Lincoln Nautilus complaints by model year
230 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| 2023 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 2019 | 102 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2019–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 28 | 17 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 29 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 16 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Engine | 15 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Lincoln Nautilus recalls (23)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Nautilus model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V372000 | Jun 9, 2026 | Instrument Cluster May Go Blank on Start-Up/FMVSS 101 | 2019 | — |
| 26V377000 | Jun 9, 2026 | Steering Wheel Hands-Off Detection Alerts May Fail | 2019 | — |
| 26V165000 | Mar 18, 2026 | Loss of Rearview Camera Image and ADAS Features | 2024, 2025 | 36.7% |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power from EGR Valve Failure | 2025 | — |
| 25V518000 | Aug 8, 2025 | Window Automatic Reversal System Malfunction/FMVSS 118 | 2024, 2025 | 57.3% |
| 25V519000 | Aug 8, 2025 | Headlights May Fail/FMVSS 108 | 2025 | 84.7% |
| 25V442000 | Jun 27, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2019, 2020 | 54.8% |
| 25V337000 | May 23, 2025 | Panoramic and Center Display Failure/FMVSS 111 | 2024 | 96.7% |
| 25V343000 | May 23, 2025 | Block Heater May Overheat and Cause Fire | 2024, 2025 | 57.4% |
| 25V315000 | May 9, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2021, 2022, 2023 | 90.4% |
| 25V237000 | Apr 11, 2025 | Power Windows May Pinch/FMVSS 118 | 2024 | 59.3% |
| 24V953000 | Dec 20, 2024 | Power Windows May Pinch/FMVSS 118 | 2024, 2025 | 79.3% |
| 24V635000 | Aug 23, 2024 | Engine Intake Valves May Break | 2021, 2022 | 62.9% |
| 24V597000 | Aug 9, 2024 | Power Windows May Pinch/FMVSS 118 | 2024 | 84.8% |
| 23V439000 | Jun 23, 2023 | Rear Shock Absorbers Manufactured Incorrectly | 2023 | 96.5% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Lincoln Nautilus FAQ
How many recalls has the Lincoln Nautilus had?
NHTSA lists 23 recall campaigns that cover at least one Lincoln Nautilus model year from 2019 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Lincoln Nautilus year has the most complaints?
Among the last 3 model years with settled counts, the 2019 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (102) and the 2021 the fewest (24). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Lincoln Nautilus problems?
Across the 2019–2026 model years, owners most often name the power train, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Lincoln Nautilus get?
EPA rates the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus at 24 to 30 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.