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2005 Lincoln Navigator repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (35%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (0%)

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2005 Lincoln Navigator repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic RWD

Lincoln Navigator in California, United States
Jun 2010 - Sep 2011
Aug 2010

50500 mi

US $50
Sunroof mechanism broke 
Lincoln Navigator in Texas, United States
Dec 2010 - Jun 2017
Jun 2011

65000 mi

US $60
replaced one low pressure tire sensors 
Nov 2011

72200 mi

US $180
replaced other three low pressure tire sensors 
Dec 2011

74000 mi
Tire pressure sensors replaced again. 
Feb 2015

114000 mi

US $800
Replaced airride with shocks and springs. 
Sep 2016

140000 mi

US $850
Remanufactured alternator,  wheel bearing, and idler arm. 
Lincoln Navigator in Texas, United States
May 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011

90000 mi

US $400
Seals leaked air from suspension. Had to replace seals so air suspension would pump up. 
Lincoln Navigator in Texas, United States
Oct 2010 - Jan 2013
Jan 2012

96800 mi

US $500
Cylinders were misfiring causing an alarming drivetrain shake and clattering noise. Dealer replaced all plugs. Indie shop refused to service vehicle due to high probability of breaking plugs in engine. 

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2005 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Lincoln Navigator in Oklahoma, United States
Jun 2014 - Jan 2018
Jun 2015

125000 mi

US $2000
Air ride system went out. required 1 strut, air compressor and dryer. 
Jun 2016

131000 mi

US $600
Air system went down. 2 broken strut seals. Replaced with aftermarket coils and struts. No more air ride. 
Jan 2018

143000 mi

US $500
egr valve 
Lincoln Navigator in Louisiana, United States
Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
Apr 2013

170700 mi

US $80
Fan clutch has been replaced 
Lincoln Navigator in Illinois, United States
Jul 2012 - Mar 2013
Dec 2012

91000 mi

US $100
replace master cylinder replaced air compressor 
Lincoln Navigator in Oregon, United States
Oct 2012 - Nov 2012
Nov 2012

91000 mi

US $50
Corroded battery connections. Mechanic, in my belief, that did prior work left cables loose and connections corroded. 

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2005 Lincoln Navigator 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

Lincoln Navigator in Indiana, United States
Apr 2016 - Sep 2016
Jul 2016

133300 mi

US $400
has a hesitation 

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2005 Lincoln Navigator Repair Histories

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