2001 Lincoln LS recalls and problems

The 2001 Lincoln LS has 1 safety recall and 240 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lincoln dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

240

Crashes / fires

20 / 1

Injuries / deaths

13 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Lincoln LS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Lincoln LS recalls

Recall 00V-359: Suspension

Reported Nov 3, 2000 · 82,300 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front suspension lower ball joints were not tightened to specifications when they were attached to the lower control arms.

Risk: If the ball joint attaching nuts are not adequately tightened, they can loosen and, ultimately, result in fracture of the ball joint stud. If the ball joint fractures, control of the vehicle could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the torque on the two ball joint attaching nuts. Vehicles with loose ball joint attaching nuts will either have the fasteners tightened to specification, or if necessary, the ball joints will be replaced.

2001 Lincoln LS problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	119
Air Bags	33
Engine and Engine Cooling	26
Visibility	17
Electrical System	16
Power Train	14
Steering	14
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	13
Vehicle Speed Control	11
Structure	11
Wheels	9
Equipment	7

Most reported parts

Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint — 67
Suspension › Front — 21
Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 10
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 8
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 6
Air Bags › Frontal — 6
Electrical System › Ignition — 5
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 5

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 88,006 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Lincoln LS complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Suspension · at 114,000 miles · reported Apr 24, 2023

The contact owns a 2001 Lincoln LS. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the front suspension ball joint detached. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic; however, it was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 00V359001 (Suspension). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.

Suspension · at 114,000 miles · reported Apr 24, 2023

The contact owns a 2001 Lincoln LS. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH the contact heard an abnormal noise. The contact was able to pull over on the side of the road and the contact noticed the front passenger side tire had separated from the joint. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the vehicle was experiencing a similar failure as NHTSA Campaign Number: 00V359001 (Suspension). The dealer was contacted, and the dealer stated that the vehicle was not under any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the…

Suspension · at 148,000 miles · reported Mar 29, 2021

The contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal popping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehcile began to shake back and forth violently which caused the contact to pull the vehicle over to side of the road. The contact had the vehicle towed back to his residence. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact who is a certified mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with a fractured ball joint. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 148,000.

Structure · at 99,999 miles · reported Jan 26, 2018

The contact owns a 2001 lincoln ls. While driving 55 MPH, the engine overheated and stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that the driver's door handle fractured. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The mechanic was unable to retrieve a fault code. The contact was informed that the antifreeze reservoir needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 99,999.

Air Bags · at 90,000 miles · reported Sep 9, 2016

Air bag clockspring defective. Vehicle needs clockspring replacement as airbags currently will not inflate in the event of an accident.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Lincoln LS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Lincoln LS: 00V-359 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Lincoln LS?

Owners report suspension problems most often (119 reports), followed by air bags (33). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 88,006 miles.

Are Lincoln recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lincoln dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.