Complaints
179
Crashes
31
Fires
0
Injuries
11
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2002 Lincoln Ls Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#116 complaints
Airbags
Avg mileage:91,704 mi
Crash-related:4
#214 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Avg mileage:42,860 mi
#312 complaints
Suspension Failures
Avg mileage:107,620 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Lincoln Ls.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 16 | 4 | — | 91,704 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 14 | — | — | 42,860 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 12 | 2 | — | 107,620 mi | |
| Suspension:Front | 9 | — | — | 107,620 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 8 | 2 | — | 68,555 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | — | — | 96,572 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | 2 | — | 128,346 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 7 | — | — | 78,412 mi | |
| Brakes | 6 | 3 | — | 132,690 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | 87,000 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | 1 | — | 104,259 mi | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 5 | — | — | 67,400 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages | 2 | 1 | — | — |
Airbags
16
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
91,704
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
42,860
Suspension Failures
12
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
107,620
Suspension:Front
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
107,620
Engine & Cooling
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
68,555
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
96,572
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
128,346
Automatic Transmission
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
78,412
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
132,690
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
87,000
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
104,259
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
67,400
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Side/Window
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2002 Lincoln Ls — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2002 Lincoln Ls reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2002 Lincoln Ls has 179 NHTSA complaints, 31 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 16 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 Lincoln Ls?
Top reported problems: Airbags (16 complaints, avg 91,704 mi); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (14 complaints, avg 42,860 mi); Suspension Failures (12 complaints, avg 107,620 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2002 Lincoln Ls?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 90,422 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2002 Lincoln Ls?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 Lincoln Ls include 31 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 11 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2002 Lincoln Ls have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2002 Lincoln Ls as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2002 Lincoln Ls?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Lincoln Ls reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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