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All cars · Lincoln Navigator · 2015

2015 Lincoln Navigator. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index–100 = average car
Complaints3NHTSA, first 3 years

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Fuel system33%
Engine33%
Seat belts33%
Transmission & drivetrain33%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
310000

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 4

  • 25V572000 Sep 2025 Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

    Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identificati

  • 25V270000 Apr 2025 Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.

    Risk. A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.

  • 25V091000 Feb 2025 Visibility / Rearview Mirrors/Devices / Exterior

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The LED logo lights on the exterior mirrors may short circuit.

    Risk. An electrical short circuit in the exterior mirror increases the risk of fire.

    Remedy. Dealers will disconnect the LED light wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S08.

  • 22V648000 Aug 2022 Visibility / Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System / Fan/Motor

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.

    Risk. Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.

    Remedy. Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S56.

Manufacturer communications 70

Lincoln filed 70 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • Ford 2011-2015 f-150 expedition , transit,2015 lincoln navigator: some vehicles equipped with…
  • To help differentiate engine oil leaks from other possible sources, a new white-colored…
  • Some 2013-2018 F-150, 2015-2018 Transit/Expedition, and 2015-2017 Navigator vehicles equipped…

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Lincoln Navigator Extended SUV 4x4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆
Lincoln Navigator Extended SUV 4x2★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆☆
Lincoln Navigator SUV 4x4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆
Lincoln Navigator SUV 4x2★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆☆

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardNoNo

Engines and drivetrains 2

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
3.5L 6-cyl turboAuto (S6)RWD16 / 22 / 18Regular$3,450
3.5L 6-cyl turboAuto (S6)4WD15 / 20 / 17Regular$3,650

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
2012–1–Suspension
2013–5–Body structure
2014–1–Lights
2015–3–Fuel system
2016–5–Brakes
2017–3–Airbags
2018–12–Engine

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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