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2016 Lincoln MKZ

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

4

4 current

Combined

9.3L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,883

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2023132 · manufacturer campaign 23S12

14 March 2023

Transport Canada lists: Fusion 2013–2018 · MKZ 2013–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front brake hoses could fail and cause a progressive brake fluid leak. If this happens, the driver may experience a change in brake pedal feel and travel. This can cause reduced braking. Note: A brake fluid leak would cause the brake warning light to turn on. This recall doesn't affect models with a Hybrid engine. Vehicles repaired under Ford warranty extension program 22N02 already have updated brake hoses, and don't require this repair.

Why it matters

Reduced braking can cause an extended stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the front brake hoses.

63,269 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2019431 · manufacturer campaign 19S26

27 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Edge 2015–2016 · Fusion 2013–2016 · MKX 2016 · MKZ 2013–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the bolts that attach the electric power steering assist motor to the steering gear may corrode and break. This could cause a loss of power steering assist. This recall applies to vehicles originally sold or currently registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).

Why it matters

A loss of power steering assist may result in a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low vehicle speeds. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to replace the bolts and apply a wax sealer. If one or more of the bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed.

9,906 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2018130 · manufacturer campaign 18S08

14 March 2018

Transport Canada lists: Fusion 2014–2018 · MKZ 2014–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the steering wheel bolt torque retention feature may not fully engage into the steering shaft. If the bolt loosens, the steering wheel may appear to be loose, which could affect vehicle control. If a loose bolt is left unrepaired, the steering wheel may detach from the steering column, which could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt.

59,266 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2015441 · manufacturer campaign 15C11

30 September 2015

Transport Canada lists: Fusion 2016 · MKZ 2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 301 – Fuel System Integrity. The affected vehicles may have a fuel tank that was not manufactured to specification and may cause the vehicle to fail to meet the requirements of the standard. Improperly manufactured fuel tanks have thin walls that may crack if the vehicle is involved in a crash, which could result in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the fuel tank.

28 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 45% of 193 2016 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
220 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2016 Lincoln MKZ have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 2016 Lincoln MKZ. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2016 Lincoln MKZ get?
NRCan rates the 2016 Lincoln MKZ at 9.3 L/100 km combined, emitting 220 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 5 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2016 Lincoln MKZ for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,883 in fuel, producing roughly 4,297 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.