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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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Lincoln Navigator transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (44%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV, ext.

310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD

151000 mi

US $49
4WD vacuum solenoid and vacuum line replaced 

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2009 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV, ext.

310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD

52000 mi Replaced front passenger side axel seal because it was leaking. 
59000 mi Replaced one front axle seal and one real axle seal under the powertrain warranty for leaking. 

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2008 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic RWD

63000 mi Bump felt when car is braking below 10 mph 
64000 mi Transmission stil makes a bump when stopping 

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2007 Lincoln Navigator

Engine not specified

69000 mi

US $210
Misfiring & Check Engine Light on. Dealer check for trans slipping. Transmisson Electrical test found Code P0736.Did Pinpoint test checked oasis No TSB or SSM found. Road test found Misfire on cylinders 1,2&6. New Trans needed if DTC returns 

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2007 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic RWD

204000 mi

US $1500
Heard gears grinding driving out. Went back & had to get differential rebuilt. 
119000 mi

US $575
Seal replacement 

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2006 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic RWD

90500 mi

US $140
Replaced leaking left rear axle half-shaft seal. Replaced right front hub bearing. Replaced leaking left rear axle half-shaft seal. 
96000 mi

US $300
Harsh shifting into overdrive, harsh downshift into 1st gear when coasting to a stop. Replaced seals, o-rings, and plugs inside transmission valve body and harsh shifts were eliminated. Loud squeal and hesitation when accelerating under medium to heavy load when up shifting from 5th gear to overdrive. Exact symptoms as TSB on ZF6HP26 overdrive clutch pack failure. Requires transmission removal to fix, 12hrs labor and big $$ 
97000 mi Loud squeal and hesitation when accelerating under medium to heavy load when up shifting from 5th gear to overdrive. 

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2006 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

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

68000 mi Rough downshifts from 2-1. Valve body replaced. Google ZF6HP26 problems. Its a German transmission not Ford. Common problem with no help from Lincoln dealer that sold it to me. $3700. Dealer fixed after bought it back. 

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2004 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

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

43000 mi

US $100
Transmission clunking in reverse 
48000 mi

US $100
Truck clunks going into reverse. 
89000 mi

US $50
Front differential leaking. Was repaired 

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2000 Lincoln Navigator 4dr SUV

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

251000 mi

US $402
cust replaced transfer case actuator motor, still no 4 wd. dealer replaced 4 wd actuator fuse and noted loud popping & binding.. removed fuse 
253000 mi

US $259
strong vibration 25-30, 50-60, & 75mph & up.. tire service shop found extremly bad U joint on rear driveshaft, replaced same & transfer case seal, added trans fluid 

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Lincoln Navigator Transmission Problems

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