CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Lincoln Navigator has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (8 reports).
2021 Lincoln Navigator recalls
Transmission Could Engage Park While Moving, Risking Rollaway
The transmission park pawl, the part that locks the transmission in Park, may engage while the vehicle is still in motion.
Seat Belts May Lock and Fail to Restrain Occupants
Some seat belts in the driver or front passenger seat may lock unexpectedly due to a problem with the seat belt pretensioner, so the belt cannot retract or extend.
Windshield Wiper Arms May Break, Causing Wiper Failure
Certain Ford and Lincoln vehicles may have windshield wiper arms that can break, causing the wipers to stop working.
Moonroof Wind Deflector May Detach While Driving
The clips that hold the moonroof wind deflector to the moonroof frame may not be attached securely.
Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving
The low-pressure fuel pump in certain vehicles may fail, which can cause the engine to stall while you are driving.
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.
Missing Air Bag Warning Label on Dashboard
Some vehicles may have a missing air bag warning label on the dashboard.
Rearview camera may not show image in reverse
The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera where equipped, may fail to display an image when the vehicle is put in reverse.
Missing Head Restraint Instructions Raise Crash Injury Risk
Some Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and F-Super Duty SuperCab trucks were built without owner's manual instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints, including those for the center seating positions.
Engine fire risk: park outside until repair is done
Certain vehicles may develop an engine compartment fire while being driven or parked, even when the ignition is off.
Wiper Arms May Break, Losing Windshield Wipers
The front windshield wiper arms on these vehicles can break, causing the wipers to stop working.
Side Air Bags May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
Some front-door side impact pressure sensor modules may have been damaged during supplier assembly.
Most common 2021 Lincoln Navigator problems
Problem areas named in the 33 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 8 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
My husband secured our infant into the car seat and attached the seat to the base installed in the car. He then drove our child. When he removed the car seat it was discovered the right side of the seat (when facing) was not clicked in and could be lifted up. When he removed the seat he noticed the clip on the inside of the shell, that connects to the base, was completely missing meaning he had been driving our child only partially secured. When we turned the car seat to take a picture the retractable clip on the outside of the same portion fell out. We just got this car seat in XXX (new) and have only used it since our son was born at XXX. He is [XXX] old and well below the weight limits.
I am reporting a serious intermittent transmission and loss-of-propulsion problem with my 2021 Lincoln Navigator, VIN 5LMJJ3LT6MEL05416. While driving, including at highway speeds, the transmission will unpredictably behave as though it has shifted into Neutral even though the vehicle remains in Drive. When I press the accelerator, the engine responds, but the vehicle temporarily has little or no propulsion. The transmission may then suddenly re-engage and slam or bang forcefully back into gear. This can also happen under very light throttle. I may gently press the accelerator expecting normal acceleration, but instead the vehicle acts as though it is in Neutral before suddenly engaging ag
My screen intermittently goes black, I have had it repaired/ updated once prior and it still does this..as a result I backed into a mailbox. It was very dark and I couldnât see out of my windows.
I purchased this 2021 Lincoln Navigator L Black Label used on March 22, 2024 with approximately 42,726mi. Beginning around Sept. 2025 (approximately 70,000-75,000 miles), the vehicle developed intermittent transmission failures that have progressively worsened. This is our primary family vehicle and routinely transports our three young children. The transmission hesitates, slips, skips gears, bangs into gear, and frequently delays engagement before suddenly surging forward. Engine RPM increases without corresponding acceleration. Occupants are abruptly thrown forward and backward during normal driving. Several times each month, a yellow wrench/powertrain warning appears instructing the dri
The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that vehicle failed to accelerate as needed due to a lack of fuel going to the engine. The contact stated that that the engine seized with the check engine warning light illuminated. The failure mileage was approximately 70,300.
2021 Lincoln Navigator questions
Does the 2021 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2021 Lincoln Navigator: Transmission Could Engage Park While Moving, Risking Rollaway; Seat Belts May Lock and Fail to Restrain Occupants; Windshield Wiper Arms May Break, Causing Wiper Failure; Moonroof Wind Deflector May Detach While Driving; Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lincoln Navigator?
Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (8), Power Train (6), Unknown Or Other (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.