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2005 Lincoln LS recalls and problems

1 recall and 90 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Lincoln LS.

1
recalls
90
owner complaints
4
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2005 Lincoln LS recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

NHTSA campaign 05V113000 · reported March 18, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 56 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tank may have a localized thin wall section in the lower half of the tank. The fuel tank may crack creating a potential for a fuel leak and fuel odor. The "service engine soon" indicator may illuminate.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673, lincoln at 1-800-521-4140.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 11, 2023 · Air bags · crash reported

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

May 31, 2022 · Tires · 100,000 miles

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 place. The contact drove the vehicle to…

Mar 7, 2022 · Fuel/propulsion system

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.

Jun 18, 2020 · Fuel system, gasoline · 125,810 miles

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 REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED…

Jun 10, 2020 · Air bags · 130,000 miles

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 DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT…

LS model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2002 0121210
2003 16830
2004 09181
2005 19040
2006 01820

Across all years, the 2000 LS has the most complaints (354). All Lincoln LS years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Lincoln LS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Lincoln LS, the most recent reported on March 18, 2005 (Fuel system, gasoline: storage). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lincoln LS?
Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (21 complaints), followed by power train (17).
How many 2005 Lincoln LS complaints mention a crash or fire?
4 of 90 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 11, 2023.