2005 Lincoln LS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other LS years
- About as many complaints as other years 5th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Lincoln LS. That ranks 5th out of 7 LS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (21 complaints, 23%), typically at around 62,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 6 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 90owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 21 | 23% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 17 | 19% | 58,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 14% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 10 | 11% | 60,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 9 | 10% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 10% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 9% | 77,298 | — | — |
| Wheels | 8 | 9% | 40,017 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 6% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 4% | 58,577 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 4% | 34,600 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 3% | 103,600 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 3 | 3% | 79,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3% | 14,900 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 3% | 96,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 3% | 99,789 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | 170,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | 48,827 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | 115,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Lincoln LS recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tank may have a localized thin wall section in the lower half of the tank. The fuel tank may crack creating a potential for a fuel leak and fuel odor. The "service engine soon" indicator may illuminate.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673, lincoln at 1-800-521-4140.
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.
Car accident with full left side impaction door will not open doors will not open and I was not able to move out of my seat and yet I was stuck behind the steering wheel behind smashed impacted buckled, steering wheel did not deploy the airbags
The contact owns a 2005 Lincoln LS. The contact stated all four tires melted and rusted to the ground and the belly of the vehicle fell out. The contact also stated the vehicle was overheated. There were no warning lights. The contact put tape underneath the engine to keep it in place. The contact…
The fuel tank needs replacement due to a crack in the fuel tank is causing fumes in the vehicle. Exactly like the recall of 2005 Lincoln LS, that the dealership cannot find because it is more than 15 years.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 lincoln ls. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor coming form the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 lincoln ls. The contact stated while driving at 15-20 mph, the driver's side air bag deployed without warning or impact. The contact sustained injuries to neck and medical attention was provided. The vehicle was towed to a relatives home. The local dealer and…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lincoln LS?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 21 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Lincoln LS?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 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 2005 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.