2019 Lincoln Navigator Seat Belt Problems

25 owners have reported seat belts problems with the 2019 Lincoln Navigator to NHTSA — 29% of all 85 complaints for this model year. The typical failure happened around 85,000 miles. That ranks #1 of 15 Navigator model years for seat belt complaints (a typical year has 1). 3 related recalls have been issued.

25complaints
85ktypical miles
3related recalls
2crashes
0fires
11injuries

Mileage when the problem started

  • Under 25k
    327%
  • 25k–50k
    19%
  • 50k–75k
    19%
  • 75k–100k
    327%
  • 100k–150k
    327%
  • 150k+
    00%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2019 Lincoln Navigator owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V099000 (SEAT BELTS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and allowing the engine to warm up, the contact attempted to buckle the seat belt and heard a loud pop and the seat belt started to retract with the contacts left arm in the seat belt harness. The contact stated that the Air Bags/SRS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the seat belt retractor was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. …

110,000 miles · Jul 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt had locked and had failed to extend as needed. The contact stated that the seat belt was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the seat belt assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V099000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

70,000 miles · Apr 2024

The contact owns a 2019 Licoln Navigator. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the front driver and passengers seat belts retactators seized. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with failed front drivers and passenger seat belts retractor. The contact was informed that the front driver's and passenger's seat belt retractors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed of an open recall assoicated with the contact's VIN, NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V344000 (Seat Belts) however the parts were unavailable. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately

93,000 miles · May 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the front driver's side seat belt pretensioner inadvertently deployed and released smoke. The vehicle was towed to the residence and could not be repaired by a mobile technician. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer, where it was determined that the seat belt needed to be replaced. The contact later received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V344000 (Seat Belts); however, the dealer informed the contact that the seat belt would be replaced out-of-pocket because the remedy was not yet available. The contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

85,000 miles · Aug 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side seat belt retractor pretensioner deployed. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V197000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.

117,000 miles · Aug 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while shifting the transmission from Reverse (R) to Drive (D), the driver's seat belt suddenly jolted her back into the seat, causing neck and shoulder pain. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) message was displayed. A loud, gunshot-like sound was heard, and an odor similar to a deployed air bag was noticed following the incident. The contact was informed by an unknown dealer that the parts were backordered for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V344000 (Seat Belts). The contact then notified the manufacturer by telephone regarding the incident. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

100,000 miles · Oct 2026 · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that the passenger's side seat belt had seized. The contact stated that the seat belt was inoperable and could not be used safely. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and declined to provide a goodwill repair. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

97,000 miles · Jul 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while the vehicle was stopped, the front passenger's side seat belt pretensioner exploded. The passenger suffered minor injuries to the chest area but did not seek medical attention. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 46,519.

47,000 miles · Aug 2023 · 1 injury

this recall is taking a long time to get fix and i don't think this company is going anything to hurry up , and to be honest im not even feel safe to drive this car. the recall is been done for over 6 months allrdy

Mar 2025 · crash

Seatbelt pretensioner exploded while driving at 5mph with no collision (exploded for no reason). Caused immediate retraction of seatbelt which caused chest trauma and knocked the wind out of me. Loud explosion in confined space caused ringing ears. Given that I had no idea there were explosives in my vehicle, my military training led me to believe I had been shot. I stopped the vehicle, got out and began accessing myself for a gunshot entry wound. I did have the pretensioner warning light for some time, but had not had it repaired yet because there were no appointments available at my local dealer. I had previously contacted Lincoln customer service to tell them that I could not get an appointment and asked them for help. They offered no assistance other than to give me the names of other dealers. …

Aug 2024 · 1 injury

Related recalls

Seat belts › Pretensioner

NHTSA recall 26V-344 · May 27, 2026 · 419,967 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026.

Seat belts › Pretensioner

NHTSA recall 25V-197 · May 23, 2025 · 112,951 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Seat belts › Pretensioner

NHTSA recall 24V-099 · Feb 9, 2024 · 77,574 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently deploy and lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractors, as necessary. Additionally, dealers will install an HVAC drain tube elbow if it is missing. Repairs will be performed free of charge.

NHTSA investigations

Seat Belt Pretensioner Inadvertent Deployment

NHTSA investigation PE23021 · opened Nov 22, 2023 · closed Jul 29, 2024 · led to recall 24V-099

On November 22, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23-021 to investigate instances of seat belt pretensioner inadvertent deployment in model year (MY) 2019 Ford Expedition vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company. Some complaints allege hearing a loud, explosion-like sound immediately followed by the seatbelt tightening around the occupant's torso area.

Seat Belt complaints in other Navigator years

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Seat Belt complaints per model year, Lincoln Navigator.

Frequently asked questions

How common are seat belt problems on the 2019 Lincoln Navigator?

NHTSA has 25 complaints about the seat belts of the 2019 Lincoln Navigator, 29% of the model year's 85 complaints.

Is there a recall for 2019 Lincoln Navigator seat belt problems?

Yes — NHTSA recall 26V-344 (pretensioner, May 27, 2026); NHTSA recall 25V-197 (pretensioner, May 23, 2025); NHTSA recall 24V-099 (pretensioner, Feb 9, 2024). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

At what mileage do 2019 Lincoln Navigator seat belt problems start?

Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 85,000 miles, and 27% before 25,000 miles.

Is it dangerous?

Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 11 injuries to seat belts problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.

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.