Year Edge and Lincoln MKX Vehicles and 2013-2018 Model Year Fusion and Lincoln MKZ Vehicles Front Brake Flexible Hose Replacement Submitting Owner Letters
- 10218898Aug 24, 2022Certain 2015-2018 Model Year Edge and Lincoln MKX Vehicles and 2013-2018 Model Year Fusion and Lincoln MKZ Vehicles Front Brake Flexible Hose Replacement In some of the affected…
- 10201034Aug 25, 2021Some 2013-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and…
- 10119682Sep 26, 2017Some 2017 Fusion Energi Plug-In Hybrid and MKZ Hybrid vehicles built on or before 20-Apr-2017 may exhibit a brake moan noise from the rear when backing up on the first…
- 10119668Sep 12, 2017Some 2017 Fusion Energi Plug-In Hybrid and MKZ Hybrid vehicles built on or before 20-Apr-2017 may exhibit a brake moan noise from the rear when backing up on the first…
- 10119667Sep 12, 2017Some 2017 Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.7L and MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 3.0L Ecoboost vehicles may exhibit a brake moan noise from the rear when backing up on the…
- 10095821Feb 17, 2017Some 2017 mkz and fusion energi vehicles may exhibit a rear brake moan noise during first application typically in the morning after the vehicle has sat overnight. Engineering is…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 | 16 | 11% |
| 2016 | 14 | 22% |
| 2015 | 16 | 19% |
| 2014 | 9 | 9% |
| 2013 | 8 | 7% |
| 2012 | 20 | 14% |
| 2011 | 20 | 14% |
| 2010 | 39 | 23% |
| 2009 | 25 | 22% |
| 2008 | 73 | 26% |
| 2007 | 42 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2017 Lincoln MKZ
76 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
24 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 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