2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MKZ Hybrid years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. That ranks 3rd out of 10 MKZ Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (9 complaints, 32%), typically at around 121,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.
- 28owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 4NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 32% | 121,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 14% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 11% | 60,400 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 11% | 34,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 7% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 7% | 88,442 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 7% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 7% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 7% | 31,750 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 4% | 94,884 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | 1,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 4% | 161,280 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | 161,280 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
- Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures (RQ22004) — opened Aug 8, 2022, closed Mar 24, 2023, led to recall 23V162000.
- Door Latch Failures (RQ19005) — opened Dec 19, 2019, closed Feb 7, 2022, led to recall 20V177000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid has experienced significant water intrusion and intermittent electrical malfunctions. During heavy rain, water saturated the passenger-side floor areas, including the rear passenger floor. The source of the water intrusion has not been identified despite professional…
Rear backup camera is defective and not working. Initially it would work intermittently and but now for the last few months it does not work at all. I went to dealership and contacted Lincoln directly and they refused to repair the defective rear camera. Despite there being an open recall for the…
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH and making a lane change, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact pumped the brake pedal however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated no warning…
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…
The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled inadvertently. The contact was unable to veer to the side of the road and turned on the hazard lights. The contact was able to restart…
Other Lincoln MKZ Hybrid years
← 2013 MKZ Hybrid · 2015 MKZ Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 MKZ Hybrid | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 MKZ Hybrid | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 MKZ Hybrid | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 MKZ Hybrid | 17 | 0 |
| 2016 MKZ Hybrid | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 MKZ Hybrid | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 | 28 | 0 |
| 2013 MKZ Hybrid | 12 | 0 |
| 2012 MKZ Hybrid | 59 | 0 |
| 2011 MKZ Hybrid | 40 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes, unknown or other problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MKZ Hybrid model years, the 2014 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.