2019 Lincoln Navigator

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

Lincoln Navigator
Pictured: 2019 Lincoln Navigator 'Reserve', front 8.29.20. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4dr SUV 4WD, L 4dr SUV 4WD
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl turbo
Horsepower
310 hp
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Seats
7
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
19 combined · 16 city / 23 hwy
Length
209.8–222 in
Curb weight
5,856–6,056 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
10 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
  • 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.

Watch out for

  • Modest powerUp to 310 hp, versus about 456 hp for similar 2019 models.
  • Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 20.8% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
  • Emergency braking not standardAutomatic emergency braking is optional or limited to some trims.
  • 10 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 Lincoln Navigator is a standard SUV offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 210 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,856 lb (4dr SUV 4WD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 1% better than the 2019 standard SUV average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 10 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 85 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the seat belts.

What changed for 2019

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 Navigator — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 Navigator →

Trims, performance & features

Engine310 hp3.5L turbo 6-cyl
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating7 seats · 3 rows

Trims

ReserveBLSelect

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingSome trims
Pedestrian emergency brakingOptional
Forward collision warningOptional
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Lane departure warningSome trims
Lane keeping assistSome trims
Adaptive cruise controlSome trims
Parking assistSome trims
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Adaptive driving beamOptional
Keyless startStandard

Built in: Jefferson County, Kentucky

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 Navigator configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV 4WD209.8 in79.9 in76.4 in122.4 in67.7 / 67.3 in5,856 lb50/50
L 4dr SUV 4WD222 in79.9 in76.4 in131.5 in67.7 / 67.3 in6,056 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Navigator 2WD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S10)Rear-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 19+1%$3,550475
Navigator L 2WD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S10)Rear-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18-5%$3,700496
Navigator 4WD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S10)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18-3%$3,700502
3/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
3/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $5,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
18.9 MPG2019 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2019 Lincoln Navigator SUV 4x4★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★19.3%
2019 Lincoln Navigator SUV 4x2★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★20.8%
StandardElectronic stability control
OptionalForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning

Similar 2019 standard SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2019 Lincoln Navigator (this car)19 MPG★★★★★10
2019 Cadillac Escalade17 MPGNot rated1
2019 Lexus LX15 MPGNot rated2
2019 BMW X722 MPGNot rated11
2019 Infiniti QX8016 MPG★★★★★2
2019 Lincoln MKT19 MPGNot rated4
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class18 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (10)

Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Jun 24, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V402000 · 741,195 vehicles

Problem
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, resulting in park system damage.
Risk
Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 10, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in April 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S48. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Jun 9, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V372000 · 2,349 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19V076. At vehicle start-up, the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk
A blank instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will reprogram the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C27. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Seat Belts › Pretensioner · May 27, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V344000 · 419,967 vehicles

Problem
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 not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Risk
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
Seat Belts › Pretensioner · May 23, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V197000 · 112,951 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 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 not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Risk
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S31. Some vehicles in this recall that were previously inspected under recall 24V-099 and did not have parts replaced will need to have this new recall remedy completed.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Nov 8, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V852000 · 27,678 vehicles

Problem
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 from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
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 number for this recall is 24C39.
Seat Belts › Pretensioner · Feb 9, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V099000 · 77,574 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently deploy and lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Risk
Seat belts that do not retract or extend may fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the seat belt retractors, as necessary. Additionally, dealers will install an HVAC drain tube elbow if it is missing. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S06.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Aug 25, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V598000 · 177,402 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2018-2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2022-2023 Ford Transit, and 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
Risk
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, and update the software and wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023 to Lincoln owners. Ford vehicle owners notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024. Ford remedy parts are anticipated 2nd Quarter 2024. Ford's number for this recall is 23S48.
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Jun 9, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V420000 · 691,133 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Risk
Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.
Suspension › Rear · Oct 28, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V773000 · 18 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The rear suspension toe link fasteners may not have been properly tightened to the frame, possibly allowing separation from the frame.
Risk
A disconnected toe link can cause a sudden change to vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the rear toe link fasteners, check and adjust the rear toe alignment, and inspect the rear tires for abnormal tire wear, replacing them if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S36.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Feb 11, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V076000 · 4,212 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. At vehicle start-up, the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk
A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, fuel or temperature level, or safety system warnings. Driving with an inoperative cluster can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC), free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C03.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 Lincoln Navigator is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

85Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
3Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
12Injuries reported
70,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Seat Belts25
Power Train24
Engine11
Unknown Or Other11
Electrical System10
Air Bags4
Vehicle Speed Control3
Steering3
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/03: 324/08: 424/10: 124/11: 325/02: 225/03: 125/04: 425/05: 325/06: 225/07: 225/08: 325/09: 125/10: 225/11: 125/12: 126/02: 126/03: 126/04: 526/05: 226/06: 326/07: 226/08: 626/09: 526/10: 424/0324/1125/0425/0725/1026/0226/0526/08max 6

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 Lincoln Navigator buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 10 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Seat Belts — 25 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  3. Power Train — 24 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  4. Engine — 11 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 70,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Lincoln Navigator. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Navigator years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Navigator18–Not rated10
2026 Navigator17209.8 inNot rated20
2025 Navigator17209.8 in★★★★★613
2024 Navigator18209.8 inNot rated716
2023 Navigator19209.8 inNot rated87
2022 Navigator19209.8 inNot rated1421
2021 Navigator18209.8 in★★★★★1233
2020 Navigator19209.8 in★★★★★1332
2018 Navigator19209.8 in★★★★★1252
2017 Navigator17207.5 in★★★★★532
2016 Navigator18207.5 in★★★★★425
2015 Navigator18207.5 in★★★★★421

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →