2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid recalls and problems
No recalls and 40 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.
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2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring an increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The EPS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the…
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the brake service warning light illuminated. The contact used excessive force on the brake pedal and the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal went down to the floorboard and the stopping distance was extended. The "Check Braking System" and "Service Advancetrac" messages were displayed. The ABS, brakes, and the electronic…
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the brakes failed to operate upon depression of the brake pedal with several unknown warning lights flashing on the instrument panel. The contact immediately applied the parking brake and drifted the vehicle off to the…
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the power steering failure message was displayed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact was relating the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V34000 (Steering)…
MKZ Hybrid model years compared
Across all years, the 2012 MKZ Hybrid has the most complaints (59). All Lincoln MKZ Hybrid years →
Questions
- Does the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?
- Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (18 complaints), followed by steering (13).
- How many 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 1 of 40 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 7, 2025.