2007 Lincoln Navigator problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (5) · Fuel/Propulsion System (5) · Vehicle Speed Control (4)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
38 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (27)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Wheels 2024-07-24 · TSB 24-2188 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 22-2219 to update the parts list and service procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 (non-raptor) vehicles equipped with 4wd may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel a
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2023-09-07 · SSM 51909 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
when performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving mercon sp, mercon lv has replaced all versions of mercon sp and can be used going forward. mixing mercon lv and mercon sp in the same transmission is acceptable. after 30-jun-2023, mercon sp atf will no longer be manufactured and wi
Structure 2023-04-04 · SSM 51536 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
for 2000-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. it is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (vin) from a different vehicle. most modules on these affe
Power Train 2022-06-21 · TSB 22-2219 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 (non-raptor) vehicles equipped with 4wd may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. this may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (iwe). to correct this condition, follow the service procedure
Wheels 2020-10-16 · TSB 20-2307 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 vehicles equipped with tod transfer cases may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. this may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (iwe). to correct this condition, follow the service procedur
Structure 2020-07-13 · TSB 20-2233 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. some 2000 and newer ford/lincoln/mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. panel replacement is
Showing the 6 most recent of 27 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2024-08-26 · Engine · 75,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 lincoln navigator. the contact stated while driving 35 mph, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. the vehicle was towed to the residence. no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failur…”
2021-03-21 · Structure:body · 140,000 mi“driver's door latch will not open from inside the vehicle…”
2019-05-12 · Vehicle Speed Control · 75,000 mi“takata recall. at a slow speed, with the foot on the brake, vehicle accelerates. speed is generally under 10 mph and has happened during turning...either left or right. specifically: it happened once turning left into a parking spot; it happened making a slow right hand turn on a street; it happened again during a left hand turn into a parking gara…”
2019-04-03 · Fuel/Propulsion System“my 2007 lincoln navigator may need rail cross-over hose because it contains weak areas. the hose may crack, which could cause a fuel odor and/or fuel leak. this is what i'm smelling outside of my truck.…”
2019-02-28 · Electrical System · 186,258 mi“water appears to have leaked into the interior fuse box , damaging many items and wires under fuse box , wires are sitting in water, causing corruption and loss of lights and other functions…”
2019-02-14 · Unknown Or Other · 188 mi“was driving car shut off...bought new battery instantly, then replaced crankshaft sensor because after car shutoff it wouldnt start back up...…”
2018-06-04 · Electrical System · 75,750 mi“the a/c stops blowing and functioning. recall # tsb-08-9-1 from 10-23-2008 states this exact issue. when a/c is selected the blower motor automatically goes to high.…”
2018-01-27 · Unknown Or Other“running board on driver side does not retract after closing the doors. it remains deployed. have to use my foot to assist it to close.....often. tried using wd-40 to lubricate the hinges but this only serves as a temporary fix. issues returns shortly thereafter.…”
2018-01-27 · Structure:body“hydraulic struts (lift support) for both front hood and power liftgate completely fail and cannot stay open.…”
2017-04-06 · Unknown Or Other“my driver side door latch is broken.....i cant get out of my car...and cant really figure out how to fix…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.