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2013 Lincoln MKZ recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component13
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Power train | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
Safety recalls13
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Mar 10, 202323V162000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsA brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V162000
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| Jun 8, 202020V331000 | Latches/locks/linkages: doors latchA door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V331000
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| Apr 24, 202020E025000 | Exterior lighting: headlightsThe incorrect headlamps may reduce the driver's visibility or make the vehicle less visible, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20E025000
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| Aug 29, 201919V632000 | Steering: electric power assist systemIf the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort,… DetailsHide details for campaign 19V632000
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| Mar 27, 201717V210000 | Latches/locks/linkages: doors latchA door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V210000
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| Dec 5, 201616V875000 | Seat belts: frontIf the driver or front passenger seatbelt cables cannot properly restrain the front seat occupants, they would be at an increased risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V875000
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Owner complaints by component121
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 19 | 16 |
| Electrical system | 18 | 15 |
| Power train | 17 | 14 |
| Structure | 14 | 12 |
| Seat belts | 13 | 11 |
| Engine | 11 | 9 |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 8 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 10 | 8 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 7 |
| Wheels | 8 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 5 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 |
| Hydraulic | 4 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 3 | 2 |
14 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names MKZ, MKZ Hev.
Latest reports
- Air bags
“Component Failure & Inspection: Restraints Control Module (RCM) / physical airbags failed on a 2013 Lincoln MKZ.”
- Suspension
“Vehicle: Lincoln MKZ 2013 Dealer: Auto Quest Inc. Description of the Safety Issue: I am submitting this report regarding a vehicle safety concern involving a 2013 Lincoln MKZ that I purchased from Auto Quest Inc.”
- Steering
“I was slowing down to take a turn and I see an error message saying “power steering assist failure”. And steering went stiff..”
Other Lincoln MKZ model years
- 20174 recalls158 complaints
- 20166 recalls71 complaints
- 201510 recalls96 complaints
- 201413 recalls125 complaints
- 201312 recalls121 complaints
- 20125 recalls205 complaints
- 20115 recalls185 complaints
- 20107 recalls169 complaints
- 20096 recalls114 complaints
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2013 Lincoln MKZ recall questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Lincoln MKZ have?
NHTSA lists 13 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The most recent, 23V162000 (reported March 10, 2023), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2013 Lincoln MKZ recalls for?
The largest group is latches/locks/linkages, with 3 campaigns. Others: steering (2), service brakes, hydraulic (1), exterior lighting (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Lincoln MKZ?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 19 complaints out of 121 filed with NHTSA (16%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Lincoln MKZ?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Lincoln recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lincoln dealer.
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