2017 Lincoln Navigator Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Lincoln Navigator.

20162018
Complaints
44
per 10K Sold
41.8
US Sales
10,523
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2017 Lincoln Navigator Problems

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

#15 complaints

Brakes

Crash-related:1
#24 complaints

Electrical Faults

Fires:1
#34 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Lincoln Navigator.

Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brake Master Cylinder
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Lincoln Navigator

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,009,702 vehicles.

25V572000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~1,456,417 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

25V236000Brake Master Cylinder · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist
~123,611 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.

25V091000Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices:exterior
~35,328 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The LED logo lights on the exterior mirrors may short circuit.

22V648000Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System:fan/motor · Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash
~198,482 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.

22V150000Brake Master Cylinder · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist
~195,864 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.

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2017 Lincoln Navigator — FAQ

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

Is the 2017 Lincoln Navigator reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2017 Lincoln Navigator has 44 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Brakes with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Lincoln Navigator?
Top reported problems: Brakes (5 complaints); Electrical Faults (4 complaints); Hydraulic Brakes (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2017 Lincoln Navigator?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Lincoln Navigator include 2 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 1 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 2017 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 2,009,702 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Lincoln Navigator?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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