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2018 LINCOLN MKZ

2 recalls Risk Grade: B- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #23V162000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The brake hoses in your Fusion or Lincoln MKZ are the flexible tubes that carry brake fluid to your front wheels. Over time, they can crack and leak brake fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake hoses rupture, you'll notice your brake pedal feels softer and takes longer to stop the car. This could make it harder to stop in time, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the brake hoses with new ones, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice and they'll take care of it for free.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Critical #18V167000 Plain English
Component

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The steering wheel retaining bolt in your Lincoln MKZ or Ford Fusion is the part that keeps your steering wheel securely attached. In certain 2014-2018 models, this bolt might come loose over time, allowing the steering wheel to come off.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering wheel detaches while you're driving, you could lose control of your vehicle, and that increases the risk of a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer one to prevent this from happening, and it will be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
STEERING
1 recall

Other LINCOLN MKZ Years

2020
1 recall
2019
1 recall
2017
4 recalls
2016
7 recalls
2015
11 recalls
2014
14 recalls
2013
13 recalls
2012
6 recalls
2011
7 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
5 recalls
2007
5 recalls
2006
4 recalls

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