Is the 2021 Lincoln Navigator a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
The 2021 Lincoln Navigator is a strong choice for those seeking a luxurious full-size SUV with excellent towing capacity and opulent features. However, be prepared for higher running costs.
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Pros
- Luxurious interior
- Strong towing capability
- Smooth ride quality
Cons
- High maintenance costs
- Average fuel economy
- Large size makes city driving tough
Ownership at a glance
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission shudder
- Infotainment system glitches
- Air suspension failures
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Active recalls (12)
The 2021 Lincoln Navigator has 12 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Power Train — Automatic Transmission (campaign 26V402000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Visibility — Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to t…
- Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Linkages — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers…
- Seat Belts — Pretensioner — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will no…
- Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resultin…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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