2002 Lincoln LS vs 2004 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 | 2002 Lincoln LS | 2004 Lincoln LS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 121 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 109 | 68 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,503 mi | 62,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln LS | Lincoln LS |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 25 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 15 |
| Power Train | 15 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 18 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 15 |
| Suspension | 24 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 5 |
| Steering | 10 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 17 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
2002 Lincoln LS
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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.