lincoln mkz 2007 Complaints

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl*- the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz, and was concerned because the vehicle failed two frontal offset test that were conducted by the insurance institution of highway safety. the contact feared that this could be a safety issue. the current mileage was 1,000.*ak the consumer has provided a copy of insurance institute for highway safety test and ask that the car be brought up to certain specifications pertaining to the report. update *4/17tr

Reported in: GREAT NECK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26TX7R

SEAT BELTS

1. driving on two line road. to avoid head on collision had to deter off road and hit huge tree at 30 mph 2. seatbelt did not restraint nor did airbags deploy. consequences are ptss, chest and neck trauma, extreme anxiety 3. car is still under repair. ford motor refuses to check reasons for equipment fault and negligence.

Reported in: MERRIMAC MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3LNHM26TX7R

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

1. driving on two line road. to avoid head on collision had to deter off road and hit huge tree at 30 mph 2. seatbelt did not restraint nor did airbags deploy. consequences are ptss, chest and neck trauma, extreme anxiety 3. car is still under repair. ford motor refuses to check reasons for equipment fault and negligence.

Reported in: MERRIMAC MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3LNHM26TX7R

TIRES

i own a 2007 lincoln mkz with michelin energy mxv4 tires dot number b90a nnhx 0207 which are original equipment on the vehicle. during normal operation in the last 6 months i have experienced valve stem failures on 3 of the 4 original tires leading to a severe air leak and in two instances damage to the sidewall of the tire. in each case the damage was repaired by replacing the tire and/or valve stem at a lincoln dealership. the dealer, ford motor company, and michelin refuse to acknowledge that there is a problem.

Reported in: WILLIAMSBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T37R

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

tl*the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. while driving 30 mph, the accelerator pedal became depressed when the contact was depressing the brake pedal. the failure has occurred on six occasions. the vehicle rolled over and crashed in a field. the weather was not a factor. the contact was cut out of the vehicle and sustained minor injuries. he was hospitalized for observation. there were no other vehicles involved. the vehicle was destroyed. the dealer did not diagnose the failure prior to the crash. the contact has a photo of the crash from the local newspaper. the approximate failure and current mileages were 5,000. updated 11-25-08 *bf updated 11/26/08. *jb

Reported in: PEVELY MO || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3LNHM28T37R

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

airbag system warning light illuminates intermittently. serviced by the dealer four times. replaced the crash shock sensor. has not fixed the problem. unsure if airbag system is functioning.

Reported in: WILLIAMSBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T37R

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2007 lincoln mkz w/ 40k miles well-maintained. on four separate occasions approx 3 months apart, when engine still somewhat cool and within 5 miles of start-up, vehicle is stopped in drive with foot-brake applied. engine suddenly revs and car begins to accelerate, despite application of hard brake pressure. to avoid collision, driver must shift to neutral or park and turn off engine. still under warranty. dealer (1) downloaded and applied computerized updates, (2) changed battery, (3) reviewed all online and ford moco bulletins but found nothing relevant. problem is very serious but occurs only intermittently & dealer cannot duplicate. driver has contacted ford/lincoln in detroit and opened a case file to research & track problem. most recent occurrence on feb 28, 2010, at 3:00 pm. car taken to dealership on 03/01. dealer will have regional ford engineer examine vehicle.

Reported in: VALENCIA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T87R

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2007 lincoln mkz w/ 40k miles well-maintained. on four separate occasions approx 3 months apart, when engine still somewhat cool and within 5 miles of start-up, vehicle is stopped in drive with foot-brake applied. engine suddenly revs and car begins to accelerate, despite application of hard brake pressure. to avoid collision, driver must shift to neutral or park and turn off engine. still under warranty. dealer (1) downloaded and applied computerized updates, (2) changed battery, (3) reviewed all online and ford moco bulletins but found nothing relevant. problem is very serious but occurs only intermittently & dealer cannot duplicate. driver has contacted ford/lincoln in detroit and opened a case file to research & track problem. most recent occurrence on feb 28, 2010, at 3:00 pm. car taken to dealership on 03/01. dealer will have regional ford engineer examine vehicle.

Reported in: VALENCIA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T87R

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

tl*the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the owner's manual indicated that the tire size specification was p215/65/r15 however, when the manufacturer was notified they informed the cotnact that the required tire size for the model year vehicle was p225/54/vr17. the manufacturer installed the proper tire size on the vehicle. the failure mileage was approximately 37,000.

Reported in: STUTTGART AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T27R

SUSPENSION:FRONT

rubbing noise experienced when turning the steering wheel, especially when cold (below 32 f). also rubbing squeaking noise from front left suspension, possibly the strut. experience the noise when turning or when encountering small bumps on the road. 2007 lincoln mkz.

Reported in: JEANNETTE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T67R

WHEELS

lincoln mk7 2007. car has consistant slow tire leaks due to poor wheel and rim quality. this is evidenced by the large amounts of chrome that has flaked off the wheels. both ford and the dealerhsip refuse to do any thing to correct.

Reported in: FARMINGTON HILLS MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T17R

WHEELS

tl*the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the chrome on the wheel was corroding. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop who pointed out the corrosion on the wheel that was causing the tires to go flat. the manufacturer was contacted but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not covered under the warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 45,000.

Reported in: GOSHEN IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T07R

WHEELS

i own a 2007 lincoln mkz. the wheels on the vehicle are totally delaminating and corroding. it has gotten so bad the rims will not hold the tires. we have had one tire go flat because it lost its seal and the other tire came completely off the rim at 65 mph.

Reported in: MT HOLLY VT || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T27R

WHEELS

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the factory rims were corroding and causing the tires to loose air pressure in colder temperatures. the manufacturer advised the contact that the rims were not covered under warranty and provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 48,000 and the current mileage was 75,000. updated 02/22/12

Reported in: LEMARS IA || Crash: N || VIN #: DLYFK66V9DD

WHEELS:RIM

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the factory rims were corroding and causing the tires to loose air pressure in colder temperatures. the manufacturer advised the contact that the rims were not covered under warranty and provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 48,000 and the current mileage was 75,000. updated 02/22/12

Reported in: LEMARS IA || Crash: N || VIN #: DLYFK66V9DD

POWER TRAIN

the lincoln was taken to a ford dealer for a whinning noise and smell of natural gas when car is cold. dealer indicated it was noise from scored rotors. on january 18,2012 sound grew worse and sounded like parts were grinding. took to a dealer and the dealer indicated the transfer case was failing, parts were disentegrating in case (called it a plu). the recommendation was not to drive because dangerous if fails and could also require new transmission. *tt

Reported in: CULPEPER VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T07R

WHEELS

while leaving work for the day i noticed i had a flat tire. i've had several since purchasing this vehicle in january 2010. i spent $800.00 purchasing new tires and i have gotten several flat tires after this.i was told by the place who sold me the tires that my rims were corroded and that this was common with this make and model. i've gotten 2 flat tires since and i've spent $200.00 more dollars replacing tires. i have spent a total of $1000.00 on tires because of this problem. i took my car to the lincoln dealer who told me that i could spend $1,500 on a new set of rims which is ludicrous. ford/lincoln should replace all rims for free as a goodwill considering they know that this is a problem. i even had them shaved down and cleaned and my tires are still loosing air pressure as of today.

Reported in: BUFFALO NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T27R

WHEELS

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the air pressure in the tires was extremely low and she would have to constantly add air to the tires. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised her that the chrome hub caps were pinching the tires, causing air to seep out. the vehicle was repaired by replacing all four tires. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 39,000. the current mileage was approximately 40,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: FORT MILL SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while closing the windows, they were scratched by an element inside the door panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection who stated that the window tray needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 62,143.

Reported in: PITTSFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T67R

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

this vehicle was involved in a head on collision with 1997 mercury grand marquis. both vehicles were traveling approximately 60 mph. the engine compartment of the lincoln started on fire. the fire quickly spread to the passenger compartment. the intensity and rapid spread of the fire indicate gasoline from the fuel tank was not contained.

Reported in: KILGORE TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3LNHM26T37R

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the engine failed to operate once the ignition was started. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the battery was replaced. the failure recurred three times with the replacement of the battery each time. in addition, the front driver's side inferior power door lock failed to unlock. the contact had to exit the vehicle from the front passenger's side door. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the failure mileage was unavailable. updated 08/06/13*lj

Reported in: SHREVEPORT LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T07R

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the engine failed to operate once the ignition was started. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the battery was replaced. the failure recurred three times with the replacement of the battery each time. in addition, the front driver's side inferior power door lock failed to unlock. the contact had to exit the vehicle from the front passenger's side door. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the failure mileage was unavailable. updated 08/06/13*lj

Reported in: SHREVEPORT LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T07R

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the engine failed to operate once the ignition was started. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the battery was replaced. the failure recurred three times with the replacement of the battery each time. in addition, the front driver's side inferior power door lock failed to unlock. the contact had to exit the vehicle from the front passenger's side door. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the failure mileage was unavailable. updated 08/06/13*lj

Reported in: SHREVEPORT LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T07R

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the engine failed to operate once the ignition was started. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the battery was replaced. the failure recurred three times with the replacement of the battery each time. in addition, the front driver's side inferior power door lock failed to unlock. the contact had to exit the vehicle from the front passenger's side door. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the failure mileage was unavailable. updated 08/06/13*lj

Reported in: SHREVEPORT LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T07R

SUSPENSION

the vehicle start experiencing a roar coming from the front end. took vehicle to dealer who advised that tires were our of balance and also needed an alignment. the alignment was done and wheels balanced. did not solve problem. took back to dealer who stated would need a new set of tires to correct situation. advised dealer that tires were only 13 months old that i would take to tire store where tires were purchased. tire dealer agreed to adjust tires and put a new set of four tires and balanced again. noise still existed and started to get worse. went back to auto dealer and explained new tires were put on. dealer decided to pull front wheel assemblies to investigate further for problem. both front wheels were found to have broken bearing seals and bearings were corroded, one roller bearing was missing as well. new bearings installed and problem solved. first vehicle owned that has had bearing problems, particularly at 62,000 miles. owned vehicles in the past with over 200,000 miles and never had to have bearings replaced. *jb

Reported in: LOUISVILLE KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T77R

WHEELS

the vehicle start experiencing a roar coming from the front end. took vehicle to dealer who advised that tires were our of balance and also needed an alignment. the alignment was done and wheels balanced. did not solve problem. took back to dealer who stated would need a new set of tires to correct situation. advised dealer that tires were only 13 months old that i would take to tire store where tires were purchased. tire dealer agreed to adjust tires and put a new set of four tires and balanced again. noise still existed and started to get worse. went back to auto dealer and explained new tires were put on. dealer decided to pull front wheel assemblies to investigate further for problem. both front wheels were found to have broken bearing seals and bearings were corroded, one roller bearing was missing as well. new bearings installed and problem solved. first vehicle owned that has had bearing problems, particularly at 62,000 miles. owned vehicles in the past with over 200,000 miles and never had to have bearings replaced. *jb

Reported in: LOUISVILLE KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T77R

WHEELS

vehicle was purchased used from a 3rd party in march 2010 with 46,000 miles and was under factory warranty. we discovered the wheels had chrome flaking badly soon after purchase, and rob sight lincoln mercury (now dba rob sight ford) only agreed to replace two of the wheels under warranty claiming it was a cosmetic issue. since the car had been purchased through another dealer, rob sight was hesitant to honor the warranty even on the two wheels they did replace. subsequently, we have experienced at least10 flat tires on the remaining wheels, even after replacing all four tires. clearly the original flaking issue is far more than cosmetic, it's a safety issue. at a cost of nearly $1,000 each to replace wheels, that has not been considered an acceptable alternative. we had the wheels rebuilt at a car wheel specialist in merriam, ks (hubcap & wheel) and while the bead seal failures improved for a period of time, additional corrosion has rendered the wheels inoperable. the car has less than 80,000 miles and the temptation is to sell it to someone else, with the hope that subsequent tire failures do not result in a fatality. there can be little doubt that most other 2007 mkz owners unfortunate enough to own this vehicle, and having received the same treatment from ford/lincoln that we have, are tempted to do the same thing.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T47R

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my ignition coil imploded. i replaced 6 plugs and one coil, but as they were getting installed the mechanic showed me that the computer in my car was not giving a reading to the new coil, i took the car to the dealer and they confirmed that i need a new computer (pcm) the car shakes under 50 mph, stop lights, etc...the dealer told me that it was a glitch on my model car but they won't fix it unless i pay $1600 to get it done.

Reported in: COLLEGE PARK GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T37R

WHEELS:RIM

tl* the contact stated that the vent in the dashboard buckled and the dealer stated that they were unable to repair. the dealer informed the contact that she will have to replace the entire dash board. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the contact stated that she took her vehicle into the lincoln dealerships yesterday and they took pictures and stated that they were going to send then to the manufacturer. the approximate mileage at the time of failure was 120,000. .... updated 08/05/14 *bf the consumer stated the all four tire rims peeled and had to be replaced. the right and left door panel cracked. updated 08/19/2014 *js

Reported in: GLADYS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26TX7R

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact stated that the vent in the dashboard buckled and the dealer stated that they were unable to repair. the dealer informed the contact that she will have to replace the entire dash board. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the contact stated that she took her vehicle into the lincoln dealerships yesterday and they took pictures and stated that they were going to send then to the manufacturer. the approximate mileage at the time of failure was 120,000. .... updated 08/05/14 *bf the consumer stated the all four tire rims peeled and had to be replaced. the right and left door panel cracked. updated 08/19/2014 *js

Reported in: GLADYS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26TX7R

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

tl* the contact stated that the vent in the dashboard buckled and the dealer stated that they were unable to repair. the dealer informed the contact that she will have to replace the entire dash board. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the contact stated that she took her vehicle into the lincoln dealerships yesterday and they took pictures and stated that they were going to send then to the manufacturer. the approximate mileage at the time of failure was 120,000. .... updated 08/05/14 *bf the consumer stated the all four tire rims peeled and had to be replaced. the right and left door panel cracked. updated 08/19/2014 *js

Reported in: GLADYS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26TX7R

ENGINE

approximately 1 month ago (in may, 2014), while in the parked position and in a parking space, no foot on brake or accelerator, my 2007 lincoln mkz (61,000 miles) engine suddenly revved up and began to thrust forward. i immediately hit my brake hard, which stopped the car prior to hitting the curb or other obstacles; however, had it not been for my quick reflex, i shudder to think what might have happened! there was a curb, a trash can, and a building directly in front of me, and had i not been able to stop the car, there's no doubt i would have plowed straight thru all! i researched the problem online, but found no recalls except on floor mats that get stuck. i don't have the factory installed floor mats in my car and doubt that this is my problem. i did find a few similar complaints about the racing, surging, accelerating engine issues occurring with this make & model. i printed out these complaints and took to my local ford dealership. they researched it as well and found no recalls and of course they offered to check out the car, inquiring about my extended warranty, if any. i've since had a few incidences of minor unprovoked engine racing while driving that didn't appear to be too critical; however, i have this situation on my mind while driving and the thoughts are unsettling! i don't know what to do at this point as i don't have money for expensive repairs! are there any updates about recalls, etc. concerning this situation as my life as well as the lives of others are on the line! ---cj, ecnc

Reported in: ELIZABETH CITY NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T57R

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

approximately 1 month ago (in may, 2014), while in the parked position and in a parking space, no foot on brake or accelerator, my 2007 lincoln mkz (61,000 miles) engine suddenly revved up and began to thrust forward. i immediately hit my brake hard, which stopped the car prior to hitting the curb or other obstacles; however, had it not been for my quick reflex, i shudder to think what might have happened! there was a curb, a trash can, and a building directly in front of me, and had i not been able to stop the car, there's no doubt i would have plowed straight thru all! i researched the problem online, but found no recalls except on floor mats that get stuck. i don't have the factory installed floor mats in my car and doubt that this is my problem. i did find a few similar complaints about the racing, surging, accelerating engine issues occurring with this make & model. i printed out these complaints and took to my local ford dealership. they researched it as well and found no recalls and of course they offered to check out the car, inquiring about my extended warranty, if any. i've since had a few incidences of minor unprovoked engine racing while driving that didn't appear to be too critical; however, i have this situation on my mind while driving and the thoughts are unsettling! i don't know what to do at this point as i don't have money for expensive repairs! are there any updates about recalls, etc. concerning this situation as my life as well as the lives of others are on the line! ---cj, ecnc

Reported in: ELIZABETH CITY NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM28T57R

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

tl* the contact owns a 2007 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the key was extremely difficult to remove from the ignition. the contact stated that after numerous attempts on some occasions, the key could be removed from the ignition. in addition, the contact stated that the vehicle unintended accelerated while attempting to remove the key from the ignition. the contact mentioned that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign id number: 14e028000 (equipment). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 42,000.

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T57R

POWER TRAIN

when you are slowing down from a speed of 30 or over you can feel the transmission kick. when you are stopping from regular road speeds and or highway speeds the transmission feels like it is kicking. best way to describe it is you stop and then you feel a bump. it is not normal. feels almost like a very hard down shift only by that point you are already stopped

Reported in: WOLFE CITY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3LNHM26T77R