Lincoln Navigator Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 161 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Lincoln Navigator across 17 model years. The 2003 model year has the most (38). The words owners use most often: “air suspension” (26% of reports).
- 161suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 8mention a crash
- 10mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $1,250typical repair cost reported by owners
- 43%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Air suspension: mentioned in 42 of 161 complaints (26%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical suspension repair on the Lincoln Navigator at $1,250, and half of them between $780 and $1,900.
Based on 15 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2002–2016), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 99 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 161 complaints, 8 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 10 an injury.
Lincoln Navigator suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Navigator | 5 | 31% | — |
| 2022 Navigator | 1 | 5% | — |
| 2021 Navigator | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2019 Navigator | 2 | 2% | — |
| 2018 Navigator | 1 | 2% | 9,500 |
| 2017 Navigator | 2 | 6% | — |
| 2014 Navigator | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2012 Navigator | 2 | 17% | 56,018 |
| 2006 Navigator | 16 | 27% | 83,000 |
| 2005 Navigator | 12 | 25% | 65,000 |
| 2004 Navigator | 24 | 28% | 75,000 |
| 2003 Navigator | 38 | 30% | 76,000 |
| 2002 Navigator | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2001 Navigator | 9 | 11% | 86,125 |
| 2000 Navigator | 9 | 8% | 54,000 |
| 1999 Navigator | 12 | 9% | 84,582 |
| 1998 Navigator | 25 | 13% | 69,146 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Suspension:rear
Model years: 2019
Problem: 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.
Risk: A disconnected toe link can cause a sudden change to vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the rear toe link fasteners, check and adjust the rear toe alignment, and inspect the rear tires for abnormal tire wear, replacing them if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S36.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I am submitting a formal complaint regarding my 2022 Lincoln Navigator, VIN [XXX], which I purchased new from a Lincoln dealership in [XXX]. Since purchasing the vehicle, it has experienced multiple significant mechanical, safety, and reliability problems: The transmission required repair, and the…
Well, the problem is with the transmission. The transmission will lurch, and it also will go into neutral while you are driving down the road, the other thing with the suspension I had repaired. But it said the drive modes were disabled and kept on throwing. Check engine lights. Not to mention, I…
The vehicle vibrates, specially over 50MPH. Problem reported 3 times to Lincoln. Lincoln claims they know there is an issue with 2024 navigators drivability, but cannot offer a solution at this time.
Tires keep losing balance. From my initial test drive of this new 2024 Lincoln Navigator L, I have noticed a rough ride and vibrations, especially at highway speeds. Initially, 1 tire was identified as not being able to be road force balanced within spec as the cause of the vibration and that tire…
From the initial test drive, I have felt an unusual vibration felt in both the steering wheel and seat while driving the vehicle. This vibration becomes more pronounced at higher speeds, especially after 70+ MPH, but still noticeable at lower speeds at 45+ MPH. Tires were initially blamed as the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Lincoln Navigators have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 161 owner complaints about suspension for the Lincoln Navigator. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Lincoln Navigator suspension?
Yes: 1 safety recall list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix suspension problems on the Lincoln Navigator?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,250 (half paid between $780 and $1,900), from 15 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Lincoln Navigator?
The most frequent phrase is “air suspension”, in 42 of 161 complaints.
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