DecodedCars2009 Lincoln MKS
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2009 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD, 4dr Sedan FWD
- Engines
- 3.7L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 203.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,127–4,277 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 15 similar 2009 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2009 Lincoln MKS is a large car offered with a 3.7L 6-cyl engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 204 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,277 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 4% better than the 2009 large car average of 18.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD | 203.9 in | 76 in | 61.4 in | 113 in | 65 / 65.7 in | 4,277 lb | 58/42 |
| 4dr Sedan FWD | 203.9 in | 76 in | 61.4 in | 113 in | 65 / 65.7 in | 4,127 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKS AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | +4% | $3,550 | 468 |
| MKS FWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | +4% | $3,550 | 468 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2009 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2009 Lincoln MKS under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2009 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Lincoln MKS (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2009 BMW 7 Series | 17 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2009 Lexus LS | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2009 Acura TL | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 19 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (1)
Air Bags › Frontal · Apr 26, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V247000 · 695 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06.
Not every 2009 Lincoln MKS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2009 Lincoln MKS buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 8 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Service Brakes — 4 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 3 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 93,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2009 Lincoln MKS. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other MKS years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →