2024 Lincoln Navigator Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2024 Lincoln Navigator has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (5 reports).

7Recalls
16Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2024 Lincoln Navigator recalls

Rearview camera and driver aids may cut out unexpectedly

Recall 26V165Mar 18, 2026254,640 vehicles affected

The image processing module that runs the rearview camera and several driver assistance features can reset on its own several times.

Trailer Brakes and Lights May Cut Out While Towing

Recall 26V104Feb 20, 20264,381,878 vehicles affected

The integrated trailer module, which controls a trailer's brakes and lights, can lose communication with the vehicle while towing.

Brake Line May Rub Air Duct, Causing Fluid Leak

Recall 25V314May 9, 2025273,789 vehicles affected

Front brake lines can contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe over time.

Rearview Camera May Freeze or Go Blank in Reverse

Recall 25V315May 9, 20251,076,138 vehicles affected

A software error in the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) can cause the rearview camera image to lag, freeze, or fail to display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Engine Oil Leak Can Stall Vehicle and Cause Fire

Recall 25V198Mar 28, 20254,356 vehicles affected

Some 2024-2025 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles, and 2024 Lincoln Navigators, have 3.5L engines that may have a misaligned engine cup plug.

Oil leak may stall engine or cause fire

Recall 24V851Dec 20, 20242,490 vehicles affected

Some vehicles with a 3.5L GTDI engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug.

Missing Air Bag Warning Label on Dashboard

Recall 24V852Nov 8, 202427,678 vehicles affected

Some vehicles may have a missing air bag warning label on the dashboard.

Most common 2024 Lincoln Navigator problems

Problem areas named in the 16 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension5
Power Train4
Lane Departure3
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Wheels3
Electrical System3
Unknown Or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Engine1
Visibility/Wiper1

What owners report

2026-09-08, Service Brakes
On August 31, 2026, at approximately 11:07 a.m., the vehicle had been parked and was stationary with the engine running. After remaining stationary for a short period of time, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly moved backward rapidly on its own. I did not intentionally command the vehicle to move backward and I did not press the accelerator. While the vehicle was moving backward, I pressed the brake pedal twice in an attempt to stop the vehicle. The brake pedal felt soft, as though there was little or no braking resistance, and the vehicle did not respond to my braking attempts. Immediately afterward, the vehicle unexpectedly moved forward and struck a vehicle in front of it. That vehic
2026-06-17, Electrical System
Placing the vehicle in reverse we backed into a concrete piller and none of the safet sensors allerted us to the object.
2026-02-24, Seats
On May 26, 2024, I entered into a lease agreement for a Lincoln Navigator vehicle manufactured and warranted by Lincoln Motor Company. This vehicle subsequently developed multiple serious and dangerous safety defects, including uncontrolled and spontaneous seat inflation, failure of seat pump systems, infotainment system failure including loss of backup camera and safety display systems, unexpected closure of side mirrors while driving, and continued seat movement and mechanical activation after the vehicle was powered off. These defects presented a direct and substantial risk to occupant safety. On multiple occasions, uncontrolled seat inflation physically restrained and trapped an occupan
2026-02-09, Power Train
The contact owns a 2024 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH on several occasions, the transmission independently shifted into neutral(N). The contact stated that during each failure, the drive(D) button was pressed without depressing the brake pedal first. The contact stated that an undisclosed message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on three occasions; however, the dealers were unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,700.
2026-01-16, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2024 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle abruptly stopped in the middle of the roadway. During the failure, the message "Check Brake System" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate or identify the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V488000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 23,000.

2024 Lincoln Navigator questions

Does the 2024 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2024 Lincoln Navigator: Rearview camera and driver aids may cut out unexpectedly; Trailer Brakes and Lights May Cut Out While Towing; Brake Line May Rub Air Duct, Causing Fluid Leak; Rearview Camera May Freeze or Go Blank in Reverse; Engine Oil Leak Can Stall Vehicle and Cause Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Lincoln Navigator?

Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (5), Power Train (4), Lane Departure (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 2024 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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