1999 Lincoln Navigator Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Navigator years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 31 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 132 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Lincoln Navigator. That ranks 2nd out of 31 Navigator model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is tires (29 complaints, 22%), typically at around 64,378 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 12 fires, 10 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 132owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Lincoln Navigator problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 29 | 22% | 64,378 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 22 | 17% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 12 | 9% | 93,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 12 | 9% | 84,582 | — | — |
| Visibility | 10 | 8% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 10 | 8% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 8 | 6% | 63,650 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 5% | 142,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 6 | 5% | 86,942 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 3% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 2% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 2% | 111,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 2% | 240,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 103,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Lincoln Navigator recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk: A fire at the switch could occur.
Fix: By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)
Trailer hitches
Problem: Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly to the frame attaching bolts could lose the clamp load.
Risk: The trailer hitch could then separate from the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will replace the trailer hitch mounting bolts and nut plates.
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with four-wheel-drive (4x4), 17" chrome steel wheels. The clamp load can be lost on the wheel lugs due to insufficient wheel contact area with the hub. In some cases, the contact area can deform, resulting in a loss of lug nut torque.
Risk: Loss of lug nut torque can cause vibration or separation of a wheel and tire from the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will re-torque the wheel lugs to proper specifications and also install a label that specifies that the wheel lugs be torqued to 110 lb-ft any time the wheel is removed.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The fuel line assemblies may have been damaged by the supplier during manufacturing, allowing leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and, if necessary, replace the front and rear fuel line assemblies.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. These vehicles may have a missing or partially installed retainer clip that holds the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal arm.
Risk: Increased brake stopping distance can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect these vehicles to see if the retainer clip was installed, and repair, if necessary.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Spark plug ejection from cylinder head (DP05005) — opened Sep 22, 2005, closed Jan 4, 2006.
- Engine compartment fires (EA05005) — opened Mar 22, 2005, closed Aug 2, 2006, led to recall 05V388000.
- Factory installed towing hitch separatio (PE99060) — opened Sep 27, 1999, closed Mar 8, 2000, led to recall 00V073000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
It blows the spark plugs out while driving on normal streets in september or october 2019 the shop i took it to be repaired told me that happens alot with this vehicle
Lugnuts/fuel leaking/lighting/seatbelts
The vehicle is not able to be drove
Faulty transmission gear. This may be an older model, but with 156,000 miles, the gearshift either prevents the truck from starting, or will start rolling on its after putting truck in park and removng key. I almost lost my truck from that after i got out of the vehicle and it started rolling away…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the roof leaked water onto the driver side window post and then traveled to the dashboard area. The water caused electrical issues. In addition, the front driver side exterior power door lock could only be accessed manually. The…
Other Lincoln Navigator years
← 1998 Navigator · 2000 Navigator →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Navigator | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 Navigator | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 Navigator | 13 | 6 |
| 2024 Navigator | 16 | 7 |
| 2023 Navigator | 7 | 8 |
| 2022 Navigator | 21 | 14 |
| 2021 Navigator | 33 | 12 |
| 2020 Navigator | 32 | 13 |
| 2019 Navigator | 84 | 10 |
| 2018 Navigator | 52 | 12 |
| 2017 Navigator | 32 | 5 |
| 2016 Navigator | 25 | 4 |
| 2015 Navigator | 21 | 4 |
| 2014 Navigator | 17 | 0 |
| 2013 Navigator | 14 | 0 |
| 2012 Navigator | 12 | 3 |
| 2011 Navigator | 9 | 0 |
| 2010 Navigator | 16 | 0 |
| 2009 Navigator | 10 | 1 |
| 2008 Navigator | 30 | 2 |
| 2007 Navigator | 45 | 2 |
| 2006 Navigator | 60 | 3 |
| 2005 Navigator | 48 | 0 |
| 2004 Navigator | 86 | 0 |
| 2003 Navigator | 127 | 0 |
| 2002 Navigator | 32 | 1 |
| 2001 Navigator | 81 | 3 |
| 2000 Navigator | 109 | 4 |
| 1999 | 132 | 5 |
| 1998 Navigator | 192 | 5 |
| 1997 Navigator | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Lincoln Navigator?
Owners most often report tires, engine and engine cooling, electrical system problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 29 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Lincoln Navigator?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 Lincoln Navigator a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Navigator model years, the 1999 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.