2025 Lincoln Nautilus
Only 20 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 95 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 20 |
| 2026 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 20 total reports mention: lane departure.
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I had a 2020 ford explorer with co-Pilot 360 which is lane centering with your hand on the wheel. The new Nautilus is equipped with this same system and Blu Cruise.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251007
4 of 20 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.
3 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes.
3 of 20 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.
2 of 20 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction, and the window reversal distance does not meet the minimum requirement.
Remedy: Dealers will recalibrate the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 24V953000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang Mach E, and Mustang vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the LED Driver Modules, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C39.
Campaign 25V519000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V953. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.
Remedy: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 25V518000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles.
Remedy: The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 Aviator, 2025 Explorer, 2025 Nautilus notified owners on 4/13/2026.
Campaign 26V165000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 25V343000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026.
Campaign 26V122000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Lincoln Nautilus — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for lane departure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V122000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V953000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V519000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V518000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V165000 (back over prevention, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V343000 (electrical system, equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2025 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 2025 Lincoln Nautilus?
The most-reported component is lane departure: assist, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.