Is the 2020 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 2020 Lincoln Nautilus?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2020 Lincoln Nautilus

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2020 Lincoln Nautilus
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:54:36.008Z

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: 34
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2020: 34 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.

Power train

50% · 17 reports

CRASH

Show complaint excerpts

MILEAGE: 487,615 27TAWD On [XXX] at [XXX]., the weather was wet from rain. I pushed the reverse button and the car accelerated quickly forward with engine revving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-12

Also filed under Service brakes and electrical system

Hennessey Lincoln in Atlanta repaired my car in June 2026. My Torque converter needed to be replaced. My car was there over 20 days. Two weeks after getting it back from shop it started jerking and smoking.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-26

Also filed under Engine and suspension

I bought my 2020 Lincoln nautilus in February 2025 soon after I noticed a jerking from my lower gears,it has 80000 miles.i took it to the dealer I bought it from and they said the transmission is falling and will cost $10,188 to replace.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14

Engine

15% · 5 reports

Wheels

9% · 3 reports

CRASHINJURY

Service brakes

9% · 3 reports

CRASH

Exterior lighting

9% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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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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2021-02-01Back over prevention20V575000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021.

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2021-03-12Power train21V011000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level.

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2021-08-03Recall queryOpen Rearview Camera FMVSS 111 Noncompliance
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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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Buy-smart checklist

2020 Lincoln Nautilus — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Power train: 17 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
Wheels: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 20V414000 · Air bags, electrical system, seats
Recall 20V550000 · Power train
Recall 20V575000 · Back over prevention
Recall 21V011000 · Power train
Recall 25V442000 · Back over prevention

FAQ

Is the 2020 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 2020 Lincoln Nautilus?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus have?: 5 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.