Does the 2015 Lincoln MKS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Lincoln MKS, the most recent reported on August 25, 2016 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lincoln MKS?

Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (5 complaints), followed by electrical system (4).

How many 2015 Lincoln MKS complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 18 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 Lincoln MKS recalls and problems

3 recalls and 18 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Lincoln MKS.

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owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2015 Lincoln MKS recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 16V621000 · reported August 25, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · 77,502 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
The risk: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.

Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly, mounting

NHTSA campaign 15V605000 · reported September 28, 2015 · Ford Motor Company · 203 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.
The risk: If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.

Parking brake

NHTSA campaign 15V464000 · reported July 24, 2015 · Ford Motor Company · 7,165 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015, Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 21, 2015, and 2015-2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015. The affected vehicles have a parking brake that may not fully engage when applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
The risk: If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the operation of the parking brake system, and if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C07.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine5
Electrical system4
Power train3
Air bags2
Back over prevention2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Steering2
Structure2
Unknown or other2
Engine and engine cooling1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 14, 2026 · Back over prevention
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rear-view camera displayed a distorted or upside-down image. The failure was intermittent at first but later became a constant failure. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under…

Nov 17, 2025 · Unknown or other
LINCOLN IS CURRENTLY RECALLING 2015 CARS FOR REAR CAMERA FAILURES. MINE FAILED ON […]. I AM […] AND USE THE CAMERA FOR BACKING UP AND PARKING. MY MODEL IS NOT IN THE RECALL. I HAD THE REPAIRS DONE AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR $857.00! ON THE REPAIR ORDER IT STATES; "CUSTOMER STATES THAT REAR CAMERA IS UPSIDE DOWN AND HAS NO…

Oct 30, 2025 · Structure
Water leaks from the drip rail moldings down into the side airbags which could cause a shortage and unintentional air bag deployment.

Oct 30, 2025 · Electrical system
Backup camera fails to initialize in reverse causing a safety concern by not knowing what’s behind you.

Oct 26, 2025 · Electrical system
In early 2024 the parking aids failed. Then the heater air conditioning buttons. Now the voice commands, Navigation and back up camera have failed. No accidents resulted , but this ia a large car and when shifting from reverse to drive screen remains blank.

MKS model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2012	3	17	1	0
2013	7	142	6	4
2014	2	44	1	0
2015	3	18	0	1
2016	0	3	0	0

Across all years, the 2013 MKS has the most complaints (142). All Lincoln MKS years →

Questions

Does the 2015 Lincoln MKS have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Lincoln MKS, the most recent reported on August 25, 2016 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lincoln MKS?: Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (5 complaints), followed by electrical system (4).
How many 2015 Lincoln MKS complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 18 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 14, 2026.