2014 Lincoln Navigator Problems & Complaints

Better than average49% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Navigator at the same age

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the 2014 Lincoln Navigator with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 49% fewer than a typical Navigator model year at the same age, making the 2014 one of the better Navigator years. The most reported problem area is the transmission & drivetrain (7 complaints, typically around 90,000 miles).

17complaints
0recalls
2crashes
0fires
1injuries
0deaths

Most common 2014 Lincoln Navigator problems

  • Transmission & drivetrain~90,000 miles
    741%
  • Electrical system~34,000 miles
    318%
  • Other / not specified~54,000 miles
    318%
  • Lights~0 miles
    212%
  • Speed control & acceleration~106,000 miles
    212%
  • Brakes~134,000 miles
    212%
  • Engine & cooling~54,000 miles
    212%
  • Body & structure~134,000 miles
    16%
  • Stability & traction control~134,000 miles
    16%
  • Suspension
    16%
  • A/C & heater~122,000 miles
    16%

Share of the 17 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Lincoln Navigator complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Lincoln Navigator. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Navigator years: 2011, 2013, 2012. Years to avoid: 2019, 2018, 2024, 2021, 2020. Compare all years →

What 2014 Lincoln Navigator owners say

Transmission & drivetrain

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a lower gear, and the vehicle decelerated to 25 MPH within 4-5 seconds. The power train warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the warning light was no longer illuminated, and the vehicle responded as needed while driving. The vehicle was taken to Firestone, where DTC: P0722 was retrieved, and the vehicle was diagnosed with output shaft speed sensor failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a related recall. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was not related to a recall. …

60,000 miles · Mar 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would independently downshift which would lead to an abrupt slowdown of the vehicle. The contact stated that both the power train and fuel tank warning symbols would appear on the instrument panel after the failure. The contact would then restart the vehicle and resume normal driving shortly after the failure. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who was initially unable to duplicate the failure. The mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and discovered that the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) was defective. The mechanic also reached out to a dealer who informed him that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. …

82,000 miles · Jul 2020

Electrical system

the vehicle's antitheft system automatically triggers. There are two different events here: 1. Anti theft system triggers when the engine is off. When I attempt to start the car, the engine will not activate. By going through a series of locking and unlocking attempts (via key fob, via door locks, via keyless entry) I can eventually get the engine started. This event happens every other day. 2. Anti theft system triggers when the engine is on, while driving on the road. This results in the engine shutting off, and both the steering wheel and brake pedal locking up. I took the vehicle to a Lincoln dealer (Dave Sinclair Lincoln St. …

Aug 2025

Intermittent extreme static noise from speakers with radio off and volume off. So loud you have to exit vehicle. Very dangerous because you immediately cover your ears. Happened three times while vehicle was moving. Once on highway.

34,000 miles · Mar 2019

2014 Lincoln Navigator engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
5.4L 8-cyl6-speed automaticRWD14 / 20 / 16
5.4L 8-cyl6-speed automatic4WD13 / 18 / 15

EPA ratings. Class: SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Lincoln Navigator a good car?

Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Navigator rates better than average: 49% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Navigator at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Lincoln Navigator?

The transmission & drivetrain — 7 complaints, 41% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (3) and lights (2).

How many recalls does the 2014 Lincoln Navigator have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2014 Lincoln Navigator. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Lincoln Navigator?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2011, 2013 and 2012. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2019, 2018, 2024, 2021 and 2020. See the full Lincoln Navigator years comparison.

At what mileage do 2014 Lincoln Navigator problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 90,000 miles; 25% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.