2009 Lincoln Navigator
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 192 |
| 1999 | 132 |
| 2000 | 109 |
| 2001 | 81 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 127 |
| 2004 | 86 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 60 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 82 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 1 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
3 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.
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When air condition is set below 72, passenger front side is making loud clicking noise for about 1 minute then goes away.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-06-25
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact horn failed to respond when engaged. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-11
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.
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While unloading the back of my truck, I was burned by the tail pipe that protrudes from the back right side of the truck. The burn is a 1/2 round shape on my right leg.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-07-03
My son,[xxx], got a second degree (I'm a physician) burn on his right lateral calf by the tail pipe when he was standing at the back end of our 09 Lincoln Navigator SUV.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-09-17
Tires
1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that the spare tire was an 18 inch instead of 20 inch like the other tires. The contact had a tire failure and the vehicle was unbalanced because of the size of the spare.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-10-14
Service brakes
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Engine
1 of 10 total reports mentions: engine.
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When driving from up grade at about 1200 RPM, there is a rattle noise coming from engine
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-06-25
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-07-01Exterior lighting09V232000 Ford is recalling 1,357 my 2009 expedition and Navigator vehicles for failing to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Remedy: Dealers will adjust the brake stoplamp switch free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2009. Owners may contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 or…
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Lincoln Navigator — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V232000 · Exterior lighting
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 2009 Lincoln Navigator?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Lincoln Navigator have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.