Lincoln Nautilus years to avoid and best years
Newer Lincoln Nautilus years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2019 has the most complaints per year, at 13 (102 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2022 at 0 (from 13 complaints), 2021 at 1 (from 21 complaints), and 2020 at 1 (from 33 complaints). The Lincoln Nautilus 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus, 19 of 102 complaints name Powertrain.
Data as of .
2022
2021
2020
2025–26
Lincoln Nautilus reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Lincoln Nautilus. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 27 |
| 2025 → Too early | 11 | 21 | 6 | Back-over prevention | 27 |
| 2024 → | 7 | 22 | 7 | Service brakes | 27 |
| 2023 → | 2 | 7 | 3 | Electrical system, Unknown or other | 22.2 |
| 2022 → Fewest | 0 | 13 | 2 | Structure | 22.2 |
| 2021 → Fewest | 1 | 21 | 2 | Structure | 22.2 |
| 2020 → Fewest | 1 | 33 | 5 | Powertrain | 22 |
| 2019 → Most | 13 | 102 | 8 | Powertrain | 22 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 5W-30 (2.0L turbo or 2.7L turbo V6) · 5.5 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 245/60R18
Known issues for this generation
Recall 24V635000 covers certain 2021-2022 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles (with Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, and Aviator) equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine whose intake valves may break while driving, which can cause engine failure and loss of drive power; dealers perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as needed. Recall 20V414000 covers certain 2019-2020 Nautilus vehicles (with 2016-2018 MKX) equipped with 16-way electric tilt seats where the seat cushion frame edge may contact and damage the wire harness; dealers install protective flocking tape and inspect the harness. Recall 25V442000 covers certain 2019-2020 Nautilus vehicles among a large multi-model rearview-camera software campaign; dealers update rearview camera software.
Frequently asked questions
Which Lincoln Nautilus years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2022 at 0 (from 13 complaints), 2021 at 1 (from 21 complaints), and 2020 at 1 (from 33 complaints).
Which Lincoln Nautilus year has the most owner complaints?
2019 has the most complaints per year, at 13 (102 complaints). On the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus, 19 of 102 complaints name Powertrain.
How do Lincoln Nautilus owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Lincoln Nautilus years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones.
Which Lincoln Nautilus years are too early to compare?
The Lincoln Nautilus 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What oil does a Lincoln Nautilus take?
5W-30 for the 2.0L turbo or 2.7L turbo V6; capacity about 5.5 qt—confirm in the owner’s manual for your engine.
Is there an EcoBoost engine recall on the Nautilus?
Recall 24V635000 covers certain 2021-2022 Nautilus vehicles (with Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, and Aviator) with 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engines whose intake valves may break.