Is the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

2019 Lincoln Nautilus

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2019 Lincoln Nautilus
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:50:17.854Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 102
Recalls: 8
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2019: 102 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2019	102
2020	34
2021	27
2022	15
2023	7
2024	21
2025	22
2026	10

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

29% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and fuel gauge.

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Started car and instrument panel was blacked out. Restating car did not correct it so had no visibility to anything from the instrument panel display.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-02

I was driving on 3/22/19 at a speed of 55. I had been driving for aprox 30 min when my entire instrument panel went dark. It stayed dark for 2 min and then came back on and kind of re-booted itself.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-23

Power train

27% · 28 reports

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The car has started a jerking motion when it is at a stop sign, stop light, or and nu prolonged stoppage of the vehicle. It is worse when I have the auto-stop-start feature turned on. This started roughly 3 months ago.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-24

2019 Lincoln Nautilus shudders between 20 to 45 MPH. Weâve had everything done from oil change, tire rotation, to Front end alignment to tune up. Only one mechanic suggested that thereâs a bulletin about a torque.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-22

Engine

15% · 15 reports

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There is a class action lawsuit regarding the transmission on my vehicle. The transmission is shuddering. My mechanic alerted me of the lawsuit, Lincoln Mercury has not put out a recall, but is aware of the problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-20

Steering

8% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

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In July 2026, my vehicle received safety recall service under NHTSA Campaign 26V377000 (Ford/Lincoln Recall 26S44) to update the Power Steering Control Module software.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-26

Also filed under Forward collision avoidance and lane departure

Seat belts

5% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing retractor.

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2018-12-07Air bags18V806000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles that are not equipped with Adaptive Front Steering. The plastic cover on the driver frontal air bag module may detach during air bag deployment.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began December 7, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S38.

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2019-01-25Lane departure19V031000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The Lane Center Assist system may not adequately detect if a driver has their hands off the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.

Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the Power Steering Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S02.

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2019-03-08Electrical system19V076000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. At vehicle start-up, the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) may not function, showing a blank display.

Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC), free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C03.

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2020-08-12Air bags, electrical system, seats20V414000 Ford Motor Company, Inc. (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2019-2020 Nautilus vehicles equipped with 16-way electric tilt seats.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install protective flocking tape onto the exposed edge of the 16-way seat cushion frames, and inspect the wire harness for damage, and repair or replace it as needed, free of charge.

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2020-09-23Power train20V550000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.

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2025-09-04Back over prevention25V442000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair,...

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

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Date not on fileElectrical system26V372000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19V076.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6. 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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Date not on fileLane departure26V377000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19V031.

Remedy: Dealers will update the power steering control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6. 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S44.

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Buy-smart checklist

2019 Lincoln Nautilus — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 30 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 28 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 15 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 26V372000 · Electrical system
Recall 26V377000 · Lane departure
Recall 18V806000 · Air bags
Recall 19V031000 · Lane departure
Recall 19V076000 · Electrical system
Recall 20V414000 · Air bags, electrical system, seats
Recall 20V550000 · Power train
Recall 25V442000 · Back over prevention

FAQ

Is the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus have?: 8 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.