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Lincoln Navigator repairs by problem area
Engine (20%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (24%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (4%)
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Chart based on 157 repairs.
Lincoln Navigator suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (25%)
$100 - $499 (34%)
< $100 (25%)
Chart based on 32 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2013 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD
| 65000 mi | Sensor for the ride height was broken giving check air suspension error messages. |
2012 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV, ext.
310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD
| 50000 mi US $100 |
Problematic rear air suspension had set warning light in dashboard. After much pushing, dealer checked system and found level sensors had failed. Repaired under extended warranty. |
| 114000 mi | Power steering rack leaking |
2011 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV, ext.
310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD
| 62500 mi | rear air shocks compressor replaced. |
2008 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic RWD
| 126000 mi | Replaced [tie-rod end] |
2007 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV, ext.
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic RWD
| 190000 mi US $140 |
Bad alignment. Replaced both wheel bearing hubs on front. Will get an alignment next week. |
2006 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic RWD
| 88970 mi US $650 |
Caster Camber adjustment kit had to be installed in order to get vehicle to align within specifications. Alignment, and wheel rotation. Replaced right front hub bearing. Caster Camber adjustment kit had to be installed in order to get vehicle to align within specifications. Alignment, and wheel rotation. |
| 96200 mi US $650 |
Rear air bags cracked and leaked causing air compressor to cycle on and off and eventually fail. Car sitting very low after being parked for a while. Required replacement of both rear air bags and compressor assembly. |
2005 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic RWD
| 114000 mi US $800 |
Replaced airride with shocks and springs. |
| 140000 mi US $850 |
wheel bearing, and idler arm. |
| 90000 mi US $400 |
Seals leaked air from suspension. Had to replace seals so air suspension would pump up. |
2005 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 125000 mi US $2000 |
Air ride system went out. required 1 strut, air compressor and dryer. |
| 131000 mi US $600 |
Air system went down. 2 broken strut seals. Replaced with aftermarket coils and struts. No more air ride. |
| 91000 mi US $100 |
replaced air compressor |
2004 Lincoln Navigator
Engine not specified
| 140200 mi | Air suspension repairs, front sensors |
| 141200 mi | Air suspension repairs again, rear sensors |
| 142000 mi | Air suspension repairs a third time, right shock |
2004 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 120000 mi US $1100 |
REPLACE AIR PUMP RELAY, REPLACE RIGHT FRONT STRUT/AIR SPRING ASSEMBLY, REPLACE RIGHT FRONT HEIGHT SENSOR, CALIBRATE RIDE COMPUTER |
| 142000 mi US $4000 |
Replaced almost the entire air suspension system. Tires plus could not fix it, dealership did part of it and I did the rest in my driveway. |
| 148000 mi | Power steering / air suspension computer needs to be replaced. Has taken 6 weeks for dealer to get the part. Repair still incomplete. |
2004 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 32000 mi US $700 |
Noisy air-ride pump |
| 154000 mi US $30 |
Inner and outer tie rod ends replaced. Inners had minimal play that prevented proper alignment but was not noticeable in driving. Outers had no detectable play. |
| 145000 mi US $400 |
had to replace front passenger air suspension and compressor with dryer |
| 155000 mi US $220 |
got rid of air suspension. put in springs and shocks. rides like an old caddy. love it |
| 76000 mi US $50 |
Air suspension in the front wouldn't rise in cold weather, below 40 degrees. |
2003 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 103000 mi US $4800 |
Air ride air suspension bag and sensor replaced oassenger front |
2003 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 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. |
| 160000 mi US $200 |
Driver rear bearing failing causing brake to drag. |
| 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 |
| 136000 mi US $512 |
Squeak coming from front wheels, thought it was bearings and I had a mechanic replace front wheel hub assemblies ($517). |
2000 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 253000 mi US $79 |
car wanders, steering wheel position vague.. replaced pitman arm, power steering cooler assby, fluid, alignment. replaced customer supplied steering gearbox. strong vibration noticed on extended trip over mountains. dealer said.."nothing found but 2 badly bent rear rims".. balanced rims out & ran vehicle on rolling road.. "should be safe to drive" drove car next day and still noticed vibration |
1998 Lincoln Navigator
Engine not specified
| 198000 mi US $450 |
Tie rods worn out so wheels wouldn't properly align wearing front tires. Replaced tie rod components and aligned. |
1998 Lincoln Navigator 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 182000 mi | Replace tie rod ends |
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