The 2006 Lincoln MKZ has 5 recalls, the most serious being Takata airbag inflators on both the driver and passenger sides that can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, causing serious injury or death.
Both front airbag inflators are affected, and the rupture risk is highest in hot, humid climates where long-term heat and moisture exposure causes the propellant inside to degrade. There is also a concern with Ford aftermarket all-weather floor mats: the driver's mat can shift out of position and contact the accelerator pedal, preventing it from returning freely. On the brake side, a chemical reaction between the anti-lock brake system's hydraulic control unit valves and certain brake fluid additives can prevent the valves from closing fully, requiring more pedal travel to stop the car and raising the risk of a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's side air bag inflator may explode. This can happen when the propellant degrades after prolonged exposure to high heat, humidity, and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with a new one at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Brake fluid additives can react with valves in the ABS hydraulic control unit, preventing them from closing properly and affecting braking performance.
What the fix does
Dealer will flush brake system with DOT 4 fluid, install new reservoir cap, test the control unit, and replace it if a stuck valve is found.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may rupture during a crash due to propellant breakdown from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator at no cost. Ford will mail recall notices and notify owners when parts are available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may rupture during a crash due to propellant breakdown from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator at no cost once parts become available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's floor mat can shift out of position because it's held by only one fastener, potentially blocking the accelerator pedal and preventing it from returning to idle.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace your floor mat with an updated version that has two retention devices to keep it secure.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
