The 2022 Navigator shares the 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 and 10-speed automatic with the Expedition, inheriting both its strong towing capability and its carbon buildup tendencies. Being so new, catastrophic failures are rare but early-production electrical gremlins and transmission cooler issues appear disproportionately.
Transmission Oil Cooler Line Leaks and Contamination
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 20,000-60,000 mi
Symptoms: Transmission fluid leaking near radiator or underneath vehicle, Harsh shifting or delayed engagement after starting, Pink or milky fluid in coolant overflow tank indicating cross-contamination
Fix: Replace transmission oil cooler and lines, flush both transmission and cooling system if contamination occurred. 4-6 hours labor if caught early; if coolant mixed into transmission, add another 8-10 hours for full trans flush/rebuild
Estimated cost: $1,200-$3,500
Direct-Injection Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 50,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Rough idle or misfires at cold start, Loss of power under acceleration, especially when towing, Check engine light with multiple misfire codes (P0300-P0306)
Fix: Walnut-blasting or manual cleaning of intake valves. Remove intake manifold, 6-8 hours labor for thorough job on both banks
Symptoms: Trailer brake controller error messages on dash, Trailer brakes not activating or locking up unexpectedly, Complete loss of trailer brake function while towing
Fix: Software reflash at dealer or module replacement if hardware failure. Covered under recall 22V-805, 23V-284, and 23V-612. 1-2 hours if just software, 3-4 hours if module replacement needed
Estimated cost: $0-$1,200
10-Speed Transmission Adaptive Learning Issues and Harsh Shifts
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 10,000-50,000 mi
Symptoms: Hard downshifts from 3rd to 2nd or 2nd to 1st when slowing, Hunting between gears on highway (9th-10th), Occasional clunk when shifting into drive from park
Fix: Start with TSB updates and adaptive learning reset (1 hour). If mechanical, solenoid pack replacement or valve body work required, 8-12 hours with trans still in vehicle
Estimated cost: $200-$2,800
Turbocharger Wastegate Rattle and Actuator Failure
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Rattling sound from engine bay at idle or light throttle, Reduced boost pressure and sluggish acceleration, Check engine light with underboost codes (P0299, P0234)
Fix: Replace wastegate actuator or entire turbocharger if wastegate is seized. 6-8 hours per side, both turbos often need attention within 10k miles of each other
Estimated cost: $1,800-$3,500
Phaser and Timing Chain Stretch (Early Wear)
Rare · high severity
Typical onset: 80,000-120,000 mi
Symptoms: Cold-start rattle lasting 3-5 seconds from front of engine, Check engine light with cam/crank correlation codes (P0016, P0017, P0018), Rough running or no-start if chain skips teeth
Fix: Replace cam phasers, timing chains, guides, and tensioners on both banks. Engine-out recommended for thorough job: 20-30 hours labor
Estimated cost: $5,500-$8,500
Owner tips
Use quality synthetic oil and change every 5,000 miles to minimize carbon buildup and phaser wear — 10k factory interval is too long for this engine under towing loads
If towing regularly, add an auxiliary transmission cooler and consider catch-can installation to reduce intake valve carbon
Check transmission fluid color at every oil change; pink or brown means cooler has failed and immediate service is required
Too new to call reliability proven — wait another 2-3 years for high-mileage data, or buy CPO with extended warranty to cover the EcoBoost's known weak points.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.
Consequence: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 26V165000
2026-03-19
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.
Consequence: Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 Aviator, 2025 Explorer, 2025 Nautilus notified owners on 4/13/2026. Phase 2 will include 2025 Navigator will notify owners on or about 4/20/2026. Phase 3 will include 2022-2024 Navigator will notify owners on or about 6/8/2026. Phase 4 will include 2024 Nautilus will notify owners on or about 6/22/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S21. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 25, 2026.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL · 26V104000
2026-02-20
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY · 25V729000
2025-10-24
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.
Consequence: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Consequence: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The remedy is under development. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 16, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated 2nd Quarter 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · 25V403000
2025-06-13
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Navigator vehicles previously repaired under Recall 22V455 (22C14). The headlight control module software may cause the side marker and daytime running lights to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the headlight control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C28.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 25V315000
2025-05-14
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · 25V314000
2025-05-09
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The front brake lines may contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced brake function.
Consequence: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S47.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL · 25V132000
2025-02-28
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Consequence: Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · 24V852000
2024-11-08
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Consequence: Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · 22V455000
2022-06-24
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The headlight control module software may cause the side marker and daytime running lights to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the headlight control module software and recalibrate the headlights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C14.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL · 22V193000
2022-03-25
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Consequence: Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.
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