2005 Lincoln Navigator Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 15%of 48 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the body and structure of the 2005 Lincoln Navigator, 15% of the 48 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,000 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.
“Our 05 Lincoln Navigator we just purchased about 7-8 months ago. The retractable running boards broke on the driver side rear in the swiveling bushing area. The structure cracked and would not hold it up. I got told there are no parts available for this and its $3,000.00 for a new running board. I am super upset, especially because I purchased this vehicle for my wife's daycare, and while one of the children stepped up on it, it broke; therefore they fell on the ground twisting their ankle. I can't afford to spend $3k on a new running board. …”
NHTSA complaint #10562758, filed 2014-02, 106,000 miles“2005 Lincoln Navigator currently with 97000 miles. Major frame rust in front end,radiator supports are almost completely rotted through. Have read numerous complaints about radiators dropping due to frame rotting. Main section of truck frame has a hole in it due to rust as well. Frame integrity is compromised and could cause major safety issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10652218, filed 2014-11, 75,000 miles“Ltr from senator hutchison on behalf of constituent, re problems with her 2005 Lincoln Navigator. The consumer stated there was a noise coming from the engine. The front end vibrated constantly. The consumer was informed the track bar and cad mount bushings needed to be replaced to correct the vibrating. …”
NHTSA complaint #10256728, filed 2009-01, 2,195 miles“There wasnt a recall on my airbags per my VIN number however just yesterdaymy vehicle was totaled due to brake failure which upon impact only the passenger side airbag deployed while the driver side didnt. There was no passenger...”
NHTSA complaint #11190349, filed 2019-03“The contact owns a 2005 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated both running boards on the left and right side of the vehicle were covered with rust and corroded. The running boards retract in and out in order to climb into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who removed the running boards but did not repair the vehicle due to the repair cost which was over $2000. The manufacturer was contacted and stated the reason for the rust and corrosion was due to the contact living in a salt state and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 72,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10422367, filed 2011-08, 72,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10177863Jul 13, 2020This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit…
- 10156863Feb 7, 2019Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without…
- 10155551Feb 7, 2019Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without…
- 10017924Jun 7, 2005Clunk/grind/thump noise - frame repair procedure.
- 10014310Dec 31, 2004Weld bonding procedure.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 8% |
| 2023 | 1 | 14% |
| 2022 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 2 | 2% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 2 | 6% |
| 2014 | 1 | 6% |
| 2013 | 2 | 14% |
| 2010 | 2 | 13% |
| 2008 | 4 | 13% |
| 2007 | 6 | 13% |
| 2006 | 3 | 5% |
| 2005 | 7 | 15% |
| 2004 | 10 | 12% |
| 2003 | 18 | 14% |
| 2002 | 2 | 6% |
| 2001 | 2 | 2% |
| 2000 | 6 | 6% |
| 1999 | 4 | 3% |
| 1998 | 8 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2005 Lincoln Navigator
12 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 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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