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2006 Lincoln Navigator recalls and problems

3 recalls and 60 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Lincoln Navigator.

3
recalls
60
owner complaints
5
complaints mentioning a crash
3
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2006 Lincoln Navigator recalls

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 05V519000 · reported November 9, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 289 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with an incorrectly manufactured automatic transmission parking pawl guide plate.
The risk
This could cause the parking lock system not to engage, after the transmission is placed in the park ("p") position. If the vehicle was parked on an incline, and the parking brake was not engaged, this could result in a vehicle rollaway condition.
The fix
Dealers will repair and replace the automatic transmission guide plate. The recall began on november 18, 2005. Owners may contact lincoln at 1-800-248-0186.

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor

NHTSA campaign 05V520000 · reported November 9, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 199,942 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain trucks, passenger cars and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease being applied to the output shaft gear.
The risk
After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear to distort or fracture during operation resulting in a loss of wiper function. Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. The recall began on november 22, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673 or lincoln/mercury at 1-800-521-4140.

Tires: tread/belt

NHTSA campaign 05V310000 · reported July 6, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 10,061 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles, the front and rear tires on the driver's side of affected vehicles may have been damaged at the center tread during production.
The risk
Over time, the damage may be sufficient to allow belt corrosion ultimately leading to a tread separation, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect all four tires (to ensure inspection of the left hand side tires that may have been rotated to the other side of the vehicle) for tire tread damage and, if necessary, replace the damaged tire. The recall began on july 13, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 3, 2022 · Electrical system

Fuel gauge says zero miles to empty and will not take any gas more than a few gallons before kicking pump off. Gauge shows it's over heating but if you turn ignition off and turn right back on it resets and is fine. Codes come back saying nothing about fuel or cooling, but only something about speed control in the…

Jun 23, 2020 · Air bags · 25,000 miles

AIR BAGS SHOCKS.

Feb 25, 2020 · Unknown or other · 146,782 miles

IT STARTS SHAKING THEN IT SAYS ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND THEN TURNS OFF WHILE DRIVING

Jan 31, 2020 · Engine · 120,400 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND ATTEMPTING TO MOVE FORWARD, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE HESITATED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT THEN ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE ON…

Dec 9, 2018 · Suspension · 45,000 miles

THE SUSPENSION ON THIS SUV IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS I HAVE REPLACED THE SUSPENSION AIRBAGS OH RINGS COMPRESSORS MULTIPLE TIMES AND EACH TIME IT TURNS COLD AND I LIVE IN ARIZONA THE CAR DROPS AND ON ABLE TO DRIVE IT DUE TO EXTREME VIOLENT SHAKING TO WEAR THE CAR SEEMS LIKE IT'S GOING TO ROLL OVER SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE…

Navigator model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2003 012763
2004 08642
2005 04842
2006 36053
2007 24524
2008 23021
2009 11000

Across all years, the 2003 Navigator has the most complaints (127). All Lincoln Navigator years →

Questions

Does the 2006 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2006 Lincoln Navigator, the most recent reported on November 9, 2005 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lincoln Navigator?
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (16 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (13).
How many 2006 Lincoln Navigator complaints mention a crash or fire?
5 of 60 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 3, 2022.