Lincoln Transmission Problems by Model
By CarWhere Research · Updated
Owners have filed 255 transmission complaints with NHTSA across the 3 Lincoln models we track that have at least 50 each. The most come from the Lincoln MKX (103).
Lincoln models by transmission complaints
| Model | Transmission complaints | Per 1,000 sold | Share of all complaints | Worst years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln MKX | 103 | — | 9.3% | 2008, 2013 and 2011 |
| Lincoln Navigator | 100 | — | 23.6% | 2018, 2019 and 2020 |
| Lincoln Nautilus | 52 | — | 24% | 2019 and 2020 |
Per 1,000 sold appears only where published U.S. sales exist for at least three model years. Data fetched July 2026 to November 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Lincoln have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 255 transmission complaints with NHTSA across the 3 Lincoln models we track that have at least 50 each. The most come from the Lincoln MKX (103).
Which Lincoln models have the most transmission complaints?
the Lincoln MKX (103), the Lincoln Navigator (100) and the Lincoln Nautilus (52), by owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Raw counts favor high-selling models.
Sources
- NHTSA complaints by vehicle (owner complaints API) — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Report a vehicle safety problem — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration