Federal safety data shows 11 recalls and 25 complaints for the 2020 Lincoln Navigator, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V4420002025-27-06

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of 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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20V3660002020-23-06

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The attachment bracket for the driver's side second-row seat headrest may not have been sufficiently welded to the seat frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

An improperly welded headrest bracket may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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20V2620002020-08-05

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with camera-only Pre-Collision Assist feature. Vehicles built with the optional radar-plus-camera Pre-Collision Assist system are not affected. Due to incorrect coding of interfacing modules, the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not enabled, and the driver cannot access the menu functions necessary to enable the Pre-Collision Assist feature.

If the driver is unaware that the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not enabled, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

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22V2500002022-14-04

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

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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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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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25V3460002025-23-05

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Expedition and Navigator vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 20V262. The Pre-Collision Assist features, such as forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking, are not functional due to a software error.

Inoperative pre-collision assist features that fail to perform as expected can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

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25V6280002025-19-09

ENGINE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. A short circuit within the battery junction box can cause an engine fire while driving or parked.

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

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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

Of 25 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2020 Lincoln Navigator. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train13

02Engine3

03Electrical System2

04Electrical System,lane Departure,forward Collision Avoidance1

05Seat Belts1

25 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Lincoln Navigator Fuel Economy

18–19mpg combined

16city

21-22hwy

$2,300-$2,450/yr

The 2020 Lincoln Navigator delivers 18 to 19 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Navigator 2WD - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

16 city22 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor

Navigator 4WD - Automatic (S10)

18mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

16 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Navigator L 2WD - Automatic (S10)

18mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

16 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2020 Lincoln Navigator

32States

35%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 15%, with options spread across 32 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

TXTexas

54815%

FLFlorida

40211%

MIMichigan

3019%

OKOklahoma

2116%

GAGeorgia

1735%

ILIllinois

1584%

MOMissouri

1444%

TNTennessee

1233%

PAPennsylvania

1233%

CACalifornia

1223%

NYNew York

1063%

MNMinnesota

1033%

NJNew Jersey

903%

DCWashington DC

802%

OHOhio

802%

NCNorth Carolina

702%

COColorado

672%

MD49

AZ48

WI41

AR40

IA39

MS38

DE37

WA37

AL32

NV31

KS29

KY29

IN25

UT22

OR20

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2020.

2020 Lincoln Navigator Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2020 Lincoln Navigator a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2020 Lincoln Navigator. There are 11 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2020 Lincoln Navigator?

NHTSA shows 11 recall campaigns for the 2020 Lincoln Navigator. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2020 Lincoln Navigator?

You'll get between 18 and 19 MPG combined from the 2020 Lincoln Navigator, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2020 Lincoln Navigator?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 25 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.