Does the 2025 Lincoln Navigator have recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2025 Lincoln Navigator, including Air Bags › Frontal; Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software; Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2025 Lincoln Navigator problems?

Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (4), service brakes (4), electrical system (3), steering (2).

How much does a 2025 Lincoln Navigator cost to own for 5 years?

About $84,388 over 5 years ($1,406/month) at an estimated $63,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2025 Lincoln Navigator

The 2025 Lincoln Navigator earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 46/100. Expect about $84,388 to own it for five years, or $1,406 a month. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 14 complaints.

Recalls: 7
Complaints: 14
5-yr cost: $84k
MPG (EPA): 17

Weak

Ownership Score

2025 Lincoln Navigator vs nearby years

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7 recalls may apply

For the 2025 Lincoln Navigator. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The passenger side air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to deploy with excessive force during a crash.
Risk: An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger side air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S51.

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Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $63,750 price, 20% down, 6.35% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$84,388

$1,406/month · $1.41/mile

Depreciation	$29,660
Insurance (national avg.)	$16,200
Fuel / charging	$11,825
Maintenance	$10,304
Repairs	$2,208
Loan interest	$9,366
Taxes & fees	$4,825

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

14 complaints1 involved a crash

Forward Collision Avoidance4
Service Brakes4
Unknown Or Other3
Electrical System3
Steering2
Vehicle Speed Control2

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 5 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 3 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2025 Lincoln Navigator SUV 4WD

What to check on a used 2025 Lincoln Navigator

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Brakes
- Press the pedal firmly: it should feel solid, not sink or pulse.
- Listen for grinding or squealing when stopping.
Driver-assist systems
- Ask if the systems work as designed and if any warnings stay on.
- Test the backup camera and parking sensors if fitted.
Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

Common 2025 Lincoln Navigator problems

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FAQ

Is the 2025 Lincoln Navigator a good car to buy?: The 2025 Lincoln Navigator earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 46/100. Expect about $84,388 to own it for five years, or $1,406 a month. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 14 complaints.
Does the 2025 Lincoln Navigator have recalls?: NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2025 Lincoln Navigator, including Air Bags › Frontal; Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software; Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2025 Lincoln Navigator problems?: Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (4), service brakes (4), electrical system (3), steering (2).
How much does a 2025 Lincoln Navigator cost to own for 5 years?: About $84,388 over 5 years ($1,406/month) at an estimated $63,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.