Trim Report

Lincoln Navigator Ultimate2018

Includes:NAVIGA|Ultimate
$4,995
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10 recall campaigns to check. See the safety breakdown below

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Where to Find Lincoln Navigator Ultimate

Location data for all 2018 Lincoln Navigator trims combined

32States

16% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 32 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Lincoln Navigator Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Lincoln Navigator trims

Elevated

With 10 recalls and 46 complaints, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

10
Recalls
46
Complaints
0
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
18V3920002018-12-06
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI V6 engines. These vehicles have high pressure fuel pump assemblies with welds that can fracture, which may cause an oil or fuel leak.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.

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18V8050002018-14-11
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Expedition vehicles. The second row center seat track assemblies may be missing one or both of the J-Channel reinforcement brackets, possibly allowing the seat to move in the event of a crash.

In the event of a crash, a seat that moves may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

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18V2130002018-04-04
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and Mustang and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. A roll pin may not have been installed in the transmission, potentially causing a loss of the "Park" function.

Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the instrument panel display indicating 'Park,' the vehicle may roll away after it has been exited if the parking brake has not been applied, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

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18V0580002018-16-01
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The second row window control modules may intermittently stop the movement of the power window. If something, such as a finger, is pinched by the window glass, the stopped window control module may prevent the window from automatically reversing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

If the window does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is found, it can increase the risk of injury.

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23V4200002023-09-06
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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24V0990002024-09-02
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently deploy and lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

Seat belts that do not retract or extend may fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

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24V8520002024-08-11
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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25V1970002025-23-05
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

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25V2360002025-11-04
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.

A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V5980002023-25-08
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2018-2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2022-2023 Ford Transit, and 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Lincoln Navigator's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 46 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train10
02Engine5
03Unknown Or Other5
04Steering3
05Back Over Prevention3
46 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Lincoln Navigator Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Lincoln Navigator trims

18–19mpg combined
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16city
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21-23hwy
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$3,550-$3,750/yr

Fuel economy for the 2018 Lincoln Navigator ranges from 18 to 19 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Navigator 2WD - Automatic (S10)
19mpg
3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$3,550/yr3/10 Poor
Navigator 4WD - Automatic (S10)
18mpg
3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
16 city21 hwy~$3,750/yr3/10 Poor
Navigator L 2WD - Automatic (S10)
18mpg
3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Ultimate Worth It?

Common questions about the 2018 Lincoln Navigator Ultimate

How does the Ultimate compare to other Lincoln Navigator trims?

The Ultimate occupies a distinct position in the Lincoln Navigator range. See how it stacks up on the 2018 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Lincoln Navigator Ultimate?

Maintenance costs for the Ultimate align with the broader Lincoln Navigator ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2018 model year has 10 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is power train. Check the 2018 Lincoln Navigator page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Lincoln Navigator Ultimate?

For the Ultimate, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Lincoln Navigator buyer's guide.

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