2003 Lincoln Navigator
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Suspension, Wheels & Tires leads by volume: 41 of 127 complaints (32%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (8) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 32 in 2002 to 127 in 2003.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | vs. 2003 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 6,450 | 5,950–6,450 | 5,950 | 5,950 | 5,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 12 | 12–13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 10–11 / 15 | 10–11 / 15 | 11 / 15 | 11 / 16 | 11 / 17 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 741 | 684–741 | 684 | 684 | 684 | |
| Complaints filed | 81 | 32 | 127 | 86 | 48 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 11 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 7 | 15 | 7 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Lincoln Navigator have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Lincoln Navigator?
Suspension, Wheels & Tires: 41 of 127 NHTSA complaints (32%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2003 Lincoln Navigator get?
EPA rates it 13 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2003 Lincoln Navigator?
EPA estimates $5,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 11 mpg | 15 mpg | 13 mpg | $5,950 | 684 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 22 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 41 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 15 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 20 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING · Campaign 06E064000 · Jul 17, 2006
Defect: CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.