2013 Lincoln Navigator reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2013 Lincoln Navigator holds 14 complaints after 14 years, a rate of 1 per year. Navigator years here cluster close together — the other years’ median is 1 complaints per year. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (6 of 14), then Electrical system (3) and Engine (2). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.
The 2012 Navigator has 12 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2014 has 17 complaints, 0 per year. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2013 Lincoln Navigator. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (14 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety-related braking system issue with my 2013 Lincoln Navigator (VIN: [XXX]), which has fewer than 90,000 miles. The vehicle's brake control module, which is associated with…"
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"VEHICLE DOWNSHIFTED WHILE DRIVING. SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO SHIFT OUT OF GEAR UPON ACCELERATION. CLUSTER SHOWED WRENCH AND ENGINE LIGHT. TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF THEN…"
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"While operating my 2013 Lincoln Navigator under normal driving conditions, a spark plug ejected from the cylinder head, causing immediate and catastrophic engine failure. The engine lost power and began producing severe…"
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"While driving at approximately 65-70 mph on a major interstate, the engine experienced a sudden catastrophic failure without warning. This caused an immediate loss of power and power steering/braking assist, making the…"
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"My truck on a few occasions suddenly down shift hard and on its own without warning, it could very much have cause an accident and could have been deadly at highway speeds, at the same time the speedometer would go to 0…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2013 Lincoln Navigator EXTENDED SUV 4x2 | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars |
| 2013 Lincoln Navigator EXTENDED SUV 4x4 | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2013 Lincoln Navigator SUV 4x2 | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars |
| 2013 Lincoln Navigator SUV 4x4 | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Navigator two-wheel drive flex-fuel | 5.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG | $4050 |
| Navigator four-wheel drive flex-fuel | 5.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Part-time four-wheel drive | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG | $4300 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Lincoln Navigator reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2013 Lincoln Navigator holds 14 complaints after 14 years, a rate of 1 per year. Navigator years here cluster close together — the other years’ median is 1 complaints per year. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2013 Lincoln Navigator?
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (6 of 14), then Electrical system (3) and Engine (2). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2013 Lincoln Navigator more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2012 Navigator has 12 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2014 has 17 complaints, 0 per year. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.
Has the 2013 Lincoln Navigator been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2013 Lincoln Navigator.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 Lincoln Navigator?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the 2013 Lincoln Navigator with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2013 Lincoln Navigator get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2013 Lincoln Navigator is 15.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
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.