MYRModel Year Report

2008 Lincoln Navigator

▲ Better than typical
2008 Lincoln Navigator
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:56:43.061Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln Navigator Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 1998: 192 complaints 1998 1999: 132 complaints 2000: 109 complaints 2001: 81 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 127 complaints 2004: 86 complaints 2005: 48 complaints 2006: 60 complaints 2006 2007: 45 complaints 2008: 30 complaints 2008 2009: 10 complaints 2010: 16 complaints 2010 2011: 9 complaints 2012: 12 complaints 2013: 14 complaints 2014: 17 complaints 2014 2015: 21 complaints 2016: 25 complaints 2017: 31 complaints 2018: 51 complaints 2018 2019: 77 complaints 2020: 30 complaints 2021: 31 complaints 2022: 21 complaints 2022 2023: 6 complaints 2024: 16 complaints 2025: 11 complaints 2026: 0 complaints 2026 2027: 0 complaints 2027
2008: 30 complaints
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YearComplaints
19970
1998192
1999132
2000109
200181
200232
2003127
200486
200548
200660
200745
200830
200910
201016
20119
201212
201314
201417
201521
201625
201731
201851
201977
202030
202131
202221
20236
202416
202511
20260
20270

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SERVICE BRAKES 27%

27% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 23%

23% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.

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Unknown, got towed, stolen

NHTSA ODI report, 20250611

Also filed under STRUCTURE and EXTERIOR LIGHTING

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE PANEL LIGHTING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE IT WAS STATED THE FUSE BOX IN THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130607

SIDE STEP BOARDS DON'T WORK. WINDOWS STOP WORKING DUE TO THE DESIGN OF VEHICLE AND WATER GETTING IN. POWER HEATING AND COOLING SEATS DON'T WORK. BACK REAR GATE KEEPS CLOSING HAS HIT THE KIDS AND MYSELF MANY TIMES TRYING TO GET ITEMS OUT OF BACK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121201

STRUCTURE 13%

13% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body.

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AFTER TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL THE STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT RETURN TO CENTER, IT MUST BE BROUGHT BACK MANUALLY. SECOND, THE ROCKER PANELS FRONT AND BACK ARE RUSTED OUT COMPLETELY AND I WORRY ABOUT INTEGRITY AND SAFETY OF THE FRAME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190111

Also filed under STEERING

STEERING 7%

7% of complaints: steering — 2 distinct reports on file.

VISIBILITY 7%

7% of complaints: visibility — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear window wiper/washer.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20080305 — latches/locks/linkages

FORD IS RECALLING 123,632 MY 2007-2008 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR VEHICLES. THE DOOR HANDLE HOUSING EMBOSSMENT RETAINING THE BOTTOM OF THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE SPRING ON ALL SIDE DOORS MAY FRAC

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INTERIOR HANDLE SPRING ON ALL SIDE DOORS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Campaign 08V058000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20080424 — tires

FORD IS RECALLING 158 MY 2008 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) AND THE LIMO BUILDERS PACKAGE FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS

Remedy: DEALERS WILL RECONFIGURE THE TPMS THRESHOLDS TO THE APPROPRIATE PRESSURES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Campaign 08V166000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20081014 — PE (closed 20090409)

TIRE VALVE CRACKING

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Lincoln Navigator — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V058000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V166000 (tires) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2020 ▲ 2021 ▲ 2017

WORST YEARS

■ 1998 ■ 1999 ■ 2003

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Lincoln Navigator reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Lincoln Navigator is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Lincoln Navigator?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Lincoln Navigator have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.