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2016 Lincoln Navigator

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2016 Lincoln Navigator
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:47:40.586Z

Only 25 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 25 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, 2016 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 2016: 25 complaints 2016 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
2016: 25 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 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

6 of 25 total reports mention: visibility.

FIRE
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The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while driving at 10 MPH, there was smoke coming from the A/C vents and from the defroster. There was no warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231101

SERVICE BRAKES

4 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes.

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I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE CHECK BRAKES LIGHT CAME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH A LOW BRAKE FLUID WARNING. I WENT TO PUSH THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191004

WHILE DRIVING THE LOW BRAKE FLUID LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND CHECK BRAKE FLUID WARNING ALERTED ME, AS I WAS LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO PULL OVER THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR BOARD AND NO BRAKES WERE PRESENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190916

BACK OVER PREVENTION

4 of 25 total reports mention: back over prevention.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while driving at 10 MPH, there was smoke coming from the A/C vents and from the defroster. There was no warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231101

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20220429 — service brakes, hydraulic

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge.

Campaign 22V150000 — check if this car was fixed

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 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

2016 Lincoln Navigator — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for back over prevention issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 22V150000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V648000 (electrical system, visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V091000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V572000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2008 ▲ 2017 ▲ 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 1998 ■ 1999 ■ 2003

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FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 Lincoln Navigator?

The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 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.