2015 Lincoln Navigator Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 17, 2026 · 21 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Navigator years
Fewer complaints than other years 18th of 31 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Lincoln Navigator. That ranks 18th out of 31 Navigator model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (7 complaints, 33%), typically at around 81,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.

Lincoln Navigator
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 2015 Lincoln Navigator problems

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

Electrical System7 · ~81,500 mi
Power Train5 · ~66,500 mi
Engine4 · ~59,000 mi
Unknown or Other3 · ~68,000 mi
Visibility3 · ~114,000 mi
Air Bags1
Back Over Prevention1
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~10,000 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Seat Belts1 · ~24,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System733%81,500——
Power Train524%66,500——
Engine419%59,000——
Unknown or Other314%68,000——
Visibility314%114,000——
Air Bags15%———
Back Over Prevention15%———
Fuel/propulsion System15%10,000——
Fuel System, Gasoline15%———
Seat Belts15%24,000——
Seats15%———
Service Brakes15%———
Steering15%———
Visibility/wiper15%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 4 complaints
2016: 1201612018: 2201822019: 1201912020: 1202012021: 2202122022: 3202232023: 4202342024: 1202412025: 4202542026: 220262

n = 21 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Lincoln Navigator recalls (4)

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Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraSep 3, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V572000 · 1,456,417 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraApr 23, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V270000 · 160,729 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.

Risk: A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.

Visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exteriorFeb 14, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V091000 · 35,328 vehicles

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

Risk: An electrical short circuit in the exterior mirror increases the risk of fire.

Fix: Dealers will disconnect the LED light wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S08.

Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:fan/motor; electrical system:wiring:interior/under dashAug 26, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V648000 · 198,482 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S56.

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.

Recent owner reports

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

Unknown. When vehicle is running there is a strong smell of burnt wires coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. It gets worse after running for awhile. Smell is stronger when the air is on. Reading other recalls it sounds similar to recalls on similar vehicles blower motors.

Electrical System · received Mar 17, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11725007

Second row passenger side captains chair seat latch that secures it to the floor is defective. Metal teeth somehow are worn off prevent the seat from latching to the floor. Huge safety issue for this as it’s mostly kids sitting in the back that may not even notice or say anything. Makes me…

Seats · received Jan 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11712337

The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V091000 (Visibility). The contact became aware that the remedy the manufacturer has for the recall repair was to cut the LED wire and disable it permanently. The contact does not agree with the…

Unknown or Other · received Apr 25, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11656776

Telescoping button on steering column does not work. The steering wheel is in a low position making it difficult to enter and exit vehicle.

Steering · received Apr 25, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11656786

The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (VISIBILITY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the recall repair was performed; however, shortly after the repair the climate control blower motor…

Electrical System · received Mar 6, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11646838

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lincoln Navigator?

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

Was there a recall on the 2015 Lincoln Navigator?

Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 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 2015 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.