2004 Lincoln Navigator Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Navigator years
- Far more complaints than other years 5th of 31 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 86 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Lincoln Navigator. That ranks 5th out of 31 Navigator model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (24 complaints, 28%), typically at around 75,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 86owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 24 | 28% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 13 | 15% | 89,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 11 | 13% | 1,041 | — | — |
| Structure | 10 | 12% | 47,900 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 9% | 72,123 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 7% | 38,021 | — | — |
| Seats | 6 | 7% | 350 | — | — |
| Steering | 5 | 6% | 34,135 | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 5% | 25,650 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 5% | 163,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 5% | 53,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 3% | 83,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3% | 56,481 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 3% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 3% | 1,041 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 2% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2% | 50 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 2% | 660 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 112,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | 2,942 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 163,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Lincoln Navigator recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Rear window exploded shattering the glass completely. Occurred once the engine was off while parked.
Airbags for now completely so does the air compressor cars without airbags went out brakes went out radiator went out completely the car is falling apart
[xxx]. Air suspension air track radiation electrician and air conditioner went out. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
The vehicle engaged in involuntary acceleration (in reverse) from stationary position right after shifting gears from parking 'p' to reverse 'r' and disengaging the parking brake. The brakes were being applied during this gear change. The car started moving in reverse as soon as the driver let off…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the rear air suspension had failed causing the rear end to bounce up and down and while driving a clanking noise was present coming from the front driver side wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed…
Other Lincoln Navigator years
← 2003 Navigator · 2005 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 | 86 | 0 |
| 2003 Navigator | 127 | 0 |
| 2002 Navigator | 32 | 1 |
| 2001 Navigator | 81 | 3 |
| 2000 Navigator | 109 | 4 |
| 1999 Navigator | 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 2004 Lincoln Navigator?
Owners most often report suspension, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 24 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Lincoln Navigator?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2004 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 2004 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.