2014 Lincoln Navigator Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 4, 2025 · 17 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Navigator years
Fewer complaints than other years 20th of 31 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
4 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Lincoln Navigator. That ranks 20th out of 31 Navigator model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (7 complaints, 41%), typically at around 90,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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2025 Lincoln Navigator photographed in Montréal , Québec , Canada at the 2025 Montréal International Auto Show .. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2014 Lincoln Navigator problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train7 · ~90,000 mi
Electrical System3 · ~34,000 mi
Unknown or Other3 · ~53,986 mi
Engine2 · ~53,986 mi
Exterior Lighting2 · ~213 mi
Vehicle Speed Control2 · ~79,993 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~134,103 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~134,103 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~40,000 mi
Structure1 · ~134,103 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train741%90,000——
Electrical System318%34,000——
Unknown or Other318%53,986——
Engine212%53,986——
Exterior Lighting212%213——
Vehicle Speed Control212%79,993——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)16%134,103——
Service Brakes16%134,103——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic16%40,000——
Structure16%134,103——
Suspension16%———
Visibility16%122,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2019, with 5 complaints
2014: 1201412019: 5201952020: 4202042022: 3202232023: 1202312025: 320253

n = 17 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2014 Lincoln Navigator recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2014 Lincoln Navigator.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

the vehicle's antitheft system automatically triggers. There are two different events here: 1. Anti theft system triggers when the engine is off. When I attempt to start the car, the engine will not activate. By going through a series of locking and unlocking attempts (via key fob, via door locks…

Electrical System · received Sep 4, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11685109

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a lower gear, and the vehicle decelerated to 25 MPH within 4-5 seconds. The power train warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and…

Power Train · received Mar 25, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11650487

Transmission shutting

Power Train · received Jan 14, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11635778

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, after activating the HVAC system, she heard an abnormal rumbling sound coming from behind the dashboard. As a result, the contact stated that she was unable to fully use the HVAC system, including…

Visibility · received Jul 18, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11532990

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH and reversing into a parking space, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard and failed to stop the vehicle as needed. The contact stated the vehicle was stopped by the curb. The contact…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Nov 7, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11492570

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Lincoln Navigator?

Owners most often report power train, electrical system, unknown or other problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 7 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Lincoln Navigator?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2014 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 2014 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.