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2012 Lincoln MKZ

The 2012 Lincoln MKZ has 176 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (39%) concerns air bags. Next are brakes (11%) and steering (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
176 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 39% of complaints
Recalls
5
Fuel economy
19 to 21 MPG combined
Safety rating
4 of 5 stars NHTSA overall

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

The 2012 Lincoln MKZ has 176 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (39%) concerns air bags. Next are brakes (11%) and steering (11%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2012 Lincoln MKZ

Recalls

The 2012 Lincoln MKZ is affected by 5 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 5 recall campaigns for the 2012 Lincoln MKZ

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2012 Lincoln MKZ. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 27 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Safety rating

In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2012 Lincoln MKZ earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Frontal, side and rollover ratings

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