2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid Recalls

No recalls on record Updated July 2026

No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes, hydraulic. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
9
SERVICE BRAKES
4
3crashes3injuries
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
2
SEAT BELTS
2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2
2crashes1injuries
WHEELS
2
1crashes
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1
1crashes
Total complaints31

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The contact owns a 2014 lincoln mkz hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph and pressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal extended to the floor causing the stopping distance to be extended, almost causing the vehicle to crash into the rear of another vehicle. Upon…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2023-07-10

“The contact owns a 2014 lincoln mkz. The contact stated that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and the recall repair was performed, and the contact stated that several electrical systems malfunctioned after the repair. The contact stated that…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2023-06-12

“The contact owns a 2014 lincoln mkz hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the braking system malfunctioned, and the brake pedal was depressed and extended to the floorboard, causing the vehicle to drive out into the intersection. Upon inspection, it was discovered…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2023-05-14

“The contact owns a 2014 lincoln mkz hybrid. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 20 -30 mph and approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to respond and went down to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact's husband pumped…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2023-05-06

“The contact owns a 2014 lincoln mkz hybrid. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2023-05-02

“The contact owns a 2014 lincoln mkz hybrid. The contact stated that while driving downhill at 10 mph, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, and the vehicle failed to slow or come to a complete stop. The contact stated she was able to pull over onto a grassy area, avoiding a collision,…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2023-04-22

“The contact owns a 2014 lincoln mkz hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 mph, the brake warning light illuminated. The brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact stated that he was able to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic. The independent…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2023-03-15

“The contact owns a 2014 lincoln mkz hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph, the power steering failed. The contact stated that the abs and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that she stopped the vehicle and turn off and restarted several…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2023-03-13

Defect investigations

Investigation DP22005 Opened 2023-01-27 · closed 2023-08-07

Pedestrian alert sounds

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for…

Investigation EA21002 Opened 2021-09-17 · open

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant…

Investigation EA21002 Opened 2021-09-17 · open

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant…

Investigation RQ19005 Opened 2019-12-19 · closed 2022-02-07

Door Latch Failures

In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs…

Investigation RQ19005 Opened 2019-12-19 · closed 2022-02-07

Door Latch Failures

In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs…

Investigation RQ19005 Opened 2019-12-19 · closed 2022-02-07

Door Latch Failures

In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs…

Investigation RQ19005 Opened 2019-12-19 · closed 2022-02-07

Door Latch Failures

In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs…

Investigation RQ19005 Opened 2019-12-19 · closed 2022-02-07

Door Latch Failures

In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs…

Investigation RQ19005 Opened 2019-12-19 · closed 2022-02-07

Door Latch Failures

In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs…

Investigation RQ19005 Opened 2019-12-19 · closed 2022-02-07

Door Latch Failures

In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs…

Investigation RQ19005 Opened 2019-12-19 · closed 2022-02-07

Door Latch Failures

In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs…

Investigation RQ22004 Opened 2022-08-08 · closed 2023-03-24

Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 50 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging front brake jounce hose ruptures on model year (MY) 2013-2018 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. A ruptured front brake hose results in a brake fluid leak. As a result,…

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2014 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.