MY 2005 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR FUEL PUMP WENT BAD, AND WHEN I WENT TO BUY ONE, THERE IS A NATION WIDE BACK ORDER ON THIS ITEM, CAN THIS BE BECAUSE THE PART HAS BEEN GOING BAD ON ALL NAVIGATORS WHICH IS THE CAUSE OF THE MAJOR BACK ORDER, NOW MY CAR IS SITTING FOR 3 WEEKS BECAUSE I CANNOT LOCATE NO FUEL PUMP ANYWHERE IN THE USA. *TR
2005 Lincoln Navigator fuel system problems
moderate 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,200
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
WE HAVE PURCHASED A 2005 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR. IT IS THE ONLY VEHICLE I HAVE SEEN WHERE THERE IS NO "DOOR/FLAP" IN THE FILLER NECK TO PREVENT "SPLASH BACK"OF FUEL IN THE EVENT THE CAP IS LEFT OFF. I HAVE CHECKED THE 2006 MODELS, THEY APPEAR TO BE THE SAME. THE DEALER CANNOT ADVISE WHY IT IS LIKE THAT. I WOULD ASSUME IT WOULD PRESENT A FIRE HAZARD IF THE CAP IS ACCIDENTALLY LEFT OFF. I HAVE CHECKED-T…
2005 NAVIGATOR INJECTOR FAILED AND RUINED ENGINE ON JUNE 17, 2008 WITH 53,000 MILES DRIVEN. CAR WAS BILLOWING SMOKE, SMELLED STRONGLY OF GAS, AND STOPPED FUNCTIONING AS I WAS DRIVING IT. FORD TOOK NEARLY A MONTH TO REPLACE ENGINE AND REPLACE INJECTOR. PICKED CAR UP ON JULY 23, 2008. ROUGHLY 3 WEEKS LATER,A SECOND INJECTOR FAILED ON AUGUST 22, 2008. CAR WAS BILLOWING SMOKE AND FAILED AND I HAD…
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2005 Lincoln Navigator?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system 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 $1,200 for fuel system 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 fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system 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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