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ProblemsByVin File / 2022-LINCOLN-NAVIGATOR
2022 · lincoln

lincoln Navigator problems

2 safety recalls. 16 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints

electrical
7 reports · avg $850
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 Navigator · visibility
Windshield wipers will stop working when driving in weather that requires the windshield wipers. They stop in place and will not move even when trying to move them manually. This is an intermittent problem. The windshield wipers will reset and start working after a period of…
12/12/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11497041.0
2022 Navigator · electrical Fire
At about 2:30am after hearing some popping noises I went to the vehicle and saw that the engine under the bonnet was on fire. The fire was seeping out from the sides of the bonnet. The vehicle had been parked since 9:20pm the previous night. I called emergency services including…
11/26/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11701625.0
2022 Navigator · electrical
Vehicle would not start. Did not recognize key fob, phone app for engine start or the password.
11/11/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11493196.0
2022 Navigator · electrical
1. THE MONITOR ON THE VEHICLE WENT BLACK ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS SO FAR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING. THE SCREEN REBOOTED BUT CAUSES THE RETRACTABLE RUNNING BOARDS TO BE LOCKED IN THE UP POSITION. IN ORDER TO ADDRESS THE RUNNING BOARDS YOU MUST GO INTO THE SETTINGS AND ADJUST…
10/28/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11491382.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 22V455000 24/06/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Navigator vehicles

A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the headlight control module software and recalibrate the headlights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C14.
severe NHTSA 25V403000 13/06/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Navigator vehicles previously repaired under Recall 22V455 (22C14)

A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the headlight control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C28.

Common questions

Is the 2022 Lincoln Navigator reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Lincoln Navigator is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2022 Lincoln Navigator?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 7 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Lincoln Navigator has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Lincoln Navigator?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 16 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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