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2000 Lincoln LS problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 458 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.3 times the median LS year — the 2000 model ranks #1 of 7 LS years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include one death and 14 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

Suspension leads the complaint categories with 133 reports (29% of the total).

458

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

27

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

14

Injuries

1

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other LS years?

LS NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted458 complaints2000: 458 complaints2001: 319 complaints2002: 179 complaints2003: 113 complaints2004: 140 complaints2005: 132 complaints2006: 25 complaints
LS NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Lincoln LS problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Suspension13329%
Engine4810%
Airbags4810%
Transmission388%
Electrical System266%
Speed Control235%
Brakes215%
Visibility & Wipers204%
Other163%
Steering163%
Body & Structure163%
Lighting133%
Tires & Wheels133%
Latches & Locks82%
Seats82%
Fuel System72%
Seat Belts31%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)10%

Does the 2000 Lincoln LS have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

00V359001SuspensionNovember 3, 2000 · 82,300 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATIONS WHEN THEY WERE ATTACHED TO THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“SUSPENSION: FRONT: CONTROL ARM: LOWER BALL JOINT STUD FAILED WHILE TRAVELING AT 50 MPH RESULTING IN A ONE VEHICLE ACCIDENT AND DAMAGE TO FENDER AND SEVERAL OTHER ATTACHED COMPONENTS. TO MY KNOWLEDGE AS WELL AS CARFAX REPORT, THIS CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN FOR THE RECALL. DEALER SERVICE MANAGER SAYS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · December 15, 2006 · crash

“DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SITTING IN VEHICLE AT A COMPLETE STOP HE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. THE CONTACT'S WAS HIT FROM BEHIND BY ANOTHER VEHICLE, AND IT, IN TURN , HIT A VEHICLE FROM BEHIND. UPON IMPACT, NEITHER OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. HE HAD THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT REPORTED THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · November 17, 2005 · crash

“I PURCHASED THE 2000 LINCOLN LS IN NOVEMBER 2002. I HAVE HAD BREAK TROUBLE AT THE COST OF $1000. IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS, I HAVE BEEN INFORMED THAT THE CAR HAS HAD CATOSTROPHIC DAMAGE AND WOULD BE BETTER OFF BUYING A NEW ENGINE. I'M HIGHLY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS OCCURRENCE AND REQUEST AN IMMEDIATE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 4, 2003

“NHTSA RECALL 00-V-35-000: CONSUMER'S TWO YEARS OLD SON, ENGAGED THE VEHICLE FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND DAMAGED A FENCE AND THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AS WELL. DEALER NOTIFIED. CONSUMER HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS MENTIONED IN RECALL; HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 16, 2003 · crash

“WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK THE SEAT BELT LIGHT WAS ON AND WAS ON AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT. *SC”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 27, 2003 · crash

2000 Lincoln LS — common questions

Is the 2000 Lincoln LS reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 458 complaints put the 2000 model at #1 of 7 LS years. It is one of the LS years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 LS problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are suspension (133 complaints), engine (48 complaints), airbags (48 complaints).

Does the 2000 Lincoln LS have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2000 Lincoln LS. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lincoln LS years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the LS years to avoid are 2000, 2001. The cleanest record among LS years belongs to 2006.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.