There are no safety recalls for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, but owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA.
2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 2
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · reported Oct 19, 2026
All dashboard warning lights come on simultaneously, randomly/without warning. This also affected the cruise control activation along with the vehicle lane change warning sensors becoming non-operational.
Seat Belts · reported Oct 29, 2018
The NHTSA recall number 16v875000 remedy is still not available. I was originally notified on jan 2017. It has been almost 2 years now with no solution. I AM concerned about the seat belts not properly restraining passengers in a crash.
Structure · at 50,000 miles · reported Jul 6, 2018
The panoramic sunroof glass is separating or delaminating. The glass is developing air pockets between the layers of glass and its coatings. Larger air pockets developed first around the edges, and now smaller bubbles have developed throughout the entire sunroof. New bubbles continue to develop. In addition, the black color of the glass surrounding the sunroof area appears to be a film layer inside the glass. This film is peeling or separating inside the glass. This is a 2013 model car. The bubbling or delaminating problem began in late 2017 and advanced quickly. This car is garaged during…
Service Brakes · reported Mar 1, 2018
I have advancetrac service warning, hill assist and ABS disabled and the steering wheel being heavier than normal plus the transmission slipping while acceleration and braking. The problem usually happens at wet or cold weather. It started once a day but now at least 50 times a day. Many times that happens when I start the car and turning the steering wheel but it also keep happening during driving. I went to the lincoln dealer at franklin, tennessee and they kept the car for 3 days and after that they did nothing and took $140 for diagnosis!!!!!!!! They give me the car back and told we can't…
Structure · at 55,000 miles · reported Jan 7, 2018
The panoramic sunroof is delaminating. And area along the left edge of the sunroof, on the drivers side of the car just above the drivers head, is beginning to delaminate on the interior surface. There appears to be a thick film of some sort that is bubbling from the edge toward the center of the roof glass. The car garaged indoors day and night.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?
Owners report unknown or other problems most often (3 reports), followed by steering (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 miles.
Are Lincoln recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lincoln dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.