2013 Lincoln MKS Electrical System Problems
NHTSA component category: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
How electrical system ranks on this vehicle
Share of the 141 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2013 Lincoln MKS overview page.
What owners report
“The control panel that operates the heat/ac, audio controls and also houses the hazard light button has a high failure rate and will do its…”NHTSA complaint 11515650 — filed 04/05/2023
“Ford Port Richey overcharged for diagnosis. Claim on credit report still owe them. Same with Ferman Ford Clearwater overcharged key. Said need two in order…”NHTSA complaint 11514599 — filed 03/30/2023
“ECM ficum Went to Ford Port Richey, FLpaid $300 for diagnosis. Harassment with bill on credit report. Charge n charge but don't want to repair…”NHTSA complaint 11513843 — filed 03/26/2023
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Electrical System complaints by year filed
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Lincoln MKS have electrical system problems?
Electrical System is the #2 most-reported problem area on the 2013 Lincoln MKS: 25 of 141 complaints on file (17.7%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.
How many complaints does the 2013 Lincoln MKS have in total?
141 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Across all categories, 6 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, 7 reported injuries, and 18 reported deaths.
What does NHTSA's electrical system category include?
NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.
