Is the 2005 LINCOLN LS safe to drive?

The 2005 LINCOLN LS has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 05V113000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

What Happened

The fuel tank in your vehicle has a thin spot on the bottom that could crack and leak fuel. This might make you smell gasoline and trigger the 'check engine' light.

Risk if Unfixed

If the tank cracks, it could leak fuel and catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby. This could cause a serious fire.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your dealer will replace the entire fuel tank with a new one at no cost to you. Just schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #05V113000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 05V113000

What This Recall Means

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?