Is the 2022 Lincoln Navigator a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B+7.5/10
The Lincoln Navigator is a top choice for those seeking luxury and power in a full-size SUV, but be prepared for higher maintenance costs compared to competitors.
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Pros
- Luxurious interior
- Powerful engine
- Smooth ride
Cons
- High depreciation
- Large size can be unwieldy in tight spaces
- Expensive maintenance
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
17 mpg
Maintenance cost
$3,000/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Infotainment system glitches
- Suspension wear
- Turbocharger issues
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (14)
The 2022 Lincoln Navigator has 14 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Seat Belts — Pretensioner (campaign 26V344000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Electrical System — Integrated Trailer Brake Control — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transi…
- Back Over Prevention — Software — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected …
- 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…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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