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
3 recalls · 67 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 76
3 recalls · 16 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 27
5 recalls · 9 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 26
Best Lincoln Nautilus Years to Buy
2 recalls · 5 complaints
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 11
2 recalls · 10 complaints
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 16
3 recalls · 8 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 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 3 | 9 | — | — | 18 | Good |
| 2024 | 5 | 9 | 1 | — | 26 | Good |
| 2023 | 3 | 8 | — | — | 17 | Good |
| 2022 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 11 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 10 | — | — | 16 | Good |
| 2020 | 3 | 16 | 1 | — | 27 | Caution |
| 2019 | 3 | 67 | — | — | 76 | 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 0 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 3 recalls, 67 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 76 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Nautilus to buy?+
The 2022 Lincoln Nautilus is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 11. It has only 2 recalls and 5 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Nautilus has the fewest problems?+
The 2022, 2021, 2023 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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