2000 Buick Lesabre vs 2000 Lincoln Continental
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Buick Lesabre | 2000 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 668 | 63 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 356 | 74 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 30 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 86,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lesabre | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 244 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 87 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 78 | 4 |
| Steering | 47 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 45 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 31 | 16 |
| Tires | 36 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 43 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 30 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 17 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 11 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2000 Buick Lesabre
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.