2025 Lincoln Nautilus Safety Report
2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS SAFETY REPORT
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (6) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Low (8) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Unknown Or Other | Compare unknown or other issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2026 | Compare against the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus with 1 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2020 | Check the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus before buying across this generation. |
Lincoln Nautilus Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Lincoln Nautilus years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lincoln Nautilus | 1 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2024 Lincoln Nautilus | 15 | 7 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2023 Lincoln Nautilus | 6 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Lincoln Nautilus | 5 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Lincoln Nautilus | 15 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Lincoln Nautilus | 26 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2025 Lincoln Nautilus Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Unknown Or Other
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Lincoln onlyService Brakes
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Lincoln onlySteering,Power Train,Service Brakes
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering,Power Train,Service Brakes issues Lincoln onlyVisibility
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Visibility issues Lincoln onlySteering,Lane Departure
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering,Lane Departure issues Lincoln onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
Reliability Score
The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes Front right brakes make grinding sounds when stopping and lose traction on wet roads, leading to safety concerns. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Rearview Camera The rearview camera appears foggy with poor visibility, even in clear weather, affecting the driver's rearward view. |
Low | Common | 0-100k miles |
| Electrical System Issues with the electrical system, including the lighting control module and power window devices and controls, have been reported. |
Medium | Common | 0-100k miles |
| Lane Departure The Ford Blue Cruise Hands-Free Driving Assistance Feature has been reported to have safety alert sounds that are not functioning properly. |
High | Common | 0-100k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus:
23% of reported issues involve service brakes, with grinding sounds and traction loss on wet roads.
15% of reported issues involve the rearview camera, with foggy and poor visibility.
12% of reported issues involve the electrical system, including lighting and power windows.
10% of reported issues involve lane departure assistance, with malfunctioning safety alerts.
Recall Details for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
The following 6 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus by NHTSA:
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.
Consequence: Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S21. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning Ma...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Consequence: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searcha...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang Mach E, and Mustang vehicles. The LED Driver Modules may contain a burnt diode, which can cause the low-beam and high-beam headlights, daytime running lights, front position lights, and front turn signals to fail in the affected headlight. On Nautilus vehicles only, this condition may also cause the rear tail light, rear turn signal, and rear position light to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requi...
Consequence: Exterior lighting failure can reduce visibility for the driver and other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the LED Driver Modules, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C39.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V953. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Consequence: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C36.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Consequence: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 11, 2025. A second notice will be sent ...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction, and the window reversal distance does not meet the minimum requirement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Consequence: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will recalibrate the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C43.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The rearview camera appears foggy with poor visibility even in clear weather. The problem was reported to the dealer during the December - February snowy weather; their suggestion was to keep the camera clean. At [XXX], getting out to clean a camera presents additional health and safety risks. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Owner's manual was not provided and when asked the delear mentioned that the Owner's manual is online. This is a safety risk as access to important information is only available when connected to the internet.
I am reporting a truly alarming issue with the Ford Blue Cruise Hands-Free Driving Assistance Feature where safety alert sounds have simply turned themselves off with no warning. I was previously using the BlueCruise feature on highways without incident. A few weeks ago, having changed NO settings on my vehicle, the audible alarms / safety alerts suddenly disappeared, including the audible alarms...
Front right brakes make grinding sounds when stopping and lose traction when roads are wet. Vehicle causes safety issues when roads are wet. Due to lack of control. Issue was reported to the dealer and I was told Lincoln is aware of the issue but there’s no fix at the time. Vehicle was inspected by dealer at 7,500 miles No warning lights present
The contact owns a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V953000 (VISIBILITY); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not ex...
The contact owns a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that the front brakes were making an abnormally loud squealing sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.
The brakes on my 2025 Lincoln Nautilus make a scraping/grunting noise when first applied after the car has been sitting. when applied, in addition to the noise, the brakes require more pressure to stop. The issue is worse in the rain. My vehicle is available for inspection upon request. There were several times while I was driving that it was difficult to stop quickly when I was cut-off by anothe...
I had a 2020 ford explorer with co-Pilot 360 which is lane centering with your hand on the wheel. The new Nautilus is equipped with this same system and Blu Cruise. Unfortunately, the system will not work without the eye scanning system as it says it does and the sales rep says it will. The car has non-working safety equipment. The eye scanning system is very sensitive and constantly yelling at...
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
TSBs are manufacturer-acknowledged issues with recommended fixes. Unlike recalls, TSB repairs are not always free.
Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit no audio/sound and/or replacement DSP programmable module installation (PMI) that does not complete. This may be due to the software in the DSP.
Some 2024-2025 Nautilus and 2025 Aviator vehicles equipped with a 12 channel DSP (minor feature code IDBAV for Nautilus or IDBBJ for Aviator) may exhibit a no audio/sound concern or programmable module installation (PMI) incomplete on a replacement DSP. To confirm a vehicle is built with a certain m...
Some 2024-2025 Nautilus, 2025 Explorer/Aviator/Expedition/Navigator vehicles may occasionally require a hard reset of the Ford/Lincoln Digital Experience system. To perform a hard reset, press and release the volume button on the center console 5 times within 7 seconds. Some Nautilus vehicles with o...
"""Quality improvements include: - Reduces the window's closing force -Enhanced window operation"""
"Quality improvements include: -Removes a potential error state that causes a persistent chime -Allocates more graphics memory and stability monitoring for black/green screen prevention"
"Quality improvements include: -Addresses a potential warning light and loss of regenerative braking caused by a bug in the controller area network software. Friction braking is still available to stop the vehicle"
"Quality improvements include: -Addresses a loss of communication between the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module and the ABS module that may set a false Diagnostic Trouble Code which causes the regenerative braking to be disabled and a check engine light to appear"
Some 2024-2025 Nautilus vehicles may exhibit a driver seat module (DSM) programmable module installation (PMI) failure with an error stating "Procedure Unsuccessful-FlashSoftware Failed to flash RU5T-14C030-AE" after replacement.
Some 2025 Expedition/Navigator/Nautilus customers may state that their windshield mounted toll road, home access, or other radio frequency identification (RFID) transponders are not working.
After replacement of any TRON module, the gateway module (GWM) and the TRON capable modules can set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U211A, U211B, U211C, U3034, U3035, U3036, U35D9, U35DA and/or U35DB if the secret authentication security keys are not aligned between the modules, a loss of communicat...
Some 2024-2025 Nautilus vehicles may exhibit a temporary U2404 DTC after programming the gateway module (GWM). This DTC will clear itself after 10 minutes of ignition off time. Additional programming or module replacement will not resolve the condition. If the DTC is still present after 10 minutes, ...
Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: Inbound call cannot be heard Wireless charger icon inaccurate This may be Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: In...
After replacement of any TRON module, the gateway module (GWM) and the TRON capable modules can set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U211A, U211B, U211C, U3034, U3035, U3036, U35D9, U35DA and/or U35DB if the secret authentication security keys are not aligned between the modules, a loss of communicat...
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator, 2020-2025 Police Interceptor Utility, 2020-2025 Escape/Corsair, 2022-2025 Maverick, and 2024-2025 Nautilus vehicles equipped with a hybrid powertrain may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2450:00 stored in the...
Quality improvements include: -Enahnced connectivity experience -Enhanced software update performance
This article supersedes TSB 24-2384 to update the vehicle lines and model years affected.
"""Quality improvements include: -Robustness action to improve connectivity and location dependent features."""
2024-2025 Nautilus vehicles require inspection and removal and discard of O-rings or debris that may be stuck in the direct injection fuel rail injector bores when removing or replacing the injectors for any reason.
Some 2024-2025 Nautilus vehicles may exhibit a grunt-type noise from the front brakes during initial brake applications that goes away after the brakes warm-up.
Some 2024-2025 Nautilus and 2025 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a concern where during an inbound phone call the person in the vehicle cannot be heard.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
Has the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS been recalled?
Yes, the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS has 6 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS have?
The 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS has 8 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
The 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS involve unknown or other (3 complaints), service brakes (2 complaints), steering,power train,service brakes (1 complaints). Other affected components include visibility, steering,lane departure.
How many crash reports does the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS have?
There are no fire reports for the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS.
How many injuries are reported for the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS.
Should I buy a 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS is acceptable with caveats. It has 8 complaints, 6 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
The components with the most failures on the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS are: 1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES (2 complaints), 3. STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES (1 complaints), 4. VISIBILITY (1 complaints), 5. STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE (1 complaints). UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the single most-reported problem area with 3 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
Be cautious of service brake issues, especially on wet roads, and ensure the rearview camera is functioning properly for better visibility. The 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS has 8 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
The 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 8 owner complaints, 6 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Service Brakes and Rearview Camera.
What are the known issues with the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS?
Known issues with the 2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS include: Service Brakes, Rearview Camera, Electrical System, Lane Departure. These are based on patterns found across 8 NHTSA complaints. 6 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any known issues with the service brakes?
Yes, some vehicles have reported grinding sounds and traction loss on wet roads, posing safety risks.
What about the rearview camera?
The rearview camera has been reported to have poor visibility, even in clear weather, affecting the driver's rearward view.
Are there any electrical system issues?
Yes, issues with the lighting control module and power window devices and controls have been reported.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of service brake issues, especially on wet roads, and ensure the rearview camera is functioning properly for better visibility.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The data includes 8 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 6 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16