2001 Lincoln LS
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Suspension, Wheels & Tires leads by volume: 117 of 240 complaints (49%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 354 in 2000 to 240 in 2001.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | vs. 2001 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,300–4,550 | 4,100–4,550 | 4,100–4,550 | 3,700–4,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 17–18 | 17–19 | 17–19 | 18–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–16 / 22–23 | 15–16 / 22–23 | 15–16 / 22–23 | 16–18 / 22–25 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494–523 | 468–523 | 468–523 | 423–494 | |
| Complaints filed | 354 | 240 | 121 | 68 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 18 | 20 | 21 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 11 | 13 | 9 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2001 Lincoln LS have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2001 Lincoln LS?
Suspension, Wheels & Tires: 117 of 240 NHTSA complaints (49%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2001 Lincoln LS get?
EPA rates it 17–19 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2001 Lincoln LS?
EPA estimates $4,100–$4,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 16 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | $4,100 (low) | 468 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 16 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | $4,100 (low) | 468 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (high) | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 3.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 523 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S5) | 8 | 3.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 523 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 14 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 14 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 117 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 34 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 11 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT · Campaign 00V359001 · Nov 3, 2000
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.