2003 Lincoln LS recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Lincoln LS; the most frequently affected component is wheels. Owners filed 68 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 4 model years of this model in the database, 2003 ranks #3 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints68

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Recalls (1)

WheelsCampaign 03V136000 · 07 Apr 2003

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17 inch chrome wheels, the chrome wheels were not heat-treated. These wheels may crack at the lug-nut holes, which could result in the loss of the lug-nut torque.

Risk: If this condition occurs, the driver may experience noise and/or vibration while driving the vehicle. Continued operation of the vehicle could result in the wheel separating from the hub, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wheels to make sure that all the wheels have been heat-treated. Any wheel that has not been heat-treated will be replaced. Owner notification began april 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact lincoln at 1-800-521-4140.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train14 · 35%

Engine7 · 18%

Electrical system7 · 18%

Service brakes5 · 12%

Wheels5 · 12%

Suspension4 · 10%

Vehicle speed control4 · 10%

Fuel/propulsion system3 · 8%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

I purchased my 2003 lincoln ls june/2015. Excellent condition, 35,000 miles. Interior immaculate condition leather seats and carpet virutally untouched. Underneath hood the same, hadn't look as if been driven. Exterior body and paint again excellent. The car appeared as if it had stood still in time. Upon…
Engine · Dec 2015 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 lincoln ls. While driving 35 mph she noticed the parking brake/ service engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel. Several days later while starting the ignition she noticed smoke under the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility. A…
Steering · Dec 2009 · NHTSA complaint record

The transmission failed and has to be replaced per grapevine ford in texas. These fords have had transmissions failing for years and you lazy people won't make them recall them. Exactly has does one get to own a government agency?? *tr
Power train · Feb 2011 · NHTSA complaint record

On a 2003 lincoln ls, the brakes have failed to engage properly about a dozen times over the past 2 years. Each time, the pavement is dry and free of debris or gravel. With each incident, there has been a 25%-75% loss of braking power with a grating, or metal-on-metal, sound coming from the front end. We have brought…
Service brakes · Nov 2009 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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