2001 Lincoln Navigator Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2001 Lincoln Navigator.

20002002
Complaints
116
Crashes
7
Fires
15
Injuries
9
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2001 Lincoln Navigator Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#115 complaints

Tire Defects

Avg mileage:84,117 mi
#212 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:83,728 mi
Fires:5
#39 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:90,257 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:5
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Lincoln Navigator.

Tire Defects
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
84,117
Electrical Faults
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
5
Avg Miles
83,728
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
5
Avg Miles
90,257
Tires:Tread/Belt
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
29,000
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Sidewall
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2001 Lincoln Navigator — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2001 Lincoln Navigator reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2001 Lincoln Navigator has 116 NHTSA complaints, 7 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Tire Defects with 15 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Lincoln Navigator?
Top reported problems: Tire Defects (15 complaints, avg 84,117 mi); Electrical Faults (12 complaints, avg 83,728 mi); Unintended Acceleration (9 complaints, avg 90,257 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Lincoln Navigator?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 78,629 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Lincoln Navigator?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Lincoln Navigator include 7 crash-related reports, 15 fire reports, 9 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2001 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2001 Lincoln Navigator as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2001 Lincoln Navigator?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lincoln Navigator reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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