2013 Lincoln Navigator Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Lincoln Navigator.

20122014
Complaints
17
per 10K Sold
19.7
US Sales
8,613
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2013 Lincoln Navigator Problems

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

#15 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:71,500 mi
Crash-related:1
#23 complaints

Electrical Faults

#32 complaints

Body Structure

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Lincoln Navigator.

Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
71,500
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2013 Lincoln Navigator — FAQ

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

Is the 2013 Lincoln Navigator reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2013 Lincoln Navigator has 17 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Lincoln Navigator?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (5 complaints, avg 71,500 mi); Electrical Faults (3 complaints); Body Structure (2 complaints). 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 2013 Lincoln Navigator?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 71,500 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Lincoln Navigator?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Lincoln Navigator include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 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 2013 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2013 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 2013 Lincoln Navigator?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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