NHTSA vehicle safety data

2002 Lincoln LS Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2002 Lincoln LS has no NHTSA recall campaigns and 121 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Lincoln dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2002 Lincoln LS, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2002 Lincoln LS owner complaints

Owners have filed 121 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Lincoln LS, describing incidents dated December 31, 2001 to October 4, 2022.

Most-cited components

  • Engine 29 complaints
  • Air Bags 24 complaints
  • Suspension 24 complaints
  • Power Train 15 complaints
  • Service Brakes 15 complaints
  • Vehicle Speed Control 11 complaints

Of the 121 complaints on file, 21 report a crash; across all 121 complaints, owners report 9 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11488849 · Filed

    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…

  • ODI #11457059 · Filed

    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

  • ODI #11425133 · Filed

    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…

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NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2002 Lincoln LS as of November 3, 2026. New recalls can be issued at any time, so check the specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before buying.

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Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Lincoln LS at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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