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2004 Lincoln Navigator Electrical system Problems

Complaints
11about this part
Share
13%of 86 total for the year
Median mileage
1,041miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the electrical system of the 2004 Lincoln Navigator, 13% of the 86 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,041 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.

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.

“2004 ford Navigator caught on fire while parked in the carport. Prior to the fire the consumer read and article about fire occurring in Lincoln Navigator due to faulty cruise control switch. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the consumer he had nothing to worry about. Two week later the consumer's home and vehicle were destroy by a fire which started in the vehicle.”

NHTSA complaint #10119136, filed 2005-04, 9,003 miles

“Vibration in the front end. Has been in the shop three times. Twice the tires checked and one alignment. Nothing helped. Also the interior lights went out. Bought brand new and has only 6,000 miles.. Also the front bumper has water streaks on it that dealer says is manufacture problem due to no clear coat on it.”

NHTSA complaint #10088726, filed 2004-08, 100 miles

“The 2004 Lincoln navigtor that we purchased has suffered numerous battery failures leading to various electrical problems. At first, the vehicle would not start at all. After numerous attempts to repair and over a week with the dealer, an improperly dealer installed dvd player was the cause. However, immediately after that problem was fixed the navigation system failed. Specifically, the screen would grey out not allowing any input into the system. After 10-13 minutes, the options would appear for a few sections and then grey out again.”

NHTSA complaint #10104597, filed 2004-12, 820 miles

“Duck this this is suppose to be a luxury SUV for my and my 4 children. I shouldn't have these many problems considering the price I paid hello..... My dad is a mechanic for toyota and now I understand why he only buys toyotas to.”

NHTSA complaint #10873344, filed 2016-06

“Shifter assembly breaks and makes it impossible to remove the key from the vehicle which could result in theft. Power liftgate will not work correctly which could cause it to close on top if you. Drivers side power running boards are faulty and become a trip hazard.”

NHTSA complaint #10439761, filed 2011-12

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Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2025323%
2024319%
2023457%
2022943%
202139%
2020413%
20191113%
2018815%
2017413%
2016312%
2015733%
2014318%
2013321%
201218%
2011222%
2010425%
2009330%
2008723%
2007511%
2006712%
200548%
20041113%
20032217%
2002619%
20011620%
20001312%
1999129%
19982111%

Other parts of the 2004 Lincoln Navigator

Suspension
24 complaints
Air bags
13 complaints
Body and structure
10 complaints
Engine cooling
8 complaints
Brakes
7 complaints
Exterior lighting
6 complaints
Seats
6 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaints
Steering
5 complaints
Equipment
4 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
4 complaints
Seat belts
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2004 Lincoln Navigator

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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