2015 Lincoln MKS

Introduction

The 2015 Lincoln MKS is a full-size luxury sedan that offers a spacious cabin, a smooth ride, and plenty of power under the hood. It is powered by a standard 3.7-liter V6 engine that produces 304 horsepower and 279 pound-feet of torque. A 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 engine producing 330 horsepower and 370 pound-feet of torque is also available. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Some people appreciate the MKS for its comfortable ride, luxurious cabin, and powerful engines. However, others have complained about its lack of agility, high price tag, and some interior quality issues.

Engine

3.7-liter V6

• Intake manifold gasket failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leak, rough idle, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing chain tensioner failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Noisy engine, reduced power, check engine light
  • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500
  • Recalls: None Found

2.7-liter EcoBoost V6

• Turbocharger failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, whistling noise, blue smoke from exhaust
  • Solution: Replace turbocharger
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

Six-Speed Automatic

• Shift solenoid failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Harsh shifting, slipping transmission, check engine light
  • Solution: Replace shift solenoid
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front strut mount failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise when turning or driving over bumps, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace front strut mount
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear shock absorber failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking shock absorber, rough ride, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace rear shock absorber
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely, difficulty starting vehicle
  • Solution: Replace battery or identify and fix electrical drain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dim headlights, loss of power, battery warning light
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight condensation
  • Description/Symptoms: Moisture inside headlight housing
  • Solution: Replace or reseal headlight housing
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Bumper cover alignment issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Misaligned bumper cover, gaps between body panels
  • Solution: Adjust or replace bumper cover
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: 14V238

Interior

• Navigation system glitches
  • Description/Symptoms: Navigation system does not work properly, freezes, or displays incorrect information
  • Solution: Update or replace navigation system software
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Climate control issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Climate control system does not work properly, blows cold air only, or has excessive noise
  • Solution: Repair or replace climate control components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2015 Lincoln MKS is a comfortable and powerful luxury sedan, but it has its share of issues. The engine and transmission options are generally reliable, but there have been some reports of intake manifold gasket failures, timing chain tensioner failures, and turbocharger failures on the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6. The suspension and electrical systems have also been known to experience some problems. The interior is generally well-built, but there have been some reports of navigation system glitches and climate control issues. Overall, the severity of the issues experienced by MKS owners varies, but some repairs can be costly.