There are no safety recalls for the 2010 Lincoln MKS, but owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA.
2010 Lincoln MKS problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 15 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | |
| Engine | 7 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Air Bags | 5 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 2
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1
- Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 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 2010 Lincoln MKS complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Steering · reported Feb 1, 2026
No power steering and Power steering assist failure warning message. Took to dealer, and they said the epas needed to be replaced. Also, that the oem part was no longer available, so they had to use after market part and would not guarantee the labor. 3 months later same problem. There is a recall for 2011-2013 same car with the same problem, but not for 2010. Defective epas system causing the failure. Spoke to Lincoln concierge and Ford concierge and they would not help with a remedy or with dealer support.
Air Bags · at 104,272 miles · reported Oct 11, 2023
There have been 2 separate incidents involving a front collision at high speeds. Both times, the air bags did not deploy as they should have. The 2nd incident was today. The car is now totaled. The impact Both times should have deployed the air bags. My son was injured today due to this. A truck ran a stop sign and we hit him. None of the bags deployed. Speed was 45 mph. The whole front of the car and hood are completely crushed. There were no alarms during or before impact. This is the 2nd wreck.
Electrical System · reported Sep 3, 2022
The 2011 through 2013 Lincoln MKS were recalled for the electric power steering assist suddenly going out and it is the same on this car and could have gotten someone seriously hurt these need to be added to the recall thanks for looking.
Steering · reported Aug 29, 2022
My car will intermittently (more times than not) lose its power steering assist, making it almost impossible for me to drive. I've had the car looked at, replaced the rack and pinion assembly, put on new tires, ran a diagnostic, and the car still lacks power steering most of the time. When starting the vehicle, the wheel will lock up, and the message "Power Steering Assist Fault" displays, no matter how many times I try to restart the car and allow the computer to reset, the fault does not go away. I rarely have times when I can drive with a power steering assist. The car has become a serious…
Engine · at 50,000 miles · reported Jul 21, 2022
The contact owns a 2010 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that upon placing her vehicle into park(P), the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was hot. The engine then failed to restart after the failure. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer where she was informed that the water pump was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2010 Lincoln MKS have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2010 Lincoln MKS as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Lincoln MKS?
Owners report steering problems most often (15 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (10). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 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.