CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Lincoln Nautilus has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (17 reports).
2020 Lincoln Nautilus recalls
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image
A software error can cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or to keep showing the camera image after the vehicle has left reverse.
Low Rear Axle Lubricant Can Seize Drive Unit, Causing Loss of Control
The rear drive unit may not have enough lubricant, which can cause the rear drive axle to seize.
Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image
A poor electrical connection can cause the rearview camera to intermittently display a blank or distorted image.
Loose bolts can cause transmission fluid leaks and fire risk
Some vehicles may have missing or loose bolts on the start/stop accumulator endcap inside the automatic transmission.
Airbag May Deploy by Accident or Fail in a Crash
Some Lincoln MKX and Nautilus vehicles with 16-way power tilt seats have a seat cushion frame edge that can rub against the wire harness when the tilt function is used.
Most common 2020 Lincoln Nautilus problems
Problem areas named in the 34 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 17 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Wheels | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
What owners report
The driver's front door check-arm (door stay) mounting area has cracked: the reinforcement spot welds around the door check/hinge mounting point failed and the sheet metal is torn, as shown in the attached photos. There is a loud popping/cracking noise when opening the door and increased effort to close it. This is the same failure pattern as Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 23B56 (front door check-arm reinforcement broken spot welds, 2020-2023 Ford Escape), but this VIN is not covered by that program. Multiple NHTSA complaints document the identical door hinge/check-strap cracking on 2019-2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles, including a 2020 Nautilus (NHTSA complaint 11709078). If the failure
Hennessey Lincoln in Atlanta repaired my car in June 2026. My Torque converter needed to be replaced. My car was there over 20 days. Two weeks after getting it back from shop it started jerking and smoking. It needed another torque converter replacement. Two weeks after getting this car back it did the same thing again. I contacted Ford Warranty they did not help. Lincoln iin Michigan did not attempt to help. I couldn't even get the car in the shop for repair because of lack of employees that work on transmissions and no loaner cars.
I bought my 2020 Lincoln nautilus in February 2025 soon after I noticed a jerking from my lower gears,it has 80000 miles.i took it to the dealer I bought it from and they said the transmission is falling and will cost $10,188 to replace. They told me there was no recall and it wasn't covered under any warranty.
I bought my 2020 Lincoln nautilus in February 2025 soon after I noticed a jerking from my lower gears,it has 80000 miles.i took it to the dealer I bought it from and they said the transmission is falling and will cost $10,188 to replace. They told me there was no recall and it wasn't covered under any warranty.
My 2020 Lincoln Nautilus has an intermittent jerk during light acceleration with no diagnostic codes. This was confirmed when I had a professional mechanic drive it.
2020 Lincoln Nautilus questions
Does the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image; Low Rear Axle Lubricant Can Seize Drive Unit, Causing Loss of Control; Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image; Loose bolts can cause transmission fluid leaks and fire risk; Airbag May Deploy by Accident or Fail in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus?
Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (17), Engine (5), Back Over Prevention (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Lincoln Nautilus has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.