Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2015 Lincoln MKS. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel Pump Malfunction may Cause Engine Stall
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
- Consequence
- A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.
Fuel Tank Mounting Bolts may be Loose
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.
- Consequence
- If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.
Parking Brake may not Fully Engage/FMVSS 135
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015, Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 21, 2015, and 2015-2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015. The affected vehicles have a parking brake that may not fully engage when applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Consequence
- If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the operation of the parking brake system, and if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C07.
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Owner complaints (18)
18 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 27.8% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 22.2% |
| Power train | 3 | 16.7% |
| Air bags | 2 | 11.1% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 11.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 11.1% |
| Steering | 2 | 11.1% |
| Structure | 2 | 11.1% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 11.1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 5.6% |
How 2015 compares with other MKS years
Best and worst MKS years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 56 | 1 |
| 2010 | 51 | 0 |
| 2011 | 43 | 3 |
| 2012 | 17 | 3 |
| 2013 | 142 | 7 |
| 2014 | 44 | 2 |
| 2015 | 18 | 3 |
| 2016 | 3 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2015 Lincoln MKS 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 402 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 28 / 22 | $3,050 | 402 |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 425 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | $3,350 | 450 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2015 MKS for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2015 Lincoln MKS FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Lincoln MKS have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 16V621000 (fuel pump), 15V605000 (fuel system), 15V464000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Lincoln MKS problems?
Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (5), Electrical system (4), Power train (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Lincoln MKS get?
EPA rates the 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 19 city, 28 highway and 22 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2015 Lincoln MKS get?
NHTSA rated the 2015 Lincoln MKS 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (11.3% rollover risk).
How does the 2015 MKS compare with other years?
Among the 2009–2016 Lincoln MKS model years at least five years old, the 2016 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2013 the most (142). The 2015 drew 18. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.