Lincoln MKZ First generation - Facelift (2010 - 2012)

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First generation - Facelift of Lincoln MKZ has been in production since 2010 by 2012.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. First generation - Facelift is shorter than the previous generation by 0.7 inches , is lower by 0.2 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 129 lbs.
Lincoln MKZ First generation - Facelift dimensions and specs
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Body style | Luxury, Sedan |
Length | 189.80 in |
Width | 72.20 in |
Height | 56.90 in |
Wheelbase | 107.40 in |
Curb weight | 3598 - 3796 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 54.00 in |
Rear hip room | 53.50 in |
Front Headroom | 38.70 in |
Rear Headroom | 37.80 in |
Front shoulder room | 57.20 in |
Rear shoulder room | 55.80 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 16.5 - 17.5 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 17 - 18/24 - 27 |
Towing capacity | 1000 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 5.8 - 6.1 sec |
¼ mile time | 14.4 - 14.6 sec |
Lincoln MKZ Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Lincoln MKZ First generation - Facelift production period from 2010 to 2012 drivers have reported 341 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING.
Model Year | Complaints |
2012 MKZ |
102
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2011 MKZ |
106
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2010 MKZ |
133
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
AIR BAGS i fully stopped in a parking place where i use to go every monday to pick up kids from a... |
216
~ 10611 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES i was on a city street making a left turn when i was hit by a barreling car after he... |
23
~ 62131 miles |
STEERING i was driving at about 15 mph all of a sudden power steering froze. warning light "service advancetrac" and "power... |
21
~ 60049 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while at a complete stop the vehicle shook... |
20
~ 45679 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER i got to work and i couldn't open my driver's side door to exit the car. i tried locking and... |
19
~ 43147 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE driver side door would not latch until i pulled up on the door handle and stuck a screwdriver in latch |
17
~ 58671 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i fully stopped in a parking place where i use to go every monday to pick up kids from a... |
17
~ 41328 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING toned for a reported car fire in the parking lot of shaw's supermarket 625 meadow st.. e-6 responded with lights... |
14
~ 43457 miles |
ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while at a complete stop the vehicle shook... |
8
~ 71514 miles |
POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkz hybrid. the contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph the stop... |
6
~ 51019 miles |
SEATS tl* the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while at a complete stop the vehicle shook... |
6
~ 30457 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL started my car to let it warm up when i returned and went to leave the driveway it flashed service... |
3
~ 87026 miles |
SUSPENSION at 110k miles the lincoln dealer told me that it appears that my front coil springs have corroded and broke... |
3
~ 80167 miles |
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. while the vehicle was parked the driver side door unlatched and would... |
3
~ 89667 miles |
WHEELS purchased the vehicle in january 2015 with 23 000 miles on it. have had consistent issues with the low tire... |
3
~ 56333 miles |
SEAT BELTS aug 2 my husband & i were approaching a 4-way light near our neighborhood. we were slowing down to turn... |
2
~ 55775 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM car lost all power on the express way. pull over to the side after a while got engine going again... |
2
~ 78767 miles |
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. while the driver was attempting to open the front driver's door there... |
2
~ 62000 miles |
SIDEWALL > TIRES 2011 lincoln mkz all four tires failed due to cracks in the sidewalls. *mw... |
2
~ 18720 miles |
RIM > WHEELS tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. while operating the vehicle the low tire pressure indicator illuminated which meant... |
1
~ 73000 miles |
BEAD > TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. while operating the vehicle the low tire pressure indicator illuminated which meant... |
1
~ 73000 miles |
TIE ROD ASSEMBLY > LINKAGES > STEERING 2011 lincoln mkk. consumer writes in regards to defective tire rod. *ld *js... |
1
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EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. while driving various speeds a strong chemical odor emitted from the exhaust... |
1
~ 64358 miles |
VISIBILITY/WIPER tl* the contact owns a 2010 lincoln mkz. while driving various speeds the rear screen window shade would not go... |
1
~ 91000 miles |
EQUIPMENT tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the dealer auto nation ford (817-370-5200... |
1
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TIRES i purchased a 2011 lincoln mkz on 11/5/2012 it had 13 593 miles on it. during my last oil change... |
1
~ 37440 miles |
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN on spetember 5 2014 i was traveling in missouri. the car didn't seem to handle as it should. i had... |
1
~ 34000 miles |
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY i was the driver the accident occured day sunny around noon i was in a library parking lot pulling into... |
1
~ 25000 miles |
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2010 lincoln mkz. while driving in reverse the vehicle accelerated inadvertently. the contact crashed the... |
1
~ 50000 miles |
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that propane fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the... |
1
~ 20000 miles |
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that the vehicle suddenly accelerated while she was attempting... |
1
~ 18500 miles |
VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while at a complete stop the vehicle shook... |
1
~ 1000 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while at a complete stop the vehicle shook... |
1
~ 1000 miles |
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl* the contact owns a 2012 lincoln mkz. the contact stated that while at a complete stop the vehicle shook... |
1
~ 1000 miles |
PARKING BRAKE the parking brake on my lincoln mkz will not hold the vehicle on a slope. the dealer and ford motor... |
1
~ 35000 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE driving at 35 mph tried to slow down for a stop light. car would not slow brakes were ineffective against... |
1
~ 58136 miles |
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS my 2010 lincoln mkz car was struck in the drivers door on 15 april 2011 by another car at an... |
1
~ 25000 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC while backing into a parking spot the car's rear sensors sounded. since i thought there was still 3 or 4... |
1
~ 3049 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Lincoln MKZ and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Lincoln MKZ to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex ...
- All new Free-style flexible design
- 10 pieces super bright 3W each eagle eye LED lights (30W total)
- Each LED light is measured at 0.94" in diameter and 1.00" in length
- Free style mounting to bumper...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Spoiler + Si...
- ?1 set of Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Guard Body Kits (3pcs) + Side Skirt Splitter (2pcs) + Rear Bumper Lip Wrap Splitter Canard (2pcs)
- ?Material: Premium quality ABS
- ?Stereoscopic design, fluid curve surface
- ?No...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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TOUREN TR60 Matte Black/Machined Ring Wh...
- Country Of Origin : China
- Package Weight : 26.0 Lbs
- Formed With A Fierce 14-Spoke Mesh Pattern That Lets Your Brake System Show Through
- Topped Off With A Matching Touren Center Cap
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Touren TR60 Matte Black/Machined Ring Wh...
- Matte Black/Machined Ring Finish
- 18x8 Size, 40 Offset
- Formed with a fierce 14-spoke mesh pattern that lets your brake system show through
- Topped off with a matching Touren center cap
- Made from aluminum for weight...
Coilovers
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iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...
- Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
- Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
- Made with T6 6061 high quality...
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK
- Heavy Duty T6-7075 Forged Aluminum Construction, Anodized Finish
- 25mm Outside Diameter / 50mm Height
- Open End Design, Spline Drive Style Locks
- Comes as a Set of 20 Lock Nuts / 1 Lock Key
- Fits Conical...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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SINGARO Funny Car Stickers Exterior Acce...
- Funny stickers: Decorate your beloved car with this funny car sticker.
- Sticker composition: The sticker consists of three parts, the first layer is a transparent transfer film, the second layer is a car sticker, and...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...

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