2001 Lincoln Navigator Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2001 Lincoln Navigator has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 11 fires, 7 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Tires (23 reports).

3Recalls
81Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2001 Lincoln Navigator recalls

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 05V388Sep 7, 20054,500,000 vehicles affected

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor

Recall 01V258Aug 8, 20011,083,000 vehicles affected

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Recall 01V227001Jul 16, 20011,400,000 vehicles affected

Most common 2001 Lincoln Navigator problems

Problem areas named in the 81 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Tires23
Electrical System17
Vehicle Speed Control13
Suspension9
Power Train7
Fuel System, Gasoline5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Air Bags4
Seat Belts4
Engine And Engine Cooling4

What owners report

2025-05-24, Electrical System
I had been driving for about 15 minutes and then I noticed a burning plastic smell. It was dark so my headlights were on. I felt heat coming from under the dash by the pedals. I started to watch my dash to see if the truck was over heating or the check engine light would come on but neither of those happened. The next light I stopped at I could see smoke coming from the driver side air vents. I pulled over and opened the hood and nothing. Well after some extensive searching I located the issue. The headlight switch to control my headlights was completely melted. Had I not pulled over and popped the hood, Im sure the truck would have continued to catch fire. I replaced the fuses and switch an
2018-04-12, Unknown Or Other
BOUGHT CAR IN OCTOBER 2017 HAVE HADE TO PURCHES HAD PROBLEMS WITH TIRES FOUR TIME NOW TODAY MAKES FIVE TIMES HAVE TO GO PURCHASE ANOTHER TIRE HAVE TO HAVE IT TOWED IN THE MORNING
2017-04-19, Vehicle Speed Control
THE VEHICLE'S CRUISE CONTROL JUST WILL NOT ENGAGE ANY LONGER. HAS WORKED FINE UP UNTIL ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO.
2016-02-08, Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RAINY WEATHER, THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR AND AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE AS IF IT WAS ATTEMPTING TO START INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO OPERATE INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 135,000.
2015-11-24, Electrical System
IT MAKES A LOUD NOISE AND NO 1 KNOW WHAT IT IS

2001 Lincoln Navigator questions

Does the 2001 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2001 Lincoln Navigator: Vehicle Speed Control; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Lincoln Navigator?

Based on 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (23), Electrical System (17), Vehicle Speed Control (13).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Lincoln Navigator 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.

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