2015 Lincoln Navigator

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2015 Lincoln Navigator
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:47:41.424Z

Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lincoln Navigator Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2015 highlighted. 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 192 complaints 1999: 132 complaints 2000: 109 complaints 2001: 81 complaints 2001 2002: 32 complaints 2003: 127 complaints 2004: 86 complaints 2005: 48 complaints 2005 2006: 60 complaints 2007: 45 complaints 2008: 30 complaints 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 16 complaints 2011: 9 complaints 2012: 12 complaints 2013: 13 complaints 2013 2014: 17 complaints 2015: 21 complaints 2015 2016: 25 complaints 2017: 30 complaints 2017 2018: 48 complaints 2019: 69 complaints 2020: 28 complaints 2021: 29 complaints 2021 2022: 20 complaints 2023: 6 complaints 2024: 15 complaints 2025: 11 complaints 2025 2026: 0 complaints 2027: 0 complaints 2027
2015: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
19970
1998192
1999132
2000109
200181
200232
2003127
200486
200548
200660
200745
200830
200910
201016
20119
201212
201313
201417
201521
201625
201730
201848
201969
202028
202129
202220
20236
202415
202511
20260
20270

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.

POWER TRAIN

5 of 21 total reports mention: power train.

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MY 2015 Lincoln Navigator suddenly down shifts when driving. I was on the highway driving 65 MPH when I had to pull off onto the edge of the highway at night in CHICAGO. This is very scary and a significant safety issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240720

Our 2015 Lincoln Navigator suddenly down shifts when driving which is a significant safety issue. Ford knows of the defects with the transmission in this model.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231204

WHILE DRIVING ON A BUSY ROAD THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THERE WERE 3 CHILDREN IN CAR SEATS AT THE TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND REPAIR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180525

ENGINE

4 of 21 total reports mention: engine.

CRASH FIRE
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The contact owned a 2015 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that when started, the air conditioning system became inoperable. The contact observed smoke coming through the air vents. The vehicle was turned off.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230906

ENGINE SURGED CAUSING VEHICLE TO PROPEL FORWARD HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. THERE WAS SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND LESS DAMAGE TO THE TRUCK THAT I HIT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161120

VISIBILITY

3 of 21 total reports mention: visibility.

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 21 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20230804 — electrical system, visibility

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023.

Campaign 22V648000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250327 — visibility

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The LED logo lights on the exterior mirrors may short circuit.

Remedy: Dealers will disconnect the LED light wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S08.

Campaign 25V091000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20251016 — back over prevention

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42.

Campaign 25V270000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260113 — back over prevention

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger...

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026.

Campaign 25V572000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Lincoln Navigator — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 22V648000 (electrical system, visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V091000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V270000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V572000 (back over prevention) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2008 ▲ 2017 ▲ 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 1998 ■ 1999 ■ 2003

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FAQ

Is the 2015 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 2015 Lincoln Navigator?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Lincoln Navigator have?

4 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.