2000 Lincoln Ls: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2000 Lincoln Ls: 1 recall, 354 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #00V359001 · 2000 · 82,300 vehicles
What's wrong: The front suspension lower ball joints were not tightened to specifications when they were attached to the lower control arms.
Why it matters: 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.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (123): the most common themes are noise or vibration (37), steering problems (25).
- Airbags (47): the most common themes are warning light on (15), fails to deploy (8).
- Engine & cooling (42): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (16), warning light on (7).
- Transmission & drivetrain (38): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (15), stalls / loses power (5).
The 2000 Lincoln Ls has 354 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 7 Ls model years for complaints (2.5× the average Ls year). Complaints peaked in 2004 (42 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 76,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (240 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 18 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 23 | 18 | Premium |
| 3.9 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 17 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2000 Lincoln Ls have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2000 Lincoln Ls. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2000 Lincoln Ls problems?
Owners have filed 354 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (123), airbags (47), engine & cooling (42).
What gas mileage does the 2000 Lincoln Ls get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2000 Lincoln Ls repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.