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This 2005 Lincoln Ls has 90 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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2005 Lincoln Ls Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2005 Lincoln Ls trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2005 Lincoln Ls Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2005 Lincoln Ls has 90 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Lincoln
- Model
- Ls
- Model year
- 2005
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 90
- Crash-related complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 20
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 17 / 24
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Optional
Common problems
Most common 2005 Lincoln Ls problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2005 Lincoln Ls?
This LINCOLN LS year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2005 Lincoln Ls
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The LINCOLN LS has 90 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. 4 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 90 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 1 federal recall campaign
- 4 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2005 Lincoln Ls complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Lincoln Ls. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 22 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 21 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2005 Lincoln Ls. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Car accident with full left side impaction door will not open doors will not open and I was not able to move out of my seat and yet I was stuck behind the steering wheel behind smashed impacted buckled, steering wheel did not deploy the airbags
The contact owns a 2005 Lincoln LS. The contact stated all four tires melted and rusted to the ground and the belly of the vehicle fell out. The contact also stated the vehicle was overheated. There were no warning lights. The contact put tape underneath the engine to keep it in …
The fuel tank needs replacement due to a crack in the fuel tank is causing fumes in the vehicle. Exactly like the recall of 2005 Lincoln LS, that the dealership cannot find because it is more than 15 years.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A FUEL ODOR COMING FORM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 15-20 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO NECK AND MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS PROVIDED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A RELATIVES HOME. THE LOCAL D…
BALL JOINTS, OUTER TIE ROD ENDS AND STEERING SECTION GOES BAD, DOING A LOT OF POPPING AND CREAKING. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LINCOLN LS. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF A TIRE BLEW OUT. AFTERWARDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAI…
OVER HEATS CONSTANTLY THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS CAR DEFFINATLEY MANUFACTURER PROBLEM
COILS KEEP FAILING ON LOW MILEAGE CAR. ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH VARIOUS COMPONENTS AND SECURITY ALARM GOES OFF MANY TIMES EACH DAY.
DROVE ABOUT 30 MILES SLOW DOWN TO A RED LIGHT WHEN ENGINE WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE BUT DID NOT THROW ANY CODES. THERE WAS NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AT ALL. IT TOOK A COUPLE OF TRIES TO GET IT RUNNING AGAIN. I AM VERY CONCERNED FOR MY SAFETY WHILE DRIVING EXTENSIVELY ON HIGHWAYS WITHO…
WHEN I PUT THE TRUCK IN PARK THEN WHEN IAM READY TO PULL OFF IT STUCK IN PARK PLUS MY AIRBAG LIGHT WONT GO OUT
THE 2005 LINCOLN LS LEFT THE ROAD, HIT A DITCH, AND OVERTURNED SEVERAL TIMES IN A FIELD. THE VEHICLE OVERTURNED SIDE TO SIDE. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING THE CRASH. THE DRIVER SEAT AND THE PASSENGER SEAT WE'RE BOTH OCCUPIED AT THE TIME OF THE CRASH. WE DO NOT BELIEVE THAT T…
THE CAR TURNS ON AND RUNS BUT LOSES POWER RANDOMLY. IT EITHER SPUTTERS DEAD OR STALLS AND BACKFIRES. WHEN I TURN IT OFF AND TURN IT BACK ON IT REPEATS THE CYCLE. I HAVE REPLACED FUEL PUMPS, THROTTLE BODY AND MAF SENSORS. AND STILL NO LUCK I SEE ON THE LINCOLN FORUMS THAT THIS IS …
ETC ENGINE FAIL SAFE - ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL REPLACED WITH OE... CONTINUES TO PRODUCE AN ETC ENGINE FAIL SAFE AND NO CODE(S) SPECIFICS FOR FAULTY COILS (OR WHICH COILS) (3 BAD COILS & PASSENGER SIDE VALVE/SPARK PLUG COVER GASKETS) OR POSSIBLE FAULTY ALTERNATOR. ALSO, CLIMAT…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LINCOLN LS. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
HAD JUST COME OFF FREEWAY AND PARKED. NOTICED THAT CLIMATE CONTROL WAS BLOWING HOT AIR (EXCESSIVELY). TURNING THE CONTROL TO COOLER SETTINGS JUST INCREASED THE BLAST OF HEAT. THE DUAL SETTING WAS NOT WORKING EITHER AS MOST AIR WAS BEING FORCED TO THE DRIVER SIDE. THE STRANGE THIN…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE PARKING BRAKE, ABS, AND TRACTION WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WHERE IT WAS TURN OFF AND RESTARTED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED AND…
I HAVE A REPEATED PROBLEM WHERE EXCESSIVE CORROSION AROUND THE WHEEL RIM CAUSES A LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE. I HAVE TO REPEATEDLY HAVE A MECHANIC GRIND AND RESEAL THE WHEEL RIM. BEAD SEALER ALONE IS INEFFECTIVE DUE TO THE LEVEL OF CORROSION. I CAN LOSE 15 -20 LBS OF PRESSURE IN AN HO…
WHEELS WERE FOUND TO BE DELAMINATING AND SEPARATING AT THE BASE MATERIAL LEVEL. ALL FOUR WHEELS . ONE TIRE HAD THE SEAL BEAD COMPLETELY MISSING . REPORTED TO LINCOLN / FORD SAME DATE ....THEY REPORTED THAT THIS WAS NOT A QUALITY PROBLEM AND OUT OF WARRANTY . CLEARLY THIS IS A SA…
CAR LOST POWER ON TURN INTO TRAFFIC, WRENCH LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WENT ON CAR, CAR WENT ON "LIMP HOME" MODE AS I ENTERED ONTO THE HIGHWAY AT VERY LOW SPEED. *TR
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2005 Lincoln Ls.
Safety recalls
2005 Lincoln Ls recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2005 Lincoln Ls. 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
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Questions
2005 Lincoln Ls buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2005 Lincoln Ls reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 90 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. This LINCOLN LS year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lincoln Ls?▾
#1: Engine Problems (22 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (21 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (17 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Lincoln Ls?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2005 Lincoln Ls?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2005 Lincoln Ls, NHTSA complaints include 4 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 90 total complaints. 6 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2005 Lincoln Ls have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2005 Lincoln Ls. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE. 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2005 Lincoln Ls?▾
This LINCOLN LS year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Lincoln Ls reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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