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2004 Dodge Durango vs 2004 Lincoln Navigator

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2004 Dodge Durango2004 Lincoln Navigator
NHTSA complaints1,11486
Recall campaigns80
Service bulletins (TSBs)8199
Investigations81
Crash reports454
Fire reports742
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)13–1613
Median reported incident mileage96,000 mi68,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge DurangoLincoln Navigator
Engine3262
Engine and Engine Cooling2498
Electrical System24211
Air Bags14313
Power Train994
Vehicle Speed Control493
Structure3510
Suspension1824

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling2398
Clunking / rattling570
Check engine light510
Airbag warning light340
Vibration / shaking307
Rust / corrosion290
Hesitation / surging220
Won’t start210
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.