KnownCarProblems2002 Lincoln LS Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 121 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Lincoln LS, most often about the engine (24% of complaints, typically around 58,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about LS model year since 2000.
Complaints121
Recalls0
Crashes reported21
Fires reported0
Injuries reported9
Most common 2002 Lincoln LS problems
Engine
29 complaints · 24%Half of these problems showed up before 58,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system.
(1) vehicle emissions system indicator light appeared on display (2) vehicle hesitates (jerks slightly) at speeds up to 60 MPH, cars also kills randomly while the car is in motion (3) I have not done any repairs yet ( I have been searching for recall information) I have viewed many forums online on defective coil…
Tl contact owns a 2002 Lincoln LS. The contact stated that all of the electrical circuits, such as the doors and windows, are jammed. She stated that the vehicle stalls while at a stop light. The dealer stated that they did not have the parts to repair the vehicle and recommended she go to another dealer. The consumer…
Air bags
24 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 85,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal, side/window.
2002 Lincoln LS , air bag warning light continues to stay on. Have had to drive car for 3 yrs like this while having fear of air bag not working in case of an accident. 3 mechanics have tried to fix and it only turns off for a few min.s after they attempt a fix with the wiring. The mileage then began about 80,007.…
I have had this car since 2004. No one drives it but me. This air bag light has been on for about 2 yrs. Or more. It stays on and sometimes while driving the airbag chimes just keeps right on chiming forever. Does this mean that I am not protected by my air bags. This car has never ever even been in a fender bender.…
Suspension
24 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 100,000 miles. Parts named most often: front, rear.
Ball joint failure. My car was built in march of 2002 and they redesigned it in april to a larger ball joint which I learned by talking to a mechanic at the Lincoln dealer. He said that he fixes a lot of them built march and before but had never had to fix a post march 2002 car. I asked if he had ever upgraded it to…
I own a 2002 Lincoln LS v8. In october 2009, I heard a load noise in the tire area and finally the suspension and ball and joints and lower arm control had broke it cost me about $800. And now the other side is making the same noise. Is there a recall for this model and year? Where can I get to check this? What can I…
Brakes
15 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 73,000 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, pedals and linkages.
2002 Lincoln LS , air bag warning light continues to stay on. Have had to drive car for 3 yrs like this while having fear of air bag not working in case of an accident. 3 mechanics have tried to fix and it only turns off for a few min.s after they attempt a fix with the wiring. The mileage then began about 80,007.…
While driving 35 MPH on the truman parkway the car suddenly accelerated as fast as it would go. Brakes failed and car went out of control. After avoiding to hit 5 o6 cars it side swiped another car then veered to the right and came to a stop on a wet grassy area. In 2 previous incidents the engine revved up at a red…
Transmission
15 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
(02) Lincoln LS issues. (110,000 miles currently) ford/Lincoln should be held accountable for this product. The amount of problems from many customers around the country is simply amazing. For ford to not send out recalls on the LS is simply a lack of professional business. The following problems are not isolated to…
Took my 2002 Lincoln into dealer to see why I was smelling hot engine oil they told me the valve cover gaskets leak on both sides of engine. Asked why both the service traction control light and ABS light and occasionally brake like stay on while operating the car, was told the sensor was bad and needed replaced. Upon…
Speed control
11 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 81,000 miles. Parts named most often: cruise control, accelerator pedal, linkages.
Tl contact owns a 2002 Lincoln LS. While applying pressure to the brakes, the accelerator pedal stuck to the floor. As a result, the vehicle involuntarily accelerated and crashed into a fence. A police report was filed. Immediately after the vehicle was repaired, the cruise control stopped working properly and the…
The contact owns a 2002 Lincoln LS. While driving approximately 65 MPH on normal road conditions the vehicle accelerated without intention, and then down-shifted. The driver was able to gain control and continue operation with caution. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician stated…
Steering
10 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 110,000 miles. Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist system, hydraulic power assist.
I own a 2002 Lincoln LS. The transmission seems to be a bit of a problem with this car. While I was driving on the highway, my transmission decides to give up on me in the middle of traffic while driving at 70mph. I also lost my power steering and my lights shut off. Since this happened at night, the last bit was a…
While driving 35 MPH on the truman parkway the car suddenly accelerated as fast as it would go. Brakes failed and car went out of control. After avoiding to hit 5 o6 cars it side swiped another car then veered to the right and came to a stop on a wet grassy area. In 2 previous incidents the engine revved up at a red…
Electrical
9 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 73,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, wiring, horn, software.
My 2002 Lincoln LS v8 has broken down in numerous ways. All ignition coils have had to be replaced, two window motors, airbag connector clip, my tie rod ends are bad, my car has actually shut off completely while driving up the 15 north three times while my son was in the car with me and now my transmission has…
Tl contact owns a 2002 Lincoln LS. While applying pressure to the brakes, the accelerator pedal stuck to the floor. As a result, the vehicle involuntarily accelerated and crashed into a fence. A police report was filed. Immediately after the vehicle was repaired, the cruise control stopped working properly and the…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2002 Lincoln LS recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2002 Lincoln LS
- What are the most common problems with the 2002 Lincoln LS?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (29 complaints, typically around 58,000 miles); air bags (24 complaints, typically around 85,500 miles); suspension (24 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2002 Lincoln LS have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Lincoln LS. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2002 a bad year for the Lincoln LS?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about LS model year since 2000, with 121 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.