Lincoln Navigator complaints by model year
1,351 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| 2023 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| 2022 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 14 |
| 2021 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| 2020 | 32 | 2 | 2 | 13 |
| 2019 | 81 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| 2018 | 52 | 0 | 3 | 12 |
| 2017 | 31 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| 2016 | 25 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 2015 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 2014 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2007 | 45 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 2006 | 60 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| 2005 | 48 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 86 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | 127 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 | 32 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| 2001 | 81 | 6 | 11 | 3 |
| 2000 | 109 | 9 | 17 | 4 |
| 1999 | 132 | 7 | 12 | 5 |
| 1998 | 192 | 14 | 22 | 5 |
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, 2016–2025. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 2 | 1 | 20 | 22 | 18 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 12 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 1 | 2 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Lincoln Navigator recalls (68)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Navigator model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V402000 | Jun 24, 2026 | Vehicle Rollaway Risk | 2018–2021 | — |
| 26V372000 | Jun 9, 2026 | Instrument Cluster May Go Blank on Start-Up/FMVSS 101 | 2019 | — |
| 26V344000 | May 27, 2026 | Seat Belt May Fail to Retract or Extend | 2018–2022 | — |
| 26V204000 | Mar 31, 2026 | Windshield Wipers May Fail | 2021, 2022, 2023 | — |
| 26V165000 | Mar 18, 2026 | Loss of Rearview Camera Image and ADAS Features | 2022–2025 | 36.7% |
| 26V120000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Driver's Seat May Move Unexpectedly | 2026 | 72.1% |
| 26V104000 | Feb 20, 2026 | Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108 | 2022–2027 | 65.7% |
| 25V823000 | Dec 1, 2025 | Loss of Power Brake Assist | 2025 | 46.4% |
| 25V831000 | Dec 1, 2025 | Inoperative Rear Lightbar/FMVSS 108 | 2025 | 66.2% |
| 25V729000 | Oct 24, 2025 | Moonroof Wind Deflector May Detach | 2021, 2022 | 49.7% |
| 25V628000 | Sep 19, 2025 | Engine Compartment Fire | 2020 | 48.2% |
| 25V572000 | Sep 3, 2025 | Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 15.4% |
| 25V488000 | Jul 25, 2025 | Loss of Power Brake Assist | 2025 | 92.1% |
| 25V455000 | Jul 7, 2025 | Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail | 2021, 2022 | — |
| 25V439000 | Jun 27, 2025 | Air Bags May Deploy with Excessive Force | 2025 | 67.8% |
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★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4x2 |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4x2 |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | extended suv 4x2 |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | extended suv 4x2 |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4x2 |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | extended suv 4x2 |
| 2013 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4x2 |
| 2012 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | extended suv 4x2 |
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 Navigator FAQ
How many recalls has the Lincoln Navigator had?
NHTSA lists 68 recall campaigns that cover at least one Lincoln Navigator model year from 1998 to 2025. 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 Navigator year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2019 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (81) and the 2011 the fewest (9). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Lincoln Navigator problems?
Across the 2016–2025 model years, owners most often name the power train, electrical system, engine in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Lincoln Navigator get?
EPA rates the 2027 Lincoln Navigator at 17 to 18 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.