Lincoln Navigator

Name: 2026 Lincoln Navigator
Brand: Lincoln

EPA MPG: 17 mpg

RECALL ALERT: There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

RECALL ALERT: There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Predicted Reliability

We expect the 2026 Navigator will be about average when compared to other new cars. This is based on the Lincoln's brand score.

The 2026 Lincoln Navigator has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA. View Recalls

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SEATS

Mar 03, 2026

Unexpected movement of the driver¿¿¿s seat may affect the driver¿¿¿s ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Summary:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The obstacle detection software for the driver seat may malfunction at low speeds, resulting in the seat reversing unexpectedly while driving.

What should you do:

The seat control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

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NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V120000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 1189

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Feb 20, 2026

Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver¿¿¿s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Summary:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What should you do:

The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

For more information:

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V104000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 4381878

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