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2024 Lincoln Navigator

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 Navigator.

Transmission Automatic (S10)

The 2024 Lincoln Navigator, built on the latest full‑size SUV platform and mated to an automatic S10 transmission, delivers a combined fuel‑economy figure of 16 mpg city, 22 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined—among the best efficiency numbers for its class. Its powertrain is complemented by a suite of suspension and wheel components that, while the most cited area in owner feedback, have generated only 15 total complaints for the model year, and the vehicle has been subject to seven recalls that are being addressed through the manufacturer’s service program. Within a reliability record that spans three decades, the Navigator’s 2024 iteration follows the 2023 model year, which posted the lowest complaint count (six) in the 1997‑2027 dataset, indicating that the current generation continues the recent trend of improving dependability.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy16/22/18 mpgEPA · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S10)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length209.8 in
Overall width79.9 in
Overall height76.4 in
Wheelbase122.4 in
Curb weight5855 lb
Track (front / rear)67.7 / 67.3 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 22 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainPart-time 4-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Navigator of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.1–6.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.10 sec — 2025 Black Label
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2025Black Label 3.5L Twin-Turbo V65.10 sec13.70 sec440 hp4WD
2025Reserve 3.5L Twin-Turbo V65.10 sec13.70 sec440 hp4WD
2025Reserve 3.5L Twin-Turbo V65.50 sec14.20 sec440 hp4WD
2025L Black Label 3.5L Twin-Turbo V65.70 sec14.30 sec440 hp4WD
2022Black Label 3.5L Twin-Turbo V65.30 sec13.90 sec440 hp4x4
2022Black Label 3.5L Twin-Turbo V65.80 sec14.40 sec440 hp4x4
2022Black Label 3.5L Twin-Turbo V65.90 sec14.50 sec440 hp4x4
2021Black Label 3.5L Twin-Turbo V65.20 sec13.80 sec450 hp4x4

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant at 200,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 200,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect)
Every 20,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 100,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
At 200,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The fourth-generation Navigator, introduced in 2018, saw a sharp escalation in federal recalls, peaking at 14 in 2022, alongside elevated complaint volumes through 2019. The 2024 model year continues a clear downward trend from that peak, with recalls falling to 7 and complaints at 15 — a figure higher than the 6 recorded for 2023 but still well below the generation’s high of 69 in 2019. The data does not specify root causes, but the top complaint areas for 2024 include suspension and wheels (2 complaints), electrical system linked to lane departure and back-over prevention (1), and electrical system linked to seat belts and seats (1), with 3 crash-related complaints and no fire incidents. This places the 2024 Navigator in a period of improving reliability as the generation matures, making it a comparatively sound choice, though a pre-purchase inspection of the suspension and electrical features is advisable.

7
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
87
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
15
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 15 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Suspension,Wheels2
Electrical System,Lane Departure,Back Over Prevention1
Electrical System,Seat Belts,Seats1
Power Train1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Suspension1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Suspension,Power Train,Wheels1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 7 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

24V851000Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/LubricationReported 20/12/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. Owners may contact…

24V852000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 08/11/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing… Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 87 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB 26-23092026-07-02Power TrainThis bulletin supersedes 26-2241. Reason For Update: update the parts list to correct the…
TSB 26-22972026-06-24Electrical SystemSome of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may…
ITRM-26.B04 Navigator2026-06-05Electrical System26C10 Recall remedy -Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may…
TSB 26-22632026-05-29Power TrainThis bulletin supersedes 26-2112. Reason For Update: add 2026 model year vehicles, update…
ECG-26.2.11.4.1 Navigator2026-05-26Electrical SystemQuality improvements include: - Enhanced system performance, disk usage limits and memory…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2024 Navigator have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Navigator get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 22 highway / 18 combined mpg.