Is the 2016 LINCOLN MKZ safe to drive?

The 2016 LINCOLN MKZ has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 23V775000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

What Happened

Your vehicle may have a faulty door latch that can make it hard to close your doors or even open them while driving. This is due to a component inside the latch breaking.

Risk if Unfixed

If your doors open unexpectedly while driving, it could increase the risk of a crash or injury.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Ford will inspect your door latch and replace it for free if necessary. They'll also do this at no cost to you, just schedule an appointment with the dealership.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #23V775000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 23V775000

What This Recall Means

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?