2018 Lincoln Navigator vs 2020 Lincoln Navigator
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Lincoln Navigator | 2020 Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 50 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 164 | 192 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln Navigator | Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 18 | 16 |
| Engine | 12 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 4 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 5 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 6 |
2018 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.