Vehicle fire while parked
Fire ignited with the vehicle not in use
Check engine light: On
A vehicle fire occurred while parked, documented in NHTSA data for this nameplate.
PROBLEM GUIDE
2007–2014 Lincoln Navigator Common Problems
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated May 2026
30
complaints filed for this model year
2007–2014
Model years affected
$2,000 – $4,800
Typical repair cost, by problem
Quick Scan: 16 Issues
Click a problem for the full write-up — symptoms, what we found, and typical repair costs where we have them.
PROBLEM
SYMPTOMS
TYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Fire ignited with the vehicle not in useTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Loss of power brake assist, increased stopping distanceTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Cladding failure with a genuine safety consequenceTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Level sensor and system failures on earlier model yearsTYPICAL REPAIR COST
$2,000 – $4,800 - SYMPTOMS
Corrosion on the battery cable endsTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Problems with the EGR system are common in high dust areasTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Smelling coolant and overheating with no visible leaksTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Overheating due to a damaged impellerTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Check engine light due to PCV grommet vacuum leaksTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Head gaskets leak oilTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Check engine light due to water or coolant in the spark plug recessesTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Exhaust leak prior to the catalytic converter must be repaired immediatelyTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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A/C fan speed changes constantlyTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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AC clutch air gap needs adjustingTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Spark plugs are difficult to removeTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Oil coated air filter causes mass air flow sensor failureTYPICAL REPAIR COST
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Brake pedal failure, pedal going to the floor
Loss of power brake assist, increased stopping distance
Check engine light: On
The dominant complaint category for this nameplate: brake pedal failure or the pedal going to the floor, loss of power brake assist, and increased stopping distance. One detailed complaint describes a brake booster vacuum hose that "swelled over time and was close to detaching."
Chrome wheel peeling causing tire blowouts
Cladding failure with a genuine safety consequence
Check engine light: On
Chrome wheel peeling has caused tire blowouts in documented cases.
Chrome rim peeling, bubbling and air loss is also reported on the Cadillac DTS. The consequence is a safety issue, not just a cosmetic one.
Air suspension system failures
Level sensor and system failures on earlier model years
Check engine light: Off
Air suspension level sensor failure and, on earlier model years, air suspension system failures are documented, alongside a $2,500 rear-quarter-panel rust repair.
$2,000 – $4,800
Corrosion on Battery Cable Ends
Corrosion on the battery cable ends
Check engine light: Off
Corrosion on the battery cable ends. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 46 owner reports on file.
Problems With EGR System are Common in High Dust Areas
Problems with the EGR system are common in high dust areas
Check engine light: On
Problems with the EGR system are common in high dust areas. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 45 owner reports on file.
Smelling Coolant and Overheating With No Visible Leaks
Smelling coolant and overheating with no visible leaks
Check engine light: Off
Smelling coolant and overheating with no visible leaks. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 26 owner reports on file.
Overheating Due to a Damaged Impeller
Overheating due to a damaged impeller
Check engine light: Off
Overheating due to a damaged impeller. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 22 owner reports on file.
Check engine light due to PCV grommet vacuum leaks
Check engine light due to PCV grommet vacuum leaks
Check engine light: On
Check engine light due to PCV grommet vacuum leaks. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 22 owner reports on file.
Head Gaskets May Leak Oil
Head gaskets leak oil
Check engine light: Off
Head gaskets leak oil. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 22 owner reports on file.
Check engine light due to water or coolant in the spark plug recesses
Check engine light due to water or coolant in the spark plug recesses
Check engine light: On
Check engine light due to water or coolant in the spark plug recesses. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 20 owner reports on file.
Exhaust Leak Prior to Catalytic Converter Must be Repaired Immediately
Exhaust leak prior to the catalytic converter must be repaired immediately
Check engine light: On
Exhaust leak prior to the catalytic converter must be repaired immediately. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 20 owner reports on file.
A/C Fan Speed Changing Constantly
A/C fan speed changes constantly
Check engine light: Off
A/C fan speed changes constantly. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 19 owner reports on file.
Adjusting AC Clutch Air Gap
AC clutch air gap needs adjusting
Check engine light: Off
AC clutch air gap needs adjusting. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 18 owner reports on file.
Spark Plugs May be Difficult to Remove
Spark plugs are difficult to remove
Check engine light: Off
Spark plugs are difficult to remove. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 18 owner reports on file.
Oil Coated Air Filter Causing Mass Air Flow Sensor Failure
Oil coated air filter causes mass air flow sensor failure
Check engine light: On
Oil coated air filter causes mass air flow sensor failure. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 17 owner reports on file.
No official recall was identified for this generation. Enter your VIN to check for the current, confirmed recall picture on your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
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A vehicle fire occurred while parked in one documented case. Fires in parked vehicles are reported on models from several manufacturers. Separately, this nameplate's dominant complaint category (8 complaints) is brake pedal failure or the pedal going to the floor, with loss of power brake assist and increased stopping distance — one detailed complaint describes a brake booster vacuum hose that "swelled over time and was close to detaching," with multiple dealership visits reportedly unable to diagnose or resolve the issue.