2001 Lincoln LS vs 2003 Lincoln LS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 Lincoln LS | 2003 Lincoln LS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 240 | 68 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 135 | 81 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 88,503 mi | 66,400 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln LS | Lincoln LS |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 110 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 33 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 26 | 8 |
| Power Train | 14 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 11 |
| Steering | 14 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 7 |
| Visibility | 16 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
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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.