2011 Lincoln MKS steering problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2011 Lincoln MKS — 49% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Power Steering While driving yesterday, doing shopping and online order deliveries, the steering wheel started having slight resistance during turns. It became worse shortly after. As I attempted to…”
filed May 3, 2026
“The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was later restarted, and the traction control and power steering warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle then experienced a loss of power…”
filed Dec 10, 2025
“I was driving and I hear a beeping sound,and my steering just stopped working and made it difficult to control the vehicle in a curve.. Recall Details: 2011–2013 Power Steering Electric Assist Loss •In June 2015, Ford issued Recall #15S18 (NHTSA Campaign 15V340000) for a range of vehicles—including the 2011 Lincoln…”
filed Sep 10, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Affected vehicles have electric power steering assist systems that may shut down as a…Campaign 15V340000 · Jun 2, 2015
Steering problems in other MKS years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 MKS | 12 | 27% |
| 2013 MKS | 60 | 43% |
| 2010 MKS | 15 | 29% |
| 2009 MKS | 2 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Lincoln MKS
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.