Air Bag Inflator Rupture

A significant number of recalls address potential rupture of the driver and passenger side frontal airbag inflator modules. This poses a severe risk of injury during a crash. Estimated repair cost: $500 - $1,500 (Recall Service).

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2012 Lincoln MKZ Maintenance guide

Name: Maintenance dataset for 2012 Lincoln MKZ
Creator: Carfocal

v1.0Updated Jun 11, 2026Ryan Davis4 Sources Analyzed20 Critical Recalls

MAINTENANCE SUMMARY

The 2012 Lincoln MKZ presents a mixed maintenance picture. While its 3.5L V6 and S6 automatic transmission are generally robust, a significant number of critical safety recalls, particularly for airbag inflators and the Electric Power Assist System (EPAS) steering, demand owner vigilance.

View Critical Issue: Electric Power Assist System (EPAS) Failure

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Reliability Score

Est. Annual Maintenance Cost

$600 - $1,000

TSBs & Recalls

28 TSBs | 20 Recalls

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Key Takeaways

Prioritize verification of all safety recall completions, particularly for airbag inflators and EPAS.
The 3.5L V6 and S6 transmission are generally reliable, but maintenance is key.

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Critical service intervals

Common failure analysis

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