2000 Lincoln LS vs 2002 Lincoln LS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Lincoln LS | 2002 Lincoln LS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 354 | 121 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 270 | 109 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,018 mi | 80,503 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln LS | Lincoln LS |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 123 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 47 | 24 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 42 | 25 |
| Power Train | 38 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 9 |
| Visibility | 20 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 26 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 18 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 8 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 8 |
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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.