2015 Ford Explorer vs 2015 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.
| Metric | 2015 Ford Explorer | 2015 Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,758 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 124 | 70 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 36 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 401 | 0 |
| Steering | 343 | 1 |
| Engine | 226 | 4 |
| Back Over Prevention | 120 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 89 | 7 |
| Power Train | 84 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 86 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 84 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 63 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 56 | 0 |
| Stalling | 47 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 45 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 31 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 31 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 27 | 0 |
| Overheating | 19 | 0 |
2015 Ford Explorer
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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.