Lincoln Nautilus Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Lincoln Nautilus model year (2019–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Lincoln Nautilus Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 76 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 82
2 recalls · 27 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 35
1 recall · 27 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 32
Best Lincoln Nautilus Years to Buy
0 recalls · 10 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 10
1 recall · 8 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 11
1 recall · 12 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 17
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Lincoln Nautilus — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 10 | — | — | 10 | Good |
| 2025 | 2 | 27 | 1 | — | 35 | Caution |
| 2024 | 1 | 12 | 1 | — | 17 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 8 | — | — | 11 | Good |
| 2022 | 2 | 12 | — | — | 18 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 14 | — | — | 20 | Good |
| 2020 | 1 | 27 | 1 | — | 32 | Caution |
| 2019 | 2 | 76 | — | — | 82 | Avoid |
All 8 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Lincoln Nautilus Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Nautilus models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 10 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Nautilus should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2019 Lincoln Nautilus if possible. It has 2 recalls, 76 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 82 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Nautilus to buy?+
The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 10. It has only 0 recalls and 10 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Nautilus has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2023, 2024 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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