2024 Lincoln NavigatorProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2024 Lincoln Navigator, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-852 the manufacturer reports only 65% of affected cars repaired.

2024 Lincoln Navigator

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 8, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2024 Lincoln Navigator has problems

16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Suspension50
Power train41
Electrical system32
Wheels30
Forward collision avoidance21
Lane departure22
Service brakes, hydraulic10
Vehicle speed control11
Visibility/wiper10
6 other systems63

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

7 recalls

2024 Lincoln Navigator recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

57%repaired · 2026 Q3

Back over prevention: software

New

Recall 26V-165 · Mar 18, 2026 · 254,640 vehicles · 146,059 repaired

Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

84%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

New

Recall 26V-104 · Feb 20, 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles · 3,685,828 repaired

Risk. Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users,…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

84%repaired · 2026 Q3

Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 25V-314 · May 9, 2025 · 273,789 vehicles · 229,493 repaired

Risk. A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

93%repaired · 2026 Q3

Back over prevention: software

Recall 25V-315 · May 9, 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles · 1,002,966 repaired

Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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70%repaired · 2026 Q3

Engine: oil/lubrication

Recall 25V-198 · Mar 28, 2025 · 4,356 vehicles · 3,030 repaired

Risk. A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

77%repaired · 2026 Q3

Engine: oil/lubrication

Recall 24V-851 · Dec 20, 2024 · 2,490 vehicles · 1,913 repaired

Risk. A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

65%repaired · 2026 Q3

Other: labels

Recall 24V-852 · Nov 8, 2024 · 27,678 vehicles · 18,122 repaired

Risk. Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lincoln.

Best & worst years

2024 vs. every other Navigator year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Navigator median. How we score

'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2024 Lincoln Navigator safety ratings

2024 Lincoln Navigator SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Rollover: 4 stars (19.1% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
  • Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words

What Navigator owners report

Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The vehicle vibrates, specially over 50MPH. Problem reported 3 times to Lincoln. Lincoln claims they know there is an issue with 2024 navigators drivability, but cannot offer a solution at this time.
Complaint 11683719 · Aug 28, 2025
Tires keep losing balance. From my initial test drive of this new 2024 Lincoln Navigator L, I have noticed a rough ride and vibrations, especially at highway speeds. Initially, 1 tire was identified as not being able to be road force balanced within spec as the cause of the vibration and that tire…
Complaint 11673345 · Jul 14, 2025
From the initial test drive, I have felt an unusual vibration felt in both the steering wheel and seat while driving the vehicle. This vibration becomes more pronounced at higher speeds, especially after 70+ MPH, but still noticeable at lower speeds at 45+ MPH. Tires were initially blamed as the…
Complaint 11664534 · Jun 3, 2025

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