Lincoln Navigator years to avoid and best years
Newer Lincoln Navigator years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2024 has the most complaints per year, at 5 (16 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2012 at 0 (from 12 complaints), 2014 at 0 (from 17 complaints), and 2015 at 0 (from 21 complaints). The Lincoln Navigator 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2024 Lincoln Navigator, 2 of 16 complaints name Suspension, Wheels.
Data as of .
2012
2014
2015
2025–26
Lincoln Navigator 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 Navigator. 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 | 2 | — | 17 |
| 2025 → Too early | 6 | 12 | 6 | Air bags, Structure | 17 |
| 2024 → Most | 5 | 16 | 7 | Suspension, Wheels | 18 |
| 2023 → | 2 | 7 | 8 | Electrical system, Back-over prevention | 18.3 |
| 2022 → | 4 | 21 | 14 | Electrical system | 18.5 |
| 2021 → | 4 | 33 | 12 | Engine | 17.7 |
| 2020 → | 1 | 32 | 13 | Powertrain | 18.3 |
| 2019 → | 2 | 80 | 10 | Seat belts | 18.3 |
| 2018 → | 2 | 52 | 12 | Powertrain | 18.3 |
| 2017 → | 1 | 31 | 5 | Service brakes | 16.8 |
| 2016 → | 1 | 25 | 4 | Service brakes | 17 |
| 2015 → Fewest | 0 | 21 | 4 | Electrical system | 17 |
| 2014 → Fewest | 0 | 17 | 0 | Powertrain | 15.5 |
| 2013 → | 1 | 14 | 0 | Powertrain | 15.5 |
| 2012 → Fewest | 0 | 12 | 3 | Powertrain | 15.5 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-20 full synthetic (3.5L EcoBoost V6) · 4.5 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 285/45R22 (common Black Label)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 22V-250 covers certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles, along with other Ford trucks and SUVs: the windshield wiper arms may break. Dealers inspect and replace the wiper arms if needed.
Frequently asked questions
Which Lincoln Navigator years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2012 at 0 (from 12 complaints), 2014 at 0 (from 17 complaints), and 2015 at 0 (from 21 complaints).
Which Lincoln Navigator year has the most owner complaints?
2024 has the most complaints per year, at 5 (16 complaints). On the 2024 Lincoln Navigator, 2 of 16 complaints name Suspension, Wheels.
How do Lincoln Navigator owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Lincoln Navigator years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones.
Which Lincoln Navigator years are too early to compare?
The Lincoln Navigator 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 Navigator take?
U554 Navigators with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 use 0W-20 full synthetic; capacity is about 4.5 quarts with filter.
What does recall 22V-250 cover on the Navigator?
Certain 2020-2021 Navigators (with other Ford trucks/SUVs): windshield wiper arms may break. Dealers inspect and replace them if needed.
What tire size is common on Black Label Navigators?
285/45R22 is a common Black Label fitment; confirm the door placard for your trim.