2012 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR Safety Overview
The 2012 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 3 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Power train:automatic transmission
- Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
- Seats:mid/rear assembly
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for LINCOLN NAVIGATOR owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford ...
An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V248000: An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR,...
IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN THE DRIVER PUSHES THE SHIFT LEVER IN THE REVERSE R POSITION AND THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION DOES GO IN REVERSE, THE R MAY NOT ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, OR NAVIGATOR MODELS AND/OR THE BACKUP LAMP ON THE REAR OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, OR MUSTANG VEHICLES MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. THESE CONDITIONS INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR A PEDESTRIAN BEING STRUCK DUE TO THE VEHICLES NOT SIGNALING IT IS IN REVERSE.
NHTSA Recall 12V190000: IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED...
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT MAY NOT PROVIDE THE REQUIRED STRENGTH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
NHTSA Recall 12V034000: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT MAY NOT PROVIDE THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.