Based on 14 NHTSA recalls and 21 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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The 2022 Lincoln Navigator shows high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Review the issues below and have a thorough pre-purchase inspection done by an independent mechanic.
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14
NHTSA Recalls
14 recalls on record
21
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
3
Crash Reports
1 fire report
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All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Lincoln dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control
Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's…
🔧 Exterior Lighting: Lighting Control Module: Software
A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the headlight control module software and recalibrate the headlights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…
🔧 Equipment: Other: Owners/Service/Other Manual
Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed…
🔧 Equipment: Other: Labels
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this…
🔧 Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control
Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's…
🔧 Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components: Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025….
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Software
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy…
🔧 Exterior Lighting: Lighting Control Module: Software
A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the headlight control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for…
🔧 Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification…
🔧 Visibility: Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332….
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Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2022 model year is highlighted.
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⚠ Higher-complaint years: 2019 — These model years have more owner complaints in NHTSA data than the other years compared.
✅ Best model years: 2023, 2025 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Is the 2022 Lincoln Navigator reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 Lincoln Navigator has 14 recall campaigns and 21 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2022 Lincoln Navigator have?
The 2022 Lincoln Navigator has 14 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Lincoln Navigator?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2022 Lincoln Navigator are: Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Fuel System, Suspension. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2022 Lincoln Navigator safe to buy?
The 2022 Lincoln Navigator has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 14 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Lincoln Navigator should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Lincoln Navigator are: 2023, 2025. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years with higher complaint counts: 2019.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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