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2005 Dodge Durango vs 2005 Lincoln Navigator

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2005 Dodge Durango2005 Lincoln Navigator
NHTSA complaints1,56748
Recall campaigns80
Service bulletins (TSBs)7584
Investigations80
Crash reports384
Fire reports212
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)14–1613
Median reported incident mileage75,000 mi67,500 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge DurangoLincoln Navigator
Fuel System, Gasoline5395
Power Train2175
Engine and Engine Cooling2165
Fuel/propulsion System2032
Electrical System1984
Engine1135
Air Bags1116
Steering700

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling3290
Check engine light520
Loss of power300
Airbag warning light250
Rust / corrosion200
Hesitation / surging190
Steering problems180
Misfire / rough idle120
2005 Lincoln Navigator

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.