2005 Lincoln Ls: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2005 Lincoln Ls: 1 recall, 90 owner complaints and up to 20 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.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #05V113000 · 2005 · 56 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (21): the most common themes are warning light on (8), stalls / loses power (4).
- Transmission & drivetrain (17): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (8), warning light on (7), stalls / loses power (3).
- Engine & cooling (13): the most common themes are warning light on (4).
- Airbags (10): the most common themes are deploys unexpectedly / inflator (4), fails to deploy (2).
The 2005 Lincoln Ls has 90 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 7 Ls model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 140). Complaints peaked in 2010 (20 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 59,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2004 (91 complaints, 0 recalls), 2006 (18 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
| 3.9 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Premium |
| 3.9 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2005 Lincoln Ls have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2005 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 2005 Lincoln Ls problems?
Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (21), transmission & drivetrain (17), engine & cooling (13).
What gas mileage does the 2005 Lincoln Ls get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2005 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.