CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Lincoln Navigator has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (7 reports).
2008 Lincoln Navigator recalls
Most common 2008 Lincoln Navigator problems
Problem areas named in the 30 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
What owners report
The brake booster vacuum hose attached to the intake manifold fitting swelled over time and was close to detaching from the intake manifold fitting. This condition could allow the hose to detach from the fitting during an engine backfire, resulting in loss of power brake assist and increased brake pedal effort. As a result, stopping distance may increase and potentially result in a crash.
Unknown, got towed, stolen
Turning signals don't work. I bought this used 2008 Lincoln Navigator with the written text on my phone that said the used car lot took the vehicle to their mechanic and he said he had fixed the problem. I called him (the mechanic) upset and said the used car lot said he fixed the problem. He said he didn't say that; the signals could not be fixed without certain parts (computer parts) that are not available from anywhere. The parts are not being made and the re-conditioned parts are not available from re-conditioned businesses. I did sign an "as is" bill of sale with the understanding they would fix the signals. I have saved those text on my cells phone. They initially took responsib
FACTORY CHROME PAINTED WHEELS PEELING CAUSED TIRE BLOWOUT ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CHROME SEPARATES FROM THE ALUMINUM WHEEL AND THE TIRE STARTS TO LOSE AIR OR IN MY CASE BLOW OUT. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY RISK AND THERE'S NOT ANYTHING I'M ABLE TO DO. THIS IS HAPPENING WITH MANY OTHER LINCOLN VEHICLES THAT HAVE CHROME PAINTED WHEELS FROM 2007 TO 2014. LINCOLN HAS NO ANSWERS FOR ME AND SUGGEST I ORDER FACTORY WHEELS. NEW FACTORY WHEELS WILL JUST START PEELING AGAIN.
MY FRONT DRIVER SEAT WON'T GO BACK OR FORWARD. AND MY RUNNING BOARD IS NOT WORKING ANY MORE. ON THE DRIVER SIDE WON'T COME OUT ANY MORE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE STUCK OUT AND WON'T GO BACK IN. I TOOK IT TO MY MANICA AND HE SAID IT'S A RECALL ON THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
2008 Lincoln Navigator questions
Does the 2008 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Lincoln Navigator: Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Lincoln Navigator?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (7), Service Brakes (5), Structure (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 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.