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2007 Lincoln Navigator brakes problems

moderate 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →

Failure mileage
Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450

When does it fail?

Of the 9 brakes complaints filed for the 2007 Lincoln Navigator, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.

0-25k
3 (100%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.

What stands out

Among the 5 model years of Lincoln Navigator in our records for brakes problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.

Brakes accounts for 20% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 6 categories tracked.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.

Service Bulletin 20554 Nov 2008

FORD: VEHICLES WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM DTC C2777. MAY EXHIBIT AN ANTI-LOCK BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM (ABS) LIGHT ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DTC C2777. PINPOINT TEST G IN WORK SHOP MANUAL SECION 206-09.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 3 most recent

brakes · 5,000 mi · filed 12/13/2007

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Lincoln navigator. While driving 40 MPH, the contact heard a clunking noise and the ABS activated without warning. The dealer stated that the ABS sensor caused the failure. They replaced the sensor; however, the failure recurred. As of december 13, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 5,000 and current mileage was 22,000.…

brakes · 19,758 mi · filed 11/11/2008

Purchased vehicle as a cpo on 9/27/08. Vehicle was left at dealership to replace navigation system failure. Took physical delivery and drove home on 10/4/2008. Low tire pressure warning light came on after 15 miles leaving dealership on way home(none of the tires were low on pressure). Returned vehicle to dealer to have system checked and light reset. On 10/29 mileage on vehicle was 19,758.…

brakes · 1,030 mi · filed 06/10/2008

On 07/26/07, while driving our brand-new navigator, (purchased new on 07/06/07) all dash lights flickered and brake pedal would not engage. A cracking noise coming from the brake pedal sounded, and the light showing a car with squiggly lines flashed. After several attempts to engage the brakes, we were finally able to brake, but for a while we were not sure we were going to be able to do so.…

Had brakes trouble with your 2007 Lincoln Navigator? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the brakes problem on the 2007 Lincoln Navigator?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 9 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?

Across the 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 5,000 and 45,482 miles, with the median around 19,758. A quarter of owners report trouble before 5,000; a quarter make it past 45,482. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes 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 brakes?

No active recalls currently cover brakes 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.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Lincoln/Navigator. 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. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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