Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2003 Lincoln LS
NHTSA data on file today
The 2003 Lincoln LS has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 68 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #03V136000 FORD/WHEELS NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 20 complaints
- Electrical System 11 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 8 complaints
- Engine 7 complaints
- Suspension 7 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 7 complaints
Of the 68 complaints on file, 3 report a crash; across all 68 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,000–$11,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2003 Lincoln LS faces notable reliability concerns, including issues with powertrain and electrical systems. A recall on wheels due to cracking at lug-nut holes highlights additional safety considerations, impacting the ownership experience.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| powertrain | 80,000–120,000 miles | $1,500–$3,500 | very common |
| electrical system | 70,000–110,000 miles | $300–$900 | common |
| engine | 90,000–130,000 miles | $1,200–$3,000 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Brake fluid replacement every 30,000 miles
- Transmission fluid change every 60,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 60,000 miles
- Inspect suspension components at 60,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Check engine light stays on
- Unusual vibrations during acceleration
- Electrical components not functioning
- Steering feels loose
- Braking requires more effort
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2003 Lincoln LS at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.