Is the Lincoln Nautilus Reliable?
2019–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Lincoln Nautilus Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 79 | Good |
| 2025 | 1 | 25 | 1 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 10 | 1 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 8 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 7 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 12 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 3 | 23 | 1 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 3 | 74 | — | — | 79 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Nautilus Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Nautilus scores 13 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Lincoln Nautilus Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 164 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lincoln Nautilus reliable?+
The Lincoln Nautilus scores 83/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 8 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 11 recall campaigns and 164 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Nautilus is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 Nautilus achieved the highest reliability score of 93/100 with 1 recall and 7 complaints.
How many miles does a Nautilus last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Lincoln Nautilus owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Nautilus will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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