1999 Lincoln Navigator
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Recalls
7 recalls name the 1999 Lincoln Navigator. Newest first.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector IS fully…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters USA at 800-230-5876.
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fire at the switch could occur.
Remedy
By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)
Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles. the trailer hitch assembly to the frame attaching bolts could lose the clamp load.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The trailer hitch could then separate from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the trailer hitch mounting bolts and nut plates.
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with four-wheel-drive (4X4), 17" chrome steel wheels. the clamp load can be lost on the wheel lugs due to insufficient wheel contact area with the hub. in some cases, the contact area can deform, resulting in a loss of lug nut torque.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of lug nut torque can cause vibration or separation of a wheel and tire from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will re-torque the wheel lugs to proper specifications and also install a label that specifies that the wheel lugs be torqued to 110 lb-ft any time the wheel IS removed.
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. the fuel line assemblies may have been damaged by the supplier during manufacturing, allowing leakage.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and, if necessary, replace the front and rear fuel line assemblies.
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. these vehicles may have a missing or partially installed retainer clip that holds the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal arm.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Increased brake stopping distance can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles to see if the retainer clip was installed, and repair, if necessary.
Owner complaints
132 complaints7 involved a crash12 involved a fire10 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine
It blows the spark plugs out while driving on normal streets in september or october 2019 the shop I took it to be repaired told me that happens alot with this vehicle
- Exterior lighting · Fuel/propulsion system · Wheels
Lugnuts/fuel leaking/lighting/seatbelts
- Fuel/propulsion system · Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
The vehicle IS not able to be drove
- Unknown or other
Faulty transmission gear. This may be an older model, but with 156,000 miles, the gearshift either prevents the truck from starting, or will start rolling on its after putting truck in park and removng key. I almost lost my truck from that after I got out of the vehicle and it started rolling away. Despite its age, this problem just started.
- Electrical system · Latches/locks/linkages · Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
TL* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the roof leaked water onto the driver side window post and then traveled to the dashboard area. The water caused electrical issues. In addition, the front driver side exterior power door lock could only be accessed manually. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the roof leaked water onto the driver side window post and then traveled to the dashboard area. The water caused electrical issues. In addition, the front driver side exterior power door lock could only be accessed manually. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The vin was unavailable.
- Unknown or other
In the last five years my 255/ 75 17 contitrac tires 5 of them have blown out or come apart in some manner! The last time a few days ago was pretty close to a high speed accident 65mph there IS an absolute major problem with these tires !! This IS the second set that has been on this truck~! Continental no longer makes this size and they are non responsive to my complaints please help.
- Engine
During regular, casual vehicle operation, one of the spark plugs flew out of its seat. Causing the vehicle to smoke from the engine compartment and lose compression. I thought the engine had caught fire and there was no warning to this happening. Spark plugs were installed per manufacturers specifications when this incident occurred. *tr
- Power train · Suspension · Wheels
While driving ....... without warning the air suspension line exploded and the vehicle became unmanageable ... Causing me to go off the road and strike various stationary objects ...... *tr
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator equipped with national a/s commando tires, size: 245/75/16 (n/a). The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the rear passenger's side tire separated from the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The tire was not replaced. The failure mileage of the tire and the vehicle was 6,500. The vin was not available. *tr
- Vehicle speed control
We had driven the vehicle about one mile from the beach to a restaurant, where we parked as usual and entered to dine. we had been in the restaurant approximately 15 - 20 minutes when the waiter announced that there was a "car on fire" in the parking lot. my family and i, along with everyone else…
We had driven the vehicle about one mile from the beach to a restaurant, where we parked as usual and entered to dine. we had been in the restaurant approximately 15 - 20 minutes when the waiter announced that there was a "car on fire" in the parking lot. my family and i, along with everyone else in the restaurant, rushed outside, where I was horrified to see my lincoln navigator surrounded by police cars and engulfed in flames. I have photos on my phone if necessary. the fire had very obviously started in the engine compartment and probably on the driver's side, as the front tire on that side had melted and was flat, but the other tires were all intact. I have since been made aware of a faulty switch related to the cruise control that can cause these problems. I am almost certain that we took our vehicle in and had that recall dealt with years ago. I will search for paperwork. I remember some repair being done at the dealer, but I cannot remember if it was a recall or just something they contacted us to recommend being repaired. either way, my parked vehicle was destroyed by fire while I dined. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
TL* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire while parked with the engine off. the dealer was contacted in regards to the failure but denied any assistance with repairs. the manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 99,000. The vin was not available.
- Engine and engine cooling
Water, vapor, condensation keeps getting on to the coil on plug assembly on the passenger side of my engine causing water build up, electrical failure, misfires and spark plug explosions in to my engine, causing fragments of metal and plastic to fire in to my engine. this has happened to me…
Water, vapor, condensation keeps getting on to the coil on plug assembly on the passenger side of my engine causing water build up, electrical failure, misfires and spark plug explosions in to my engine, causing fragments of metal and plastic to fire in to my engine. this has happened to me several times now, been repaired, and continues to happen. despite 6 separate technical service bulletins, ford / lincoln have not recalled this problem with the 1999 to 2006 5.4L V8 engine, leading to thousands of people like me having to continually fix this problem, which IS caused by a design / safety flaw in the engine / component construction. I was nearly killed today on the freeway because the truck hesitated and misfired while I was going up a large hill, stuck between two semi-trucks and I couldn't move out of the way due to failure to accelerate. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling · Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the sparks plugs were becoming overheated and popping out from under the hood, and were also burning the attached coil. In addition, the contact stated that the suspension would intermittently fail and would not inflate. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the sparks plugs were becoming overheated and popping out from under the hood, and were also burning the attached coil. In addition, the contact stated that the suspension would intermittently fail and would not inflate. The contact would shut off the vehicle for a few moments to allow the suspension to reset itself. The vehicle was neither inspected for the failure nor repaired. The failure mileage was 220,000 and the current mileage was 240,000.
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling
1999 lincoln navigator-spark plug blow out. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the vehicle had not been driven at all on saturday, but at 4:30 am sunday morning they were awakened because the vehicle was on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire and will provide a fire report. The fire started…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the vehicle had not been driven at all on saturday, but at 4:30 am sunday morning they were awakened because the vehicle was on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire and will provide a fire report. The fire started underneath the hood and the contact stated that it was related to the recall for the vehicle speed control under campaign number 05v388000. The contact thought the dealer replaced the underhood speed control deactivation switch, but was not sure. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 142000.
- Steering · Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact was entering a highway at 50 mph when the vehicle lost all steering capability. The vehicle crossed over three lanes before he was able to maneuver the vehicle safely off the highway. The contact then discovered that the tie rod had become…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact was entering a highway at 50 mph when the vehicle lost all steering capability. The vehicle crossed over three lanes before he was able to maneuver the vehicle safely off the highway. The contact then discovered that the tie rod had become fractured. The two front tires were protruding in opposite directions. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility where the tie rod was replaced. The vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000 and the current mileage was approximately 300,000. Updated 01/06/11*lj updated 03/30/11
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. While traveling at 70 mph, the contact noticed the smell of smoke inside the cabin. The contact parked the vehicle and several hours later, the vehicle caught on fire from under the hood. The fire department was called to extinguish the fire. A report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed for the failure. the current and failure mileages were 100,000.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
#1 spark plug on 1999 navigator blew out on rt 80 in pa 400 miles from my home. I had to rent a u-haul truck and trailer to tow my navigator home at the cost of $600. I had to leave my race car and trailer in pa. I don't know how I am going to go get it. I have no tow vehicle. *Tr
- Electrical system
Rear taillights would not work and headlights would not go off at times door ajar would come on and all doors were closed at times heated seats would work and sometimes not took to shop and had wiring diagnostics done and found out needed new headlight switch put in it shorted out burning wires…
Rear taillights would not work and headlights would not go off at times door ajar would come on and all doors were closed at times heated seats would work and sometimes not took to shop and had wiring diagnostics done and found out needed new headlight switch put in it shorted out burning wires under dash garage had to order new headlight switch put it in and it did not work ordered 3RD one and same situation still did not work am being told by ford and garage that there IS a backorder on part because of known problems with the headlight switch control that IS being made and will be at least a month tell parts are available. If I would not have been outside in car when the smoking started under my dash by the headlight switch the car would have burned to the ground but luckily it was just the wiring harness that was hurt this IS a dangerous situation property damage was to my 99 lincoln navigator with wires burning. *Tr
- Structure › Frame and members
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the entire rear end of the chassis had rust on it, was rotten and broken. The drive shaft fell off of the vehicle while he was driving approximately 35 mph and both leading arms broke off of the vehicle. The chassis and the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the entire rear end of the chassis had rust on it, was rotten and broken. The drive shaft fell off of the vehicle while he was driving approximately 35 mph and both leading arms broke off of the vehicle. The chassis and the frame were beginning to separate. He took the vehicle to two repair shops and was informed that the failure would have potentially caused a crash to occur. He called the manufacturer and was told to take the vehicle to an authorized dealership. The vehicle had not been repaired to-date. The current and failure mileages were approximately 86,000.
- Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch
TL* the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. When engaging the high beam switch for the headlights the lights will not activate. When the lights finally turn on they appear dull. The wiring for the headlights have melted. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and he was advised that depending on where the vehicle was manufactured they would assume responsibility. the failure mileage was 150,000.
- Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The vehicles rear left wheel fell off in june of 2008. A tire mechanic stated that the stud broke. The wheel was repaired; however, on october 5, 2009 when he attempted to drive out of a parking lot he heard a noise, and noticed that the vehicle was…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. The vehicles rear left wheel fell off in june of 2008. A tire mechanic stated that the stud broke. The wheel was repaired; however, on october 5, 2009 when he attempted to drive out of a parking lot he heard a noise, and noticed that the vehicle was leaning to the right. When he inspected the vehicle he observed that the right left wheel and the rotor fell off. The manufacturer stated that his vin was not included in recall 98v095000 wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts; therefore, they were unable to assist with the repair. The failure and current mileage were 230,000. updated 11/06/09 *bf updated 11/09/09*jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
My lincoln navigator has been sitting there for so long since my wife and I can not afford to fix it. My 1993 ford explorer has been broken down on us like you would not imagine. Help IS needed please. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. while proceeding to enter the vehicle, the contact noticed flames coming from the passenger side of the hood. she was unable to extinguish the fire and called the fire department. the fire department extinguished the flames and filed a report. there…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lincoln navigator. while proceeding to enter the vehicle, the contact noticed flames coming from the passenger side of the hood. she was unable to extinguish the fire and called the fire department. the fire department extinguished the flames and filed a report. there were no failures prior to this incident. the contact called her insurance company to file a claim and was informed that an insurance adjuster would inspect the vehicle. the cause of the failure was undetermined. the contact IS in the process of notifying the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 190,000.
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
Total failure of a/c system due to main a/c hose. *Tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton V-8 and V-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or…
On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton V-8 and V-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi IS not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi IS aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi?s analysis showed, it IS possible for a spark plug to detach from the engine cylinder threads in the subject vehicles.however, odi?s analysis of 474 complaints describing such incidents found only a very few alleged any safety-related consequences.none of these showed any evidence of a serious safety consequence.given the large population and relatively long exposure time of the subject vehicles, the complaint analysis indicates that the risk to motor vehicle safety from the alleged defect IS very low.in view of the foregoing, it IS unlikely that nhtsa would issue an order for the notification and remedy of the alleged defect at the conclusion of the investigation requested in the petition.therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize nhtsa?s limited resources to best accomplish the agency?s safety mission, the petition IS denied.
- Engine compartment fires
Ea05-005 IS closed with ford?s actions in recalls 05v-017, 05v-388, and 06v-286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).the brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in…
Ea05-005 IS closed with ford?s actions in recalls 05v-017, 05v-388, and 06v-286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).the brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in certain switch installation orientations, catch fire.ford IS also including the entire population of 1998 explorers.ford has informed odi that testing to determine the cause of failures in the 1998 explorers will continue after this investigation IS closed.odi believes that the vehicles exhibiting the factors causing scds failure described in this report correlate well with the observed failure rates on these vehicles by model and model year.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist in the non-recalled vehicles manufactured with scds that are not included in ford?s recalls.odi will continue to monitor the non-recalled population for incidence of engine compartment fires.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see attached closing report for details.
- Factory installed towing hitch separatio
This investigation was opened on september 27, 1999 based on five consumer reports alleging that some of the eight hitch mounting bolts either became loose or came completely out of its retaining plate.one of the complaints indicated that while towig a trailer the hitch actually separated from the frame on the…
This investigation was opened on september 27, 1999 based on five consumer reports alleging that some of the eight hitch mounting bolts either became loose or came completely out of its retaining plate.one of the complaints indicated that while towig a trailer the hitch actually separated from the frame on the passenger's side of the vehicle when the four mounting bolts on that side came completely out. This allowed the hitch and trailer to contact the road surface.in its response to the agency, ford provided information regarding nine additional reports of loose or missing bolts, two of those alleging separation of the hitch on one side.there were no reports of vehicle crshes, injuries, or a complete separation of a hitch assembly.scope:1997 throurgh 2000 model year expeditions and 1998 through 2000 model year navigators built at michigan truch assemblly plant from july 22,1 996 through december 9, 1999.defect: loss of clamping load of hitch attachment bolts.remedy:the hitch mounting bolts and nut plates will be replace with higher strength bolts and plates.additionally , the torque value for the mounting bolts will be increased and an adhesive will be added to the bolts.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10023943Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, or 6.8L 2V engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. This includes F-53 motorhome chassis. Updated 2/23/10.
- 10019912Engine misfire with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) pewee, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307, p0308, and p0316.
- 10018745Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
- 10017892Rear axle noise repair.
- 10016789Rear axle noise repair.
- 10014685Use of stainless steel exhaust studs in service for 5.4L 2V engine.
- 10014666Intermittent rough idle - non-commanded egr (exhaust gas recirculation valve) flow.
- 10014086General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
- 10014062Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
- 10013369General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures.
- 10013060Climate control a/c service tech tips.
- 10011162Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. To include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
- 10011159Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
- 10010001Customer maintenance reminder - literature program 04l19 - tie rod inspection procedure.
- 10009321Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns.
- 10008580Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock.
- 10008542Pop/thump noise at end of window movement and/or driver's window bounce back and reverse to mid-position.
- 10008539Air suspension compressor noise.
- 10008310Engine-cylinder head deck leak-4.6 and 5.4L engines-new service-only gasket and cylinder head kits availability.
- 10008169Broken exhaust manifold studs.
- 10007316Courtesy rail lamps do not operate correctly or cause a battery draw.
- 10004886Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporative emission system.
- 10004027Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips.
- 10003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
- 10003744Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately diagnosed using the optional worldwide diagnostic system (wds) coil on plug (cop) kit. 2003 super duty f series included.
- 10003192Tie rod end inspection procedure.
- 10002781Tie rod end inspection procedure.
- 10002780Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457.
- 10002775Repeat air suspension compressor drier failures.
- 10002680Repeat air suspension compressor drier failures.
- 10002670Vehicles with keyless entry pad may exhibit dead battery, no start, interior lamp/headlamp self-activation, or inoperative keyless entry pad.
- 10001937False failure of the vapor management valve (vmv).
- 10001861Tie rod end inspection procedure. Canada vehicles only.
- 6092152Some vehicles equipped with engines produced by windsor engine plant may exhibit an engine knock at initial cold startup.
- 6092100Some vehicles may exhibit a cd changer with a cd magazine that jams / will not eject.
- 6091971Some vehicles equipped with four wheel air suspension may require a ride height adjustment procedure be performed before setting alignment.
- 6091898Subject regarding mega fuse bracket cover.
- 6091875Brief information describing exterior rear view mirror diagnosis.
- 6091846Experiencing windnoise at the top of the door glass seal / weatherstrip molding area.
- 6091817Some owners may report slow fuel gauge response time during re-fueling.
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