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2003 Lincoln Navigator vs 2004 Lincoln Navigator

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2003 Lincoln Navigator2004 Lincoln Navigator
NHTSA complaints12786
Recall campaigns00
Service bulletins (TSBs)15099
Investigations11
Crash reports64
Fire reports32
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)1313
Median reported mileage76,000 mi68,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentLincoln NavigatorLincoln Navigator
Suspension3824
Electrical System2211
Structure1810
Air Bags1413
Engine and Engine Cooling108
Power Train134
Visibility133
Service Brakes, Hydraulic74

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling98
Clunking / rattling70
Vibration / shaking57
2003 Lincoln Navigator
2004 Lincoln Navigator

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.