2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid recalls and problems

The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid has 2 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lincoln dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
9
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid recalls

Recall 26V-415: Forward Collision Avoidance, Back Over Prevention

Reported Jun 30, 2026 · 66,383 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

Risk: A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691. Any vehicles previously repaired under 25V691 must have the new remedy completed. Ford will release an over-the-air (OTA) update or dealers will update the APIM software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will replace the digital signal processing module in Nautilus Hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 speakers, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S51. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 7, 2026.

Recall 25V-691: Forward Collision Avoidance, Back Over Prevention

Reported Oct 10, 2025 · 43,438 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025 Explorer hybrid police vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from emitting the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

Risk: A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: The audio control module and digital signal processing module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 10, 2025.

2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance5
Lane Departure4
Electrical System3
Equipment2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Steering1
Engine1
Power Train1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 4
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 2
  • Lane Departure › Warning — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
  • Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Aug 28, 2026
During a short drive between [XXX] and [XXX] roughly 27 miles, the red battery light on the dash display illuminated just as we were turning into the Holiday/Circle K gas station in [XXX]. No other warnings or messages appeared on the dash, and upon restart after returning to the vehicle, the red battery light did not reappear. However from that point on my return drive to [XXX], the Hybrid Electric Drive would not engage unless I was fully coasting with zero accelerator input and even when letting off the accelerator the vehicle would slow down far more noticeable than it did prior to the…
Vehicle Speed Control · reported Jul 3, 2026
The vehicle’s BlueCruise/adaptive cruise system has repeatedly slowed unexpectedly while traveling on interstate highways. In some instances, the vehicle slowed to approximately 40 mph in a 70 mph zone without an apparent traffic reason. The system also slows excessively in curves. These events create a rear-end collision risk and require immediate driver intervention. The concern has occurred more than once and has not been limited to one isolated event.
Electrical System · reported Oct 1, 2025
My vehicle is having problems with GPS signal issues over. Keep losing it location, when driving. Trying to get to the bottom line problems
Equipment · at 9,000 miles · reported Sep 19, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the infotainment system was displaying a frozen screen. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the infotainment system needed to be replaced. The infotainment system was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 9,000.
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Sep 4, 2025
Driving on the freeway, with nothing in front except road, the Bluecruise/adaptive cruise control suddenly started slowing the vehicle to 25 mph from 70 mph. This has happened 5 times. The fifth time, the lane keeping system and adaptive cruise quit working but did not give any warning on the lane keeping having stopped working. In town, adaptive cruise will vary between the local speed and 25 mph but there is no speed limit sign showing a change of speed. Sometimes, the vehicle will slow down when that happens but recently it keeps going at the speed I have set even though the screen shows a…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid: 26V-415 (forward collision avoidance, back over prevention), 25V-691 (forward collision avoidance, back over prevention). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (5 reports), followed by lane departure (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,000 miles.

Are Lincoln recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lincoln dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.