The 1st generation MKZ (2007—2012) has 152 owner complaints, mostly about interior problems. Overall it ranks second to last in reliaibility out of 24 eligible Lincoln generations.
Reliability rankings are based on our PainRank™ system. A higher number means you can expect more significant problems. The average score for a Lincoln generation is 3.62, while this generation comes in at 11.2.
Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.
Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.
Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.
Overall reliability rank out of 24 eligible generations.
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