Does the 2008 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Lincoln Navigator, the most recent reported on April 11, 2008 (Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Lincoln Navigator?

Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by service brakes (5).

How many 2008 Lincoln Navigator complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 30 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2008 Lincoln Navigator recalls and problems

2 recalls and 30 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Lincoln Navigator.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2008 Lincoln Navigator recalls

Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

NHTSA campaign 08V166000 · reported April 11, 2008 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 158 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford is recalling 158 my 2008 expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and the limo builders package for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, z"tire pressure monitoring systems." the tire pressure was increased from 35 psi to 40 psi without a commensurate update to the TPMS calibrations.
The risk: The TPMS indicator light will not illuminate when a tire pressure is is 25% below the 40 psi value stated on the tire placard label occurs.
The fix: Dealers will reconfigure the TPMS thresholds to the appropriate pressures. The recall began on april 23, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch

NHTSA campaign 08V058000 · reported February 5, 2008 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 123,632 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford is recalling 123,632 my 2007-2008 expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles. The door handle housing embossment retaining the bottom of the interior door handle spring on all side doors may fracture during normal customer usage. This can result in insufficient spring force to return the handle to the fully closed position. The handle may be loose causing a rattle or noise and the handle may not return to the fully closed position. This condition may also provide a delayed resistance when actuating the handle prior to opening the door.
The risk: In the event of a side impact crash, the interior door handle may cause the door latch to open increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Dealers will replace the interior handle spring on all side doors. The recall began on march 5, 2008. 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.

Electrical system7
Service brakes5
Structure4
Unknown or other3
Power train2
Service brakes, hydraulic2
Steering2
Visibility2
Air bags1
Electronic stability control (ESC)1

What owners report

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

Dec 23, 2025 · Service brakes
The brake booster vacuum hose attached to the intake manifold fitting swelled over time and was close to detaching from the intake manifold fitting. This condition could allow the hose to detach from the fitting during an engine backfire, resulting in loss of power brake assist and increased brake pedal effort. As a…

Jun 11, 2025 · Structure
Unknown, got towed, stolen

Mar 12, 2022 · Electrical system
Turning signals don't work. I bought this used 2008 Lincoln Navigator with the written text on my phone that said the used car lot took the vehicle to their mechanic and he said he had fixed the problem. I called him (the mechanic) upset and said the used car lot said he fixed the problem. He said he didn't say that…

Mar 16, 2020 · Wheels · 137,000 miles
FACTORY CHROME PAINTED WHEELS PEELING CAUSED TIRE BLOWOUT ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CHROME SEPARATES FROM THE ALUMINUM WHEEL AND THE TIRE STARTS TO LOSE AIR OR IN MY CASE BLOW OUT. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY RISK AND THERE'S NOT ANYTHING I'M ABLE TO DO. THIS IS HAPPENING WITH MANY OTHER LINCOLN VEHICLES THAT HAVE CHROME PAINTED…

Jun 26, 2019 · Electrical system · 158,188 miles
MY FRONT DRIVER SEAT WON'T GO BACK OR FORWARD. AND MY RUNNING BOARD IS NOT WORKING ANY MORE. ON THE DRIVER SIDE WON'T COME OUT ANY MORE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE STUCK OUT AND WON'T GO BACK IN. I TOOK IT TO MY MANICA AND HE SAID IT'S A RECALL ON THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Navigator model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2005	0	48	4	2
2006	3	60	5	3
2007	2	45	2	4
2008	2	30	2	1
2009	1	10	0	0
2010	0	16	3	0
2011	0	9	1	0

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

Questions

Does the 2008 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Lincoln Navigator, the most recent reported on April 11, 2008 (Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Lincoln Navigator?: Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by service brakes (5).
How many 2008 Lincoln Navigator complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 30 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 23, 2025.