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2009 Lincoln Navigator recalls and problems

1 recall and 10 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Lincoln Navigator.

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recalls
10
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2009 Lincoln Navigator recalls

Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch

NHTSA campaign 09V232000 · reported June 24, 2009 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 1,357 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford is recalling 1,357 my 2009 expedition and navigator vehicles for failing to comply with the federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the brake stop lamp switch may be improperly adjusted. This may result in a delay in brake stoplamp illumination when the brake pedal is depressed. In situations of very mild brake application, the brake stoplamps may not illuminate.
The risk
Delay or loss of brake stoplamp function may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will adjust the brake stoplamp switch free of charge. The recall began on july 6, 2009. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 or www.ownerconnection.com.

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.

Apr 28, 2021 · Unknown or other

DOES NOT GIVE ME ANY INFO ON ANY VIN NUMBER IS PUT IN. GET THE 4 COLORED BLOCKS CIRCLING AND THEN STATES LOOKING FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS VEHICLE? NHTSA OFFERS MORE SAFETY INFORMATION BASED ON A VEHICLE'S YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL. CHECK SAFETY RATINGS, RECOMMENDED TECHNOLOGIES AND OTHER SAFETY ISSUES.

Mar 7, 2016 · Service brakes · 31,000 miles

WHEN BRAKING WHILE MOVING (AT ANY SPEED), THE BRAKE PEDAL BEGINS BRAKING AT ITS NORMAL PRESSURE POINT AND THEN SINKS TO THE FLOOR WITH REDUCED BRAKING EFFECT. SUNNYVALE LINCOLN HAS CHECKED THE WHOLE SYSTEM FOR LEAKS AND BLED SOME VERY TINY AIR BUBBLES OUT OF THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. THE PROBLEM RETURNED AFTER ABOUT…

Jan 11, 2016 · Unknown or other · 75,000 miles

THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY GETS STUCK IN PARK AND IS UNABLE TO SHIFT INTO GEAR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. I READ SOMETHING ABOUT THE BREAK SWITCH RECALL BUT AFTER CALLING FORD THEY TOLD ME THE RECALL WAS VIN SPECIFIC AND MY VEHICLE WASN'T A PART OF IT. MAKES NO SENSE TO ME IF MY VEHICLE IS DOING EXACTLY WHAT THE RECALL…

Jun 25, 2015 · Engine · 90,500 miles

WHEN DRIVING FROM UP GRADE AT ABOUT 1200 RPM, THERE IS A RATTLE NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE

Jun 25, 2015 · Electrical system · 93,000 miles

WHEN AIR CONDITION IS SET BELOW 72, PASSENGER FRONT SIDE IS MAKING LOUD CLICKING NOISE FOR ABOUT 1 MINUTE THEN GOES AWAY.

Navigator model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2006 36053
2007 24524
2008 23021
2009 11000
2010 01630
2011 0910
2012 31200

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

Questions

Does the 2009 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Lincoln Navigator, the most recent reported on June 24, 2009 (Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Lincoln Navigator?
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (3 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (2).
How many 2009 Lincoln Navigator complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 10 complaints report a crash and 0 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 April 28, 2021.