2026 Lincoln Navigator Problems & Complaints

Few complaintsabout as many complaints as a typical year of the Navigator at the same age

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2026 Lincoln Navigator yet, but there are 2 recalls. 2 recalls cover this model year.

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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 →

2026 Lincoln Navigator recalls (2)

Seats › Front assembly › Power adjust

NHTSA recall 26V-120 · Mar 3, 2026 · 1,189 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The obstacle detection software for the driver seat may malfunction at low speeds, resulting in the seat reversing unexpectedly while driving.

Remedy: The seat control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026.

Exterior lighting › Tail lights

NHTSA recall 26V-104 · Feb 20, 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles.

Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026.

2026 Lincoln Navigator engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.5L 6-cyl turbo10-speed automatic4WD15 / 22 / 17

EPA ratings. Class: SUV.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Lincoln Navigator have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2026 Lincoln Navigator, the most recent from March 3, 2026 (power adjust). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the 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.

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.