2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MKZ Hybrid years
- About as many complaints as other years 5th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. That ranks 5th out of 10 MKZ Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 33%), typically at around 23,200 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.
- 12owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 4NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 33% | 23,200 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 17% | 25,050 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 17% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 17% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 8% | 30,600 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 8% | 100 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 8% | 187,445 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2015 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.
Received Safety Recall Notice NHTSA 25V695 in October 2025. Lincoln has not been diligent in providing a timely remedy for replacing the rear view camera in my vehicle. Rear view cameras are not an item that should take 10 months to replace with a new component. NHTSA shouldn't allow car…
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); 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 reasonable…
The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's rear window power switch was enabled to lower window; however, the driver's side rear door opened instead. The contact stated that the failure occurred several times. The contact was…
The contact's wife owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V011000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall and confirmed that parts were not yet…
Aluminum hood and wheels are corroding and mileage is beyond original factory warranty and not covered under the certified pre-owned warranty. On the hood there are several spots where the paint is bubbling. This is a well-document issue with ford products since they started putting aluminum parts…
Other Lincoln MKZ Hybrid years
← 2014 MKZ Hybrid · 2016 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 | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 MKZ Hybrid | 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 2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, seat belts problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2015 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 2015 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.