TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR. HE STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED AT 45 MPH AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO 65 MPH WHEN THE BRAKE WAS TAPPED TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN REPEATED ATTEMPTS WERE MADE TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE ACCELERATOR MAT ENTRAPMENT CAUSED THE FAILURE. HE ALSO STATED THAT HIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A PEDAL ADJUSTMENT F…
2005 lincoln Navigator cruise control problems
moderate 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$600
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IDLE IN TRAFFIC, THE THROTTLE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE STALLED SIMULTANEOUSLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO HAVE A DIAGNOSTIC PERFORMED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE C…
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2005 lincoln Navigator?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $600 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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