2017 Lincoln MKZ power train problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2017 Lincoln MKZ — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the torque converter, flex plate, and transmission fluid pump were…”
filed Aug 4, 2026
“I am reporting a catastrophic engine failure and engine-compartment fire involving my 2017 Lincoln MKZ Select, equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine, VIN [XXX]. The vehicle had approximately 99,864 miles when the final failure occurred. Shortly after I purchased the vehicle, the original engine…”
filed Jul 30, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque…Campaign 18V390000 · Jun 11, 2018
- On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque…Campaign 17V427000 · Jul 6, 2017
Related service bulletins
During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen…
SSM 52314 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 2024
Power Train problems in other MKZ years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 MKZ | 9 | 29% |
| 2016 MKZ | 1 | 2% |
| 2015 MKZ | 4 | 5% |
| 2014 MKZ | 9 | 9% |
| 2013 MKZ | 15 | 14% |
| 2012 MKZ | 4 | 3% |
| 2011 MKZ | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 MKZ | 4 | 2% |
| 2009 MKZ | 5 | 4% |
| 2008 MKZ | 6 | 2% |
| 2007 MKZ | 7 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Lincoln MKZ
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.