Service bulletins for the 2025 Lincoln Navigator
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
167 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| TSB 26-2147 | 2026-04-28. Service bulletin. SEATS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a no crank/no start condition with a discharged battery in cold weather conditions (below 32°F Ý0°C¨). Once this condition occurs, the battery draw will remain constant every time the ignition is turned off. This may be due to the power fold seat module (PFSM) (also referred to as the seat control module J ÝSCMJ¨) software keeping the controller area network (CAN) bus awake. |
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| TSB 26-2178 | 2026-04-22. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit one or both sides of the front bumper lower cover becoming detached. This may be due to a lack of retention of the front bumper fasteners. |
| TSB 26-2171 | 2026-04-22. Service bulletin. ENGINE. This article updates TSB 25-2154. Reasons for update: *Parts List *Service Procedure to replace the output planetary carrier assembly *Added 2023-2024 model year vehicles Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions: Shudder condition, most noticeable at speeds below 60 mph (100 km/h) No relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) present Traceable shudder event with IDS/FDRS reading *(Figure 1)* This condition may be perceived/felt as an engine misfire. This may be due to a concern with the output planetary assembly. |
| SSM 54751 | 2026-04-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2024-2026 Nautilus non-hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 radio speakers (minor feature code IDBBN) and 2025-2026 Navigator vehicles may exhibit a no audio/sound condition with no communication with the audio digital signal processing (DSP) module and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0238 stored in the audio control module (ACM). Remove the DSP fuse from the battery junction box (BCMC) F138 for Nautilus, (BJB) F5 for Navigator. Inspect the fuse for an open and ensure the fuse has proper blade contact. After one minute, reinstall the good fuse. If the concern is still present or a fuse concern is found, continue with normal diagnostics in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 415-00 Information and Entertainment System > General Information > Diagnosis and Testing. If communication has been re-established with the DSP module, engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition that is expected by Q2 2026. Replacement or reprogramming of the DSP will not resolve this condition. Monitor Professional Technician System (PTS) for additional information and schedule service appointments for customers |
| BCM-26.230.0 Navigator | 2026-04-17. Over-the-air update. STRUCTURE:BODY. Quality improvements include: -Addresses instances where the rear right hand door may fail to unlock when using the passive entry feature |
| PCM-26.10.0 Navigator | 2026-04-17. Over-the-air update. POWER TRAIN. Quality improvements include: -Updates the Powertrain Control Module documentation to ensure vehicles can receive the latest updates |
| TSB 26-2154 | 2026-04-14. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a concern where both the liftgate and tailgate open when commanded by the fob when the liftgate only opening feature is enabled through the touchscreen controls. This may be due to the software in the rear gate trunk module (RGTM). This may be due to the software in the rear gate trunk module (RGTM). |
| SSM 54740 | 2026-04-14. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY/WIPER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2025-2026 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may not have the ability to deactivate the auto-fold mirror operation from the menu located in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) message center. This may be due to the software in the driver door module (DDM) and passenger door module (PDM). Power folding mirror operation from the physical buttons are not affected by this condition. Inform customers that engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition that is expected in Q4 2026. Replacement or reprogramming of the accessory protocol interface module (APIM), DDM, or PDM will not resolve this condition. Monitor Professional Technician System (PTS) for additional information and schedule service appointments for customers once the repair becomes available. |
| SSM 54733 | 2026-04-14. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Some 2025-2026 Bronco/Expedition/Navigator/F-150/Ranger vehicles may exhibit a "Check Brake System" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) and/or an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0563 stored in the ABS module. This may be due to air still trapped in the system after prior bleeding attempts and/or brake service mode being enabled. The applicable pinpoint test (PPT) in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-09 has been updated to improve diagnostics for this concern. Make sure the latest software version of Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) is being used when performing the brake system pressure bleeding routine. |
| SSM 54719 | 2026-04-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. For 20212026 vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test has been introduced in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). This test utilizes the pressure and vacuum transducer (PVT) when available. When referred to a specific clutch (A-F) test by a pinpoint test in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01 > Diagnosis and Testing, the Clutch Assembly tests have been updated with a hyperlink to the new Transmission Line Pressure Test - Pressure Vacuum Transducer (PVT) Is Available procedure in WSM, Section 307-01 > General Procedures. This procedure provides instructions to perform the FDRS Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test when applicable. The new test improves the accuracy of detecting leaks within transmission fluid circuits and replaces the previous air check method. The previous air check procedure has been shown to produce a high rate of false positives, which may lead to unnecessary repairs when no actual leak is present. Accordingly, the air check procedure is not to be used for diagnosing internal transmission hydraulic leaks or as justification |
| SSM 54711 | 2026-04-10. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; SEATS. Some 2025-2026 Expedition/Navigator vehicles may experience a second row armrest pin that is loose or broken. Engineering is aware of this condition and is investigating a service solution that will enhance the strength of the arm rest support structure and prevent recurring failures. This solution is expected to be available by the end of Q2 2026. If the customer is not willing to wait for the enhanced service solution, replacement of the seat frame is acceptable. Note that service replacement seat frames will have similar performance attributes for the arm rest support structure as the original seat frame that is being replaced. Should the customer choose to wait for the enhanced service solution that includes a strengthened arm rest support, schedule an appointment with the customer when the repair is made available in Q2 2026. Monitor Professional Technician System (PTS) for updates. |
| TSB 26-2023 | 2026-04-10. Service bulletin. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM; ENGINE. Some vehicles listed in the Model section above may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P2418:72 and/or P2450 stored in the PCM. This may be due to improperly connected evaporative emission line connections inside the fuel tank. |
| SSM 54674 | 2026-04-06. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. For 2021-2026 vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test has been introduced in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). This test utilizes the pressure and vacuum transducer (PVT) when available. The Workshop Manual (WSM) has been updated under Section 307-01 > Diagnosis and Testing to include this procedure. The new test improves the accuracy of detecting leaks within transmission fluid circuits and replaces the previous air check method. |
| TCU-25.2.9.3 Navigator | 2026-04-03. Over-the-air update. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "26C10 Recall remedy -Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function" |
| LDCMD-25.10.08 Navigator | 2026-04-02. Over-the-air update. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. "Quality improvements include: -Addresses an intermittent resistance fault that defaults the system to the lowest setting. Although intensity and color are affected, the lights remain FMVSS compliant" |
| LDCMC-25.10.08 Navigator | 2026-04-02. Over-the-air update. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "Quality improvements include: -Addresses an intermittent resistance fault that defaults the system to the lowest setting. Although intensity and color are affected, the lights remain FMVSS compliant" |
| LDCMB-25.10.08 Navigator | 2026-04-02. Over-the-air update. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. "Quality improvements include: -Addresses an intermittent resistance fault that defaults the system to the lowest setting. Although intensity and color are affected, the lights remain FMVSS compliant" |
| LDCMA-25.10.08Navigator | 2026-04-02. Over-the-air update. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. "Quality improvements include: -Addresses an intermittent resistance fault that defaults the system to the lowest setting. Although intensity and color are affected, the lights remain FMVSS compliant" |
| PHX-25.1.2.5.5 Navigator | 2026-04-01. Over-the-air update. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. "26C10 Recall remedy -Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function" |
| ECG-25.2.9.4.1 Navigator | 2026-04-01. Over-the-air update. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. "26C10 Recall remedy -Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function" |
| TSB 26-2112 | 2026-03-23. Service bulletin. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; POWER TRAIN. This bulletin supersedes TSB 26-2059. Reason For Update: To add missing labor operations. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: - No upshift past second gear - Unable to achieve third gear ratio - Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with DTCs P0757 and P2701 This may be due to a damaged one-way clutch (OWC). |
| TSB 26-2110 | 2026-03-18. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a sharp-angled contour at the bottom rear edge of the front door(s). This bulletin describes the procedure to repair the condition. |
| DSMC-25.15 Navigator | 2026-03-05. Over-the-air update. LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST; VISIBILITY/WIPER; ENGINE; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL. "Quality improvements include: -Addresses a false Driver Facing Camera signal that may trigger an error message" |
| TSB 26-2059 | 2026-03-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. This bulletin supersedes TSB 25-2423. Reason For Update: Replace the incorrect acronym SOWC with the correct acronym OWC. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: - No upshift past second gear - Unable to achieve third gear ratio - Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with DTCs P0757 and P2701 This may be due to a damaged one-way clutch (OWC). |
| SSM 54613 | 2026-03-04. Service bulletin. SEATS. Some 2025-2026 Expedition/Navigator vehicles may exhibit misalignment of the 3rd row power folding seats when in the full upright position after performing a reset for an obstruction event. This may be due to the software in the power fold seat module (PFSM). This module may also be referenced as the seat control module J (SCMJ). Inform customers that engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition that is expected in Q4 2026. If a vehicle comes in for this condition, instruct the customer that resetting the 3rd row power folding seats a second time will correct the condition. Monitor Professional Technician System (PTS) for additional information and schedule service appointments for customers once the repair becomes available.<br /><br /> The 3rd row power seat reset is performed with the following relearn procedure:<br /> 1. Start the vehicle and open the liftgate/tailgate.<br /> 2. Remove all items from the 2nd and 3rd row seats including any obstructions that can prevent from folding/unfolding.<br /> 3. Slide the 2nd row seats forward.<br /> 4. Press the center 3rd power fold |
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