There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Lincoln Navigator, but owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA.
2005 Lincoln Navigator problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Suspension | 12 | |
| Structure | 7 | |
| Air Bags | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | |
| Power Train | 5 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Visibility | 4 | |
| Tires | 3 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
- Structure › Body — 3
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
- Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System — 1
- Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and Attachments — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 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 2005 Lincoln Navigator complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · reported Apr 20, 2024
Fire inside of the motor, behind the engine computer. Upon researching recalls for Lincoln Navigators I found these other recalls online for possibly the same fire issue: "Ford has issued a recall for some of its 2021 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs due to a potential engine fire risk. Over 65,000 2021-year model vehicles manufactured between December 2020 and April 2021 have been affected." "We've discovered a vehicle safety issue in some 2021 model-year Lincoln Navigator® vehicles built from July 30, 2020 to August 31, 2021. Some of these vehicles have experienced an under-hood…
Air Bags · reported Mar 20, 2019
There wasnt a recall on my airbags per my VIN number however just yesterdaymy vehicle was totaled due to brake failure which upon impact only the passenger side airbag deployed while the driver side didnt. There was no passenger...
Engine · at 159,000 miles · reported Sep 12, 2018
As I was merging on freeway, I experienced sudden loss of power and it could have resulted in fatalities since it was at rush hour. As I pulled over, the engine was bucking but regained power with sporadic bouts of loss during my drive home. There was a misfire on cylinder one and I replaced and tested all related components and then found out it was the cam phaser issue that plagues the triton engine. From reading other comments from both consumer and repair shop owners, it is simply a defective product from who else, the ford corp. Of course they blame the owner for lack of maintenance.
Air Bags · at 80,000 miles · reported May 11, 2018
While traveling 50 MPH in the lincoln, another driver attempted to make an illegal left turn in front of the navigator resulting in immediate severe collision. The front impact destroyed the front end of the lincoln, and also caused it to spin 180 degress resulting in a second collision with the at fault driver. The driver airbag did not deploy and resulted in severe injury to the driver.
Engine · at 57,000 miles · reported Mar 16, 2017
The spark plugs are recall, my lincoln has only 68,000 miles I purchased new in july 2005, now air suspension has problems too how can I receive a refund on the recalls after I paid $1,800.00 in repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 Lincoln Navigator as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Lincoln Navigator?
Owners report suspension problems most often (12 reports), followed by structure (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 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.