2015 Lincoln Mks Problems
Shopping for a used 2015 Lincoln Mks? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 17 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Engine Problems the most reported area.
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This 2015 Lincoln Mks has 17 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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2015 Lincoln Mks Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2015 Lincoln Mks trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2015 Lincoln Mks Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2015 Lincoln MKS 4 DR AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
11.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
11.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2015 Lincoln Mks has 17 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Lincoln
- Model
- Mks
- Model year
- 2015
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 17
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 26
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2015 Lincoln Mks problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2015 Lincoln Mks?
The 2015 Lincoln Mks looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2015 Lincoln Mks
Inspection Focus
- Inspect engine for reported issues such as stalling or loss of power.
- Check electrical system for faults in infotainment, lighting, or battery.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, electrical, and transmission repairs.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect engine for reported issues such as stalling or loss of power.
- Check electrical system for faults in infotainment, lighting, or battery.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, electrical, and transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 17 NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Lincoln MKS, issues are concentrated in the engine and electrical systems. No crash-related complaints were reported, but the low complaint volume limits confidence in these patterns.
- Engine Problems account for the largest share of complaints (6 out of 17).
- Electrical Faults are the second most reported component (4 complaints).
- Transmission/Drivetrain issues were noted in 3 complaints.
- Engine Problems
- Electrical Faults
- Transmission / Drivetrain
Full breakdown
All 2015 Lincoln Mks complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Lincoln Mks. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2015 Lincoln Mks. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
LINCOLN IS CURRENTLY RECALLING 2015 CARS FOR REAR CAMERA FAILURES. MINE FAILED ON [XXX]. I AM [XXX] AND USE THE CAMERA FOR BACKING UP AND PARKING. MY MODEL IS NOT IN THE RECALL. I HAD THE REPAIRS DONE AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR $857.00! ON THE REPAIR ORDER IT STATES; "CUSTOMER STATES …
Water leaks from the drip rail moldings down into the side airbags which could cause a shortage and unintentional air bag deployment.
Backup camera fails to initialize in reverse causing a safety concern by not knowing what’s behind you.
In early 2024 the parking aids failed. Then the heater air conditioning buttons. Now the voice commands, Navigation and back up camera have failed. No accidents resulted , but this ia a large car and when shifting from reverse to drive screen remains blank.
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH or faster, the vehicle lost automotive power. During the failure the vehicle was coasted over to the side of the road and turned off for one minute before the vehicle restarted and continue…
The front sensor to bumper coming up to check ok at every time you start the vehicle. In-between 30mph to 50mph It hesitates and feels like it's jumping in and out, if you do a hard acceleration you don't feel it, not sure if it's through the fuel system for the transmission. Che…
Steering gear for power assistance failed while driving and the steering gear had to be replaced. Car became very difficult to steer. Luckily was not driving at speed and it happened in a parking lot. I live in a mountainous area with lots of curves. Could have easily resulte…
I have noticed a coolant leak that is the result of a faulty water pump design. To make it worse, the rocket scientists at Ford Motor Company buried the water pump internally in the engine. It is a very expensive repair on what should be a component bolted to the exterior of th…
The vehicle is exhausting leaked fluid through the vents inside cabin at 23,000 miles causing headaches and fatigue. The Power transfer unit does not allow for maintenance and has no drain plug. The unit seems to fail alot with Fords when looking online. It is dangerous for th…
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKS. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for routine servicing and was informed that the rear suspension toe links were loose and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact learned of a previous recall for the fail…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WAS READING 3/4 OF A TANK AFTER FILLING UP THE TANK. THE CONTACT STATED SHE NOTICED A FUEL LEAK INSIDE THE VEHICLE. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 1…
STEERING SHUT DOWN , COULD NOT MOVE STEERING WHEEL. HAD I NOT BEEN ON STRAT ROAD, GONG 70 MPH WOULD HAVE BEEN KILLED.THIS EXTREMALY BAD SITUATION. INTERSTATE90
I TOOK MY 2015 LINCOLN MKS TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP TO REPLACE A WATER PUMP. AFTER THEY INSPECTED MY VEHICLE, THEY DETERMINED THAT IT WAS INDEED A BAD WATER PUMP. THEY QUOTED THAT IT WOULD TAKE 15 HOURS FOR THE REPAIR AND COST $2,500. I HAD NO OTHER CHOICE BUT TO HAVE MY CAR REP…
AT TIMES, WHILE DRIVING, MY ENGINE WILL STALL AND SLOW DOWN REGARDLESS IF I'M STILL PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL. I GENERALLY SHUT THE ENGINE DOWN AND WAIT LIKE THIRTY SECONDS AND RESTART. IT IS USUALLY OK THEN UNTIL THE NEXT EPISODE. I INCLUDED THE LAST DATE IT HAPPENED. IT HAS BEEN D…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED LINCOLN OF CINCINNATI LOCATED AT (9620 MONTGOMERY RD, CINCINNATI, OH 45242) AND WAS GIVEN AN ESTIMATE FOR THE VEHICLE TO BE DIAGNO…
I HAVE A 2015 LINCOLN MKS PURCHASED IN MAY 2016. IT HAS A MALFUNCTIONING FCIM PANEL . WHEREBY THE HEATER WILL TURN ON ALL BY ITSELF AND GOES UP TO ITS HIGHEST TEMPS TIRE AND THEN STOP. IT HAS A TOUCH SCREEN TO TURN DOWN OR OFF TO ALLOW YOU TO RESET THE TEMPS. BUT IS NOW NOT WORKI…
MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. I HAVE TO STOP VEHICLE ON SIDELINE OPEN THE DOOR AND START IT AGAIN FOR IT TO START. I DIDN'T RAN INTO THIS ISSUE FOR FEW DAYS BUT IT OCCURRED AGAIN TODAY IN MORNING WHILE I WAS DRIVING. THE ISSUE GET RESOLVED WHEN I …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Lincoln Mks.
Safety recalls
2015 Lincoln Mks recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 Lincoln Mks. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
PARKING BRAKE
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
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Questions
2015 Lincoln Mks buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2015 Lincoln Mks reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 17 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2015 Lincoln Mks looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lincoln Mks?▾
#1: Engine Problems (6 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (4 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (3 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Lincoln Mks?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2015 Lincoln Mks?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2015 Lincoln Mks, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 17 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2015 Lincoln Mks have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2015 Lincoln Mks. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2015 Lincoln Mks?▾
The 2015 Lincoln Mks looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Lincoln Mks reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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