2001 Buick Lesabre vs 2001 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 | 2001 Buick Lesabre | 2001 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 328 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 386 | 50 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 22 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | 61,973 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lesabre | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 99 | 2 |
| Structure | 50 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 38 | 6 |
| Power Train | 31 | 3 |
| Steering | 29 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 29 | 1 |
| Suspension | 17 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2001 Buick Lesabre
2001 Lincoln Continental
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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.