2019 Lincoln Navigator Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Lincoln Navigator.

20182020
Complaints
82
per 10K Sold
44.0
US Sales
18,656
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
9
Fatalities
Recalls
7

Worst 2019 Lincoln Navigator Problems

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

#116 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:35,000 mi
#214 complaints

Seat Belt Issues

Avg mileage:47,431 mi
Crash-related:2
#311 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:57,000 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Lincoln Navigator.

Transmission / Drivetrain
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
35,000
Seat Belt Issues
14
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
47,431
Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
57,000
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer:Sensor/Sending Unit
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Trunk Lid:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Sidewall
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Lincoln Navigator

7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,090,968 vehicles.

25V197000Seat Belts:pretensioner
~112,951 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

24V852000Equipment:other:labels
~27,678 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

24V099000Seat Belts:pretensioner
~77,574 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently deploy and lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

23V598000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~177,402 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2018-2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2022-2023 Ford Transit, and 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

23V420000Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual
~691,133 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

19V773000Suspension:rear
~18 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The rear suspension toe link fasteners may not have been properly tightened to the frame, possibly allowing separation from the frame.

19V076000Instrument Cluster
~4,212 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. At vehicle start-up, the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

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2019 Lincoln Navigator — FAQ

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

Is the 2019 Lincoln Navigator reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Lincoln Navigator has 82 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 16 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Lincoln Navigator?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (16 complaints, avg 35,000 mi); Seat Belt Issues (14 complaints, avg 47,431 mi); Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 57,000 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 2019 Lincoln Navigator?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 45,147 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Lincoln Navigator?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Lincoln Navigator include 4 crash-related reports, 0 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 2019 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,090,968 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 2019 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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