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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2002 Lincoln Blackwood recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2002 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA recalls data · as of 2026-10-26| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA recalls data · as of 2026-10-26| Jul 29, 201111V385000 | Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assemblyAS A RESULT OF THE CORROSION, ONE OR BOTH STRAPS MAY FAIL ALLOWING THE FUEL LINES TO SEPARATE FROM THE TANK, OR IN SOME CASES, CAUSING THE TANK TO CONTACT THE GROUND. DetailsHide details for campaign 11V385000
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| Jun 13, 200606E056000 | Fuel system, gasolineFAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR. DetailsHide details for campaign 06E056000
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| Sep 7, 200505V388000 | Vehicle speed controlA FIRE AT THE SWITCH COULD OCCUR. DetailsHide details for campaign 05V388000
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Owner complaints by component8
NHTSA complaints data · as of 2026-10-26| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 25 |
| Air bags | 1 | 13 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 13 |
| Engine | 1 | 13 |
| Engine and engine cooling:engine | 1 | 13 |
| Exterior lighting:headlights | 1 | 13 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 13 |
| Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/PCM/tecm) | 1 | 13 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 13 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 13 |
| Wheels | 1 | 13 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Service brakes
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 lincoln blackwood. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 mph, the passenger's side front wheel and brake line detached from the vehicle without warning.”
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
“11/23/2015 vehicle engine malfunctioned, overheated and stopped working while driving on the highway. Vehicle had to be towed to dealership. Dealership replaced engine and related parts and I picked up on 12/17/15.”
- Electrical system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 lincoln blackwood. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred numerous times.”
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2002 Lincoln Blackwood recall questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Lincoln Blackwood have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2002 Lincoln Blackwood. The most recent, 11V385000 (reported July 29, 2011), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2002 Lincoln Blackwood recalls for?
The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 2 campaigns. Others: vehicle speed control (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Lincoln Blackwood?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 8 filed with NHTSA (25%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2002 Lincoln Blackwood?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Lincoln recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lincoln dealer.
Recall guides
- What to do if your car has an open recallBooking the free repair, what the dealer can charge, loaners, parts delays and the 60-day rule in federal law.
- Are recalls free, and do they expire?The 15-year rule, the tire deadlines, second owners, out-of-warranty cars and what “free” actually covers.
- “Park outside” and “do not drive” recallsWhat the two strongest recall warnings mean, what to do the same day, and the newest campaigns that carry them.
- Recall reimbursement: getting paid back for a repairPaid for the fix before the recall? The eligibility window, the receipts you need and the 60-day answer rule.
Check a specific Lincoln by VIN
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