2002 Lincoln Ls problems
The Lincoln LS is a four-door, five-passenger luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by Ford's Lincoln division over a single generation from 1999 until 2006. Introduced in June 1999 for the 2000 model year, the LS featured rear-wheel drive and near 50/50 weight distribution and was available with a V8 or V6, the latter initially offered with a manual transmission. The LS aimed to provide a blend of luxury and sport to attract a new generation of buyers to the Lincoln brand.
The LS shared the Ford DEW98 platform with the Jaguar S-Type and the Ford Thunderbird. Trim levels ranged from the base V6 model to the Special Edition V8 LSE trims in 2004, with revised front and rear fascia, taillights and foglights, and front grille.
LS models were manufactured at Ford's Wixom Assembly Plant until production ended on April 3, 2006, and the plant was idled as part of Ford's The Way Forward. Approximately 262,900 were manufactured, including 2,331 with manual transmissions and 1,500 LSE editions.
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Common 2002 Lincoln Ls problems
The 2002 Lincoln LS is known for several common problems, primarily related to the engine, cooling system, and transmission.
- Timing Chain Failure: Some 2000 Lincoln LS owners have reported engine problems caused by bad timing chains, which can lead to engine failure and decreased fuel economy. Regular maintenance and checking the tensioner can help prevent timing chain issues.
- Airbag Light On: The airbag light may come on due to a faulty clock spring or other issues with the airbag system. This issue can be resolved by replacing the faulty component.
Regular maintenance and checking for common issues can help prevent many problems with the 2002 Lincoln LS. However, potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and consider the car's repair history before making a purchase.
What is the most common problem with the Lincoln LS?
Most Common Lincoln LS Problems
In high dust areas, problems with the egr system are common.
Why did the Lincoln LS fail?
The Lincoln LS failed for one reason, and one reason alone: Complaints from The Coventry. Jaguar and Lincoln were under instruction to cooperate to ensure both the LS and S-Type shared all the best technology.
Is the Lincoln LS V6 reliable?
Our reliability rank is based on our PainRank™ system. A higher number means you can expect more significant problems. The average Lincoln score is 6.19 while the LS comes in at 7.19.
Why did Lincoln discontinue the LS?
The LS was a bit of an orphan that didn't follow a lineage and didn't share its platform with any other Ford cars, so it's not surprising that it was discontinued in order to sever all ties with Jaguar.
What is the most common problem with the Lincoln LS?
Most Common Lincoln LS Problems
In high dust areas, problems with the egr system are common.
Why did Lincoln discontinue the LS?
The LS was a bit of an orphan that didn't follow a lineage and didn't share its platform with any other Ford cars, so it's not surprising that it was discontinued in order to sever all ties with Jaguar.
Does a 2002 Lincoln LS have a Jaguar engine?
According to Wikipedia, the Lincoln LS was produced 2000-2006(?). It used a 3.0L Duratec as one of its 2 option motors, the other a 3.9L Jaguar variant. The first 2 years or so the 3.0 was available with both a manual as well as an automatic trans.
Is the Lincoln LS V6 reliable?
Our reliability rank is based on our PainRank™ system. A higher number means you can expect more significant problems. The average Lincoln score is 6.19 while the LS comes in at 7.19.
2002 Lincoln Ls car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Lincoln Ls problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Suspension problems
- Air bags problems
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2002 Lincoln Ls vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2002 Lincoln Ls
The NHTSA has received 121 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2002 Lincoln Ls. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2002 Lincoln Ls vehicles.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-04
- VIN: 1LNHM87A12Y
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: 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 responded 8-10 minutes later. The vehicle speed was 120 MPH at the time the contact regained control of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving. The contact shifted into neutral (N) and veered to the side of the road where the vehicle came to a complete stop. The contact then shifted into park (P). However, the RPMs revved up to 5,000 MPH. The contact turned off the vehicle. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-05
- VIN: 1LNHM87A12Y
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-15
- Components: TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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 failure mileage was approximately 103,000. The vin was not available.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-21
- VIN: 1LNHM87A22Y
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE LOWER BALL JOINTS HAVE FRACTURED, BEEN REPLACED AND HAVE FRACTURED AGAIN. THE STUD POST ITSELF CONTINUES TO FRACTURE ABOVE THE CONTROL ARM MOUNTING HOLE, DESPITE BOTH BALL JOINTS BEING REPLACED AND RETORQUED TO MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDED TIGHTNESS.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-03
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1LNHM86S32Y
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY DAUGHTER WAS A RESTRAINED DRIVER ON A HIGHWAY ---IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC, MOVING ABOUT 55MPH. THE CAR IN FRONT OF HER BRAKED SUDDENLY AND WHEN MY DAUGHTER PUSHED ON THE BRAKE IT WENT TO THE FLOOR AND SHE HAD NO BRAKES. SHE CLIPPED THAT CAR REAR END AND SWERVED RIGHT'HITTING A SECOND CAR AS SHE GOT TO THE SHOULDER. SHE SCRAPPED ALONG THE METAL RAIL FOR A DISTANCE AND THEN WENT OFF THE ROAD IN TO A GULLY AND HIT A POLE AND AN DIRT EMBANKMENT. BOTH AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE LIGHT POLE DID NOT LOOK DAMAGED, I THINK THE POLE MUST HAVE HAD A LARGE CEMENT BASE, BASED ON THE EXTENT AND SHAPE OF THE FRONT END DAMAGE. THE CAR IS TOTALED. THE AIR BAGS DID A GREAT JOB. SHE HAS A BAD SPRAIN ON HER ANKLE THAT SHE WAS TRYING TO BRAKE WITH AND SORE EVERYWHERE. A FAMILY MEMBER WORKS AT FORD . HE ASKED ME TO CHECK THE BRAKE FLUID SINCE BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKES FAILED. I CHECKED THE BRAKE PEDDLE AND IT WENT TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT ANY RESISTANCE. I CHECKED THE BRAKE RESERVOIR AND IT WAS FULL. MY FAMILY MEMBER TOLD ME TO SUBMIT THIS REPORT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-01
- VIN: 1LNHM87A92Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE IF THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING OR UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.*PM*JB
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1LNHM87A92Y
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 'TAKATA RECALL' I WAS DRIVING AND WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT. THERE WAS MAJOR DAMAGE THE FRONT OF MY CAR AND THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-03
- VIN: 1LNHM87A22Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. WHEN I TURN THE KEY ON THE LIGHT COME ON THE DISPLAY.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-30
- VIN: 1LNM86S22Y6
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-19
- VIN: 1LNHM87A42Y
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: WHEN I DRIVE APPROXIMATELY 35 MILES, MY 2002 LINCOLN LS WANTS TO OVERHEAT AND SHUT DOWN ON ME. I HAVE TO WAIT TILL IT COOLS DOWN AND THEN START IT UP AND PROCEED ON MY WAY.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-08
- VIN: 1LNHM87A22Y
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LINCOLN LS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND SHUT DOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RESTARTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, THE HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 160,000.
SUSPENSION,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-20
- Components: SUSPENSION,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CADILAC CONVERTER RATTLE AND MAKE LOUD NOISES. IDLER STAY HIGH, IVE CHANGED IT THREE TIMES DEALER EVEN TRIED, BUT WANTS ME TO KEEP SPENDING MONEY ON OTHER IDEAS THEY HAVE OF WHAT THE PROBLEM IS
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-09
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 LINCOLN LS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE DROVE THROUGH A STOP SIGN AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. ONLY THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER WAS WEARING A SEAT BELT, BUT THE FORCE OF THE CRASH INJURED THE CONTACTS NECK, FRACTURED HIS BACK IN TWO PLACES, AND FRACTURED HIS STERNUM. THE CONTACT ALSO SUSTAINED EXTENSIVE PAINS IN THE LOWER BACK AND BUTTOCKS DUE TO NO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE UPON IMPACT. THE CONTACT HAD TO CONTINUE TREATMENTS AND WAS MEDICATED DAILY BECAUSE OF THE CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER. THE INSURANCE COMPANY TOWED THE VEHICLE TO A YARD AND THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN IF THEY INVESTIGATED THE FAILURE IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE INSURANCE COMPANY. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT AVAILABLE.
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-14
- VIN: 1LNHM87A22Y
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DEALER SOLD ME A VEHICLE THAT THE ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTED AWAY. BIG RUST HOLES ON UNDERCARRIAGE
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-02
- VIN: 1LNHM87A62Y
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: NO MATTER WHAT IS DONE THE CHECK TRANSMISSION AND EVERYTHING ERROR COMES UP AND CAR SHIFTS HARD AND SLIPS I SEE I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE HAVING THIS PROBLEM SEEMS ALL OF THE LS CARS ARE DOING THE SAME THING.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-30
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING DOWN PRESTON HWY I REAR ENDED A TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME AS I WAS UNABLE TO STOP IN TIME. POTENTIAL TOTALED CAR WITH HEAVY FRONT END DAMAGE YET THE AIR BAG NEVER DEPLOYED. 207,000 MILES ON THE CAR.
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-04
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: 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. ABOUT 1.5 YR AGO (MAY 2014) MY AC /HEATER CORE FLUID BEGAN LEAKING. IT WORSENED WHEN AC WAS TURNED HIGH, TOOK ABOUT 2 MONTHS BEFORE BURNING SMELL WAS CONTINUOUSLY COMING FROM ENGINE AFTER RUNNING AC AND FLUID WAS ALWAYS DRIPPING. 6 MONTHS (JAN 2016) AGO MY BRAKE PEDAL BEGAN FLUTTERING WHEN DEPRESSED. I HAD THE CONTROL ARMS, BALL JOINTS AND BRAKES/ROTORS REPLACED. THE BRAKE PEDAL STILL FLUTTERS WHEN SLOWING FROM 30 MPH QUICKLY. MY LINCOLN LS MILEAGE IS 86,605
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-04-11
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2002 LINCOLN LS , AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CONTINUES TO STAY ON. AFRAID TO DRIVE CAR FOR FEAR OF AIR BAG NOT WORKING IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. THIS LINCOLN LS MILEAGE IS 73,503
STEERING,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-15
- VIN: 1LNHM87A42Y
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE BALL JOINT WAS LOOSEN CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOWER CONTROL ARM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THREE MONTHS LATER THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 212,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-19
- VIN: 1LNHM87A12Y
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LINCOLN LS. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE EMERGENCY BRAKES ALSO FAILED TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE IN ORDER TO SLOW DOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-20
- VIN: 1LNHM87A72Y
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET WENT TO A STOP LIGHT STOPPED AND AS I PROCEEDED TO GO IT STARTED SOUNDING LIKE A BUS THE SOUND UNDERNEATH THE HOOD OF A CAR AND IT WAS ACTING LIKE IT WAS SLIPPING I PULLED OVER TURN MY CAR OFF GOT BACK IN AND STARTED GOING AGAIN AND IT GOT LOUDER THE NOISE DID IT SOUNDED LIKE A BIG BUS AND IT FELT LIKE IT WAS PULLING ME DRAGGING ME BACK LIKE AS IF I HAD THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON OR SOMETHING BUT I DID NOT. THEN I STARTED TO SMELL SOMETHING BURNING LIGHT OIL OR SOMETHING
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-03
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1LNHM87A72Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 LINCOLN LS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THERE WAS DEBRIS IN THE ROAD THAT CAUSED THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE TO SEIZE. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A GUARD RAIL. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED CONTUSIONS TO THE HEAD, FRACTURED RIBS, AND A BRUISED STERNUM THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-12-10
- VIN: 1LNHM86S22Y
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS AFTER IT GETS TO 40 MPH FROM 5TH GEAR TO 4TH GEAR.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-01
- VIN: 1LNHM87A72Y
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING OUT OF GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE THERMOSTAT, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 125,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-21
- VIN: 1LNHM86S32Y
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE TRAILING ARM BECAME FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRAILING ARM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 131,000.
Negative 2002 Lincoln Ls car reviews
Positive 2002 Lincoln Ls car reviews
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The LS is an exceptional car, despite some minor issues. While I have experienced problems with the rear passenger window and heated seats, as well as some imperfections in the paint job, I still love my LS. It boasts a sleek black exterior with tinted windows, a high-profile spoiler, and stunning rims. The handling is superb, although there is a slight hesitation when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear. Additionally, the car tends to shift back into 2nd gear momentarily after reaching 3500 rpms. Finally, there is a noticeable gasoline odor when the tank is completely full.
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Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with my 2000 LS that I purchased back in October 1999. It was one of the early build models, built in July 1999. I've put 68,000 miles on it and it has been the most trouble-free car I've ever owned! The power is adequate, the roominess is even larger than a BMW 5-series, and the handling is phenomenal! It handles like a much smaller German sports sedan, which is amazing for a car this size. I would definitely recommend this car to anyone looking for a luxury sports sedan.
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Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with my 2002 LS8 sport after owning it for a week and driving it 600 miles. I've been experimenting with the SelectShift transmission in various situations and I'm happy to report that it's been performing really well for me. I haven't experienced any of the problems that I've seen mentioned frequently in reviews. When I shift it as one would normally do with a manual when RPMs are at a reasonable level, it reacts without delay and shifts smoothly. Even when shifting more aggressively, the transmission performs well.
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The Lincoln LS is an awesome machine, hands down. If you haven't driven one, you're missing out. The handling is great, and the power from the V8 is impressive. It also looks fantastic. Of course, there is always room for improvement - we all know about the interior storage, cupholders, and armrest, and the trunk hinges can be a bit of a nuisance. However, overall, I would rate it a 9 out of 10.
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I bought my LS in March, '02 about 120 miles from home. It's such a fun car to drive! On a recent trip in the mountains, my three passengers were hanging on for dear life, but the LS hugged the curves as if it were at home. I'm still breaking it in, but I get over 26 mpg on the interstate. Every time my wife rides in it, she comments on how smooth the ride is.
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Are you having problems with your 2002 Lincoln Ls?
Judah West 2024-09-04
I was really excited when I purchased my LS because I had always admired the car since Lincoln introduced it in 2000. Unfortunately, my experience was short-lived due to some major issues. After just a month of ownership, I had to pay $450 to replace the multi-function switch because my signal lights were acting up. Then, I had an engine misfire (which is a common problem on this vehicle) and had to replace the 3rd coil, all spark plugs, and both valve covers, which cost $1100. Lastly, my airbag light came on and it cost another $1000 to repair. I took the car to the Ford dealership for service and repair. After owning the vehicle for a year, I had to pay $2500 in non-maintenance repairs. I would advise staying away from Ford/Lincoln and the LS.
Magnus Effertz 2024-07-09
When I first bought this car, I was really impressed with it. However, over time, I noticed a decline in its quality and transmission. Unfortunately, the LS model has proven to be quite unreliable. I have had to take my car to the dealership for repairs about six times, including three times for issues with the AC, once for stuck windows, once for broken interior locks, and another time for engine problems. As a driver, I am disappointed with the build and quality of this car.
Casper Wiegand 2024-05-15
I have owned my 2002 LS for seven years now and it has been a reliable workhorse. Although the electrical system has had some issues over the years, it has always been covered under warranty and never caused any major problems. In my opinion, the 5-series BMW is not worth the extra money as the LS is a better vehicle. It's a shame that Ford stopped making them, as I would definitely buy another one. This decision is a clear example of why American auto manufacturers struggle to survive.
Diamond Moen 2024-04-11
I purchased the 02 LS V8 three years ago and encountered several issues that required costly repairs. Despite its attractive appearance, the car's maintenance expenses, including the cost of tires, were high. Based on my experience, I have decided not to purchase a Ford/Lincoln again. Additionally, the gas mileage was not satisfactory. I recommend considering other options before making a purchase.