1999 Lincoln Navigator Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 8%of 132 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the visibility of the 1999 Lincoln Navigator, 8% of the 132 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Spark plugs failed. As a result, vehicle jerked forward without warning. Coolant leaked twice in the past. The radiator assembly was reinstalled. The left front window squeaked. The trim on the front door panel was removed and reinstalled. The engine light had come on and the engine had run rough. The service dealer replaced the faulty coil pack on the #4 cylinder. The heater hose was replaced due to leakage. The heater did not blow air and displayed a burning smell.”
NHTSA complaint #10055560, filed 2004-03, 100,000 miles“The windshield wipers come on and off intermittently without being switched on/off. They seem to have a mind of their own. The rear wiper does not come on at all most times, even when turned on. Also, the odometer lcd readout comes on and off intermittently. Several light on the dash controls panels come on and off at will as well. It just seems that there is several problems with the wiring systems or possibly in the computer. However, since it only does it intermittantly you cannot plan to check it with the dealer, because there is no telling when it will occur and how long it will last.”
NHTSA complaint #10026027, filed 2003-07, 60,000 miles“Front wipers come on at any time. Dealer has been informed by manufacturer that they are aware of problem and the manufacturer has directed dealers not to work on problem until a fix has been identified. I was blinded by smeared bugs & dust at night leading me to have to stop on the freeway at night to clean.”
NHTSA complaint #709054, filed 1999-07“Wipers come on intermittently dealer has replaced multifunction switch which worked for about a month and now it is malfunctioning again. Dealer will not do anything else since they cannot get the wipers to malfunction. My concern is fire since this is in the wiring it is possible that the car might set on fire. Dealer sees no concern even with the other Lincoln recalls due to fire.”
NHTSA complaint #709921, filed 1999-08“Windshield wipers are coming on/off intermittently. Contacted dealer on june 3, and was told they had no correction piece for this problem. Took the vehicle again on 7 jun 99, they were in the process of updating the gem module and waiting. Consumer currentlywaiting on the part.”
NHTSA complaint #848533, filed 1999-09Related service bulletins
- 10014062Dec 13, 2004Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
- 10011159Aug 9, 2004Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 15% |
| 2024 | 1 | 6% |
| 2022 | 2 | 10% |
| 2021 | 4 | 12% |
| 2020 | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 | 4 | 5% |
| 2018 | 2 | 4% |
| 2017 | 5 | 16% |
| 2016 | 7 | 28% |
| 2015 | 4 | 19% |
| 2014 | 1 | 6% |
| 2013 | 1 | 7% |
| 2011 | 1 | 11% |
| 2010 | 1 | 6% |
| 2008 | 3 | 10% |
| 2007 | 2 | 4% |
| 2005 | 1 | 2% |
| 2004 | 6 | 7% |
| 2003 | 13 | 10% |
| 2001 | 3 | 4% |
| 2000 | 5 | 5% |
| 1999 | 10 | 8% |
| 1998 | 8 | 4% |
Other parts of the 1999 Lincoln Navigator
29 complaintsEngine cooling
22 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsSuspension
12 complaintsWheels
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Lincoln Navigator
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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