2002 Lincoln LS vs 2002 Volkswagen Passat
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Lincoln LS | 2002 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 121 | 636 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 109 | 220 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 46 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,503 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln LS | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 220 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 135 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 47 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 55 |
| Suspension | 24 | 16 |
| Power Train | 15 | 25 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 11 |
| Visibility | 8 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 57 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 37 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 29 |
2002 Lincoln LS
2002 Volkswagen Passat
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.