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2017 Lincoln Navigator Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Lincoln Navigator, most often about the brakes (31% of complaints). It is 12th of 26 Navigator model years by number of complaints and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2017 Lincoln Navigator problems
Brakes
10 complaints · 31%Parts named most often: foundation components.
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated when starting the vehicle, the vehicle lost brake functionality. The brake fluid warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake master cylinder and brake booster needed to be…
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that extra effort was needed to stop the vehicle while the brake fluid message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact replenished the brake fluid; however, the fluid would leak out of the reservoir soon after replacement. The contact called an…
Visibility and wipers
5 complaints · 16%My vehicle is a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The backup camera works maybe 50% of the times that I attempt to back up. I understand that Lincoln has a recall on other Lincoln vehicles for this issue, but not for the Navigator. The cross traffic alert does not work. In combination, attempting to back up has a real potential…
Backup camera
5 complaints · 16%Parts named most often: rearview system braking, warnings.
My vehicle is a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The backup camera works maybe 50% of the times that I attempt to back up. I understand that Lincoln has a recall on other Lincoln vehicles for this issue, but not for the Navigator. The cross traffic alert does not work. In combination, attempting to back up has a real potential…
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while reversing, the rear-view camera image was blue. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while reversing. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rear-view camera had failed and needed to be replaced.…
Electrical
4 complaints · 13%Air bags
3 complaints · 9%The contact owned a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while traveling at 40 MPH, the vehicle struck the front passenger side of another vehicle that made an illegal u-turn at a higher rate of speed. The vehicle spun out and came to a stop after crashing into a bus occupied by children. No air bags…
Fuel system
3 complaints · 9%Other or unspecified
3 complaints · 9%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Lincoln Navigator recalls
Backup camera: camera
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning january 2026 and june 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25v270. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning september 8, 2025.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 lincoln mkc, mustang, f-350 sd, f-250 sd, f-450 sd, 2015-2017 lincoln navigator, expedition, 2015-2018 edge, transit connect, 2016-2019 f-550 sd, transit, 2017-2019 econoline, and 2019 ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Brakes: master cylinder
Risk: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 25, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s37. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22v-150.
Full defect summary
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.
Visibility and wipers: exterior
Risk: An electrical short circuit in the exterior mirror increases the risk of fire.
Fix: Dealers will disconnect the LED light wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 27, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s08.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 lincoln navigator vehicles. The LED logo lights on the exterior mirrors may short circuit.
Visibility and wipers: fan/motor
Risk: Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed august 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s56.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 ford expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.
Brakes: master cylinder
Risk: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on april 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed april 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20v-332. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s11.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ford expedition, lincoln navigator, and 2016-2018 f-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5l ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2017 Lincoln Navigator
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lincoln Navigator?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: brakes (10 complaints); visibility and wipers (5 complaints); backup camera (5 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Lincoln Navigator have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 3, 2025 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Lincoln Navigator?
- It is 12th of 26 Navigator model years by number of complaints, with 32 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.