The second-row power captain's chairs in my 2026 Lincoln Navigator Black Label move forward and backward while a person is sitting in them, and do not stop when they press against an occupant. The chairs do stop when they contact an object such as a box on the floor, but they do not stop when a person is seated, so there appears to be no occupant or weight sensor that stops seat travel. The seats can be moved by a button in the rear that a younger child seated nearby can easily reach, and by front-seat controls located near the seat massage control, where they can be pressed accidentally. On several occasions this has pushed and squeezed my children while they were seated in the second row. I have six children, ages [XXX], [XXX], [XXX], [XXX] and [XXX], and both the younger kids and my adult sons have been squeezed. Once my [XXX] pressed the seat button without realizing what it did, and the seat squeezed my very tall [XXX], who had a hard time getting it to stop. This happened several times between XXX and XXX, while the vehicle was parked. Mileage: about 1,104 miles. There was no crash and no injury requiring medical care, but the seats have pinned and squeezed my children with no apparent way to stop the motion other than releasing the control. I am concerned that a smaller child, or a child's limb caught between the seat and another surface, could be seriously injured. I bought the vehicle new on XXX from Boucher Lincoln in [XXX]. I contacted the Lincoln Client Relationship Center (case XXX, XXX), and they found no recall or technical service bulletin for this condition. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by the dealer. I am asking the federal safety agency to review whether the second-row power seats need pinch/obstruction protection or occupant detection to prevent injury. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The worst 2026 Lincoln Navigator problems
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Seats: front assembly: power adjust
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The Rear Audio Control Module (RACM) may inadvertently command the chauffeur seat feature, causing the front passenger seat to adjust forward, rearward, or recline unexpectedly without occupant input.
- Risk
- A front passenger seat that moves unexpectedly can contact second-row passengers, or force the front passenger into an unsafe seating position, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) and rear audio control module (RACM) software to disable chauffeur mode, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S77. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on October 26, 2026.
Recall number 26V691000 · Recall details
Seats: front assembly: power adjust
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The obstacle detection software for the driver seat may malfunction at low speeds, resulting in the seat reversing unexpectedly while driving.
- Risk
- Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat may affect the driver’s ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The seat control 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 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on March 5, 2026.
Recall number 26V120000 · Recall details
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- 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 beginning March 17, 2026.
Recall number 26V104000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2026 Lincoln Navigator 72
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Second and/or third row power seat functions inoperative with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U024D stored...
- Quality improvements include: -Enhanced second row seat operation to prevent movement interruptions
- A Cloud Assisted Diagnostic based on connected vehicle information is available for this VIN. The DTCs...
- A Cloud Assisted Diagnostic based on connected vehicle information is available for this VIN. The DTC(s)...
- Intermittent electronic static/buzzing/screeching/humming noise from the front audio speakers that changes...
- Concern where the instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays "Seat Cannot Lock Do Not Use" for one or both...
- Sliding cover over the cup holders that has become separated
- For 2020-2026 Aviator/Corsair and 2018-2026 Navigator vehicles, if diagnostics in Workshop Manual (WSM)...
- Android Auto connection or general Bluetooth pairing concerns for both Android and IOS after an APIM...
- Quality improvements include: -Steering column memory calibration update to minimize unnecessary contact...
2026 Lincoln Navigator fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 17 |
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Questions about the 2026 Lincoln Navigator
Is the 2026 Lincoln Navigator reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2026 Lincoln Navigator, fewer than a typical Navigator model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Lincoln Navigator?
Seats, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2026 Lincoln Navigator have?
3 recalls, covering seats and electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Lincoln Navigator seats?
Yes, 2 recalls: 26V691000, 26V120000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Lincoln Navigator get?
Official estimates for the 2026 Lincoln Navigator range from 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.5L 6-cyl, 4WD) gets 15 city and 22 highway.
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