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2003 Lincoln Navigator repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (33%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (44%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (6%)

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2003 Lincoln Navigator repair cost distribution

$2500+ (7%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (57%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Lincoln Navigator in Texas, United States
May 2009 - Sep 2011
Jun 2009

104000 mi

US $850
check engine light (cylinder misfire)came on and vehicle had rough idle. Tune up didn't fix; found #7 cylinder head is bad/poor compression. Not news to Lincoln, though dealer says problem is very rare. $6K for rebuilt engine; Lincoln won't pay a penny. 
Sep 2011

US $590
Engine light came on 2 years ago. Engine bad. 
Lincoln Navigator in Florida, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010

104000 mi

US $209
AC would not blow through front vents 
Jan 2011

108000 mi

US $4800
Air ride air suspension bag and sensor replaced oassenger front  
Lincoln Navigator in California, United States
Jan 2009 - Jun 2012
Oct 2009

82000 mi

US $585
Rear A/C actuator replaced. 

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2003 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Lincoln Navigator in Michigan, United States
Nov 2013 - Apr 2015
Feb 2014

133400 mi

US $350
Air suspension failed on -20 deg F morning. I believe air suspension had been leaking. Aftermarket shock substitute-replacement is wonderful! Comfortable ride and handling. No towing problems with 28 foot Avion. 
Apr 2015

160000 mi

US $200
Driver rear bearing failing causing brake to drag. 
Lincoln Navigator in Kansas, United States
Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011

103000 mi

US $150
Replaced non-working engine hood shock absorbers. deployable running boards intermittently do not retract. 
Lincoln Navigator in Illinois, United States
Nov 2008 - Jun 2011
Jan 2008

112000 mi

US $230
front passenger door lock actuator failed, actuator replaced. front passenger door lock actuator failed, actuator replaced. driver and passenger mirror motors faulty, parts replaced by dealer driver and passenger mirror motors faulty, parts replaced by dealer 
Apr 2009

124500 mi

US $285
rear air was stuck to lower vents. Rear actuator that directs rear air flow to upper or lower vents was faulty and replaced 
Apr 2010

130900 mi

US $1000
Front right height sensor faulty, mechanic wanted $900 to replace (part alone cost $400). Bought Arnott coil conversion kit instead for all 4 struts. Works great. front right height sensor faulty, mechanic wanted $900 to replace (part alone cost $400). Bought Arnott coil conversion kit instead for all 4 struts. Works great 
Sep 2010

136000 mi

US $512
Squeak coming from front wheels, thought it was bearings and I had a mechanic replace front wheel hub assemblies ($517). 
Lincoln Navigator in Illinois, United States
Sep 2010 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015

41000 mi

US $458
dropped a timing chain. 

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2003 Lincoln Navigator Repair Histories

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