2002 Lincoln LS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other LS years
- More complaints than other years 3rd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 121 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Lincoln LS. That ranks 3rd out of 7 LS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (25 complaints, 21%), typically at around 57,000 miles. Complaints mention 21 crashes, 9 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 121owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 21complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Lincoln LS problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 21% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 24 | 20% | 85,251 | — | — |
| Suspension | 24 | 20% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 15 | 12% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 9% | 81,005 | — | — |
| Steering | 10 | 8% | 110,009 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 9 | 7% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 7% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 8 | 7% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 5% | 100,018 | — | — |
| Wheels | 6 | 5% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 4% | 87,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 3% | 147,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 3% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 2% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2% | 100,018 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2% | 175,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 2 | 2% | 89,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | 113,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | 97,100 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Lincoln LS recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Lincoln LS.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2002 Lincoln LS. The contact stated while driving at 50-55 MPH, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. The brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he stood on the brake pedal until the vehicle…
I have a 2002 lincoln LS v8 the passenger ball joint came loose and broke had it fixed driver side has now came loose and rattling
The contact owns a 2002 Lincoln LS. The contact stated that the advanced traction control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed but was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that they were unable to provide any assistance. The…
Both driver and passenger side lower ball joints have fractured, been replaced and have fractured again. The stud post itself continues to fracture above the control arm mounting hole, despite both ball joints being replaced and retorqued to manufacturer recommended tightness.
My daughter was a restrained driver on a highway ---in rush hour traffic, moving about 55mph. The car in front of her braked suddenly and when my daughter pushed on the brake it went to the floor and she had no brakes. She clipped that car rear end and swerved right'hitting a second car as she got…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Lincoln LS?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, air bags, suspension problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 25 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Lincoln LS?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 Lincoln LS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other LS model years, the 2002 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.