NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 Lincoln Nautilus Safety Record
The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 7 recalls and 19 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus has not been subjected to federal crash testing, leaving it without an official NHTSA star rating or a computed Safety Index. Despite this absence of crash data, the vehicle's safety profile is partially illuminated by its recall and complaint record. NHTSA has documented seven recall campaigns addressing issues in software, electrical systems, and visibility, alongside 19 owner complaints. This places the Nautilus in a "Moderate" burden band for both recalls and complaints. While the lack of crash-test results precludes a definitive statement on its structural safety performance, the existing data offers specific points for consideration regarding its operational integrity.
The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus was not crash-tested by NHTSA and carries a Moderate recall and complaint burden band based on seven recall campaigns recorded in NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 7 |
| Owner complaints | 19 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus?
The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus, in its model year debut, presents an unusual assessment challenge due to the absence of federal crash-test ratings. This means a direct Safety Index score is unavailable for this specific iteration. However, the vehicle's recall and complaint record offers a starting point for evaluation. Seven recall campaigns have been issued, a notable figure for a new model, and several of these campaigns relate to follow-on actions regarding previous incorrect repairs to the power window system, indicating an iterative and complex remedy process. The electrical system is a recurring theme, appearing in both recall campaigns and as the top complaint category, encompassing multimedia module software and broader electrical concerns. Nineteen owner-reported complaints are on file, including 2 alleged crashes and 1 alleged injury; these remain unverified. While no direct crash data exists for the 2024 model, consumers seeking a safety reference may look to tested sibling model years, such as the 2022, 2023, 2025, and 2026 Nautilus, which achieved Safety Index scores ranging from 88 to 94 within the NHTSA program. These scores apply only to the specific years tested and are not transferable to the 2024 model.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus have any recalls?
The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus is covered by seven recall campaigns. Components involved include back-over prevention software, power window devices and controls (including a follow-on remedy for vehicles repaired incorrectly under an earlier campaign), the multimedia module software affecting panoramic and center displays, and broader electrical system issues shared with other Ford and Lincoln models. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory is listed in the provided data for this model year, but shoppers should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE26V165000
Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 Aviator, 2025 Explorer, 2025 Nautilus notified owners on 4/13/2026. Phase 2 will include 2025 Navigator will notify owners on or about 4/20/2026. Phase 3 will include 2022-2024 Navigator will notify owners on or about 6/8/
Reported 2026-03-19
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS25V518000
Risk: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C36.
Reported 2025-08-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL25V337000
Risk: A blank instrument display can result in a loss of critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a missing rearview camera display image can reduce visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The multimedia module system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C21.
Reported 2025-05-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25V343000
Risk: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Reported 2025-05-23
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS25V237000
Risk: A closing window may exert excessive force and pinch a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C10.
Reported 2025-04-11
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS24V953000
Risk: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will recalibrate the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C43.
Reported 2024-12-20
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS24V597000
Risk: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 13, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C24.
Reported 2024-08-09
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus?
NHTSA has logged 19 owner complaints for the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus, all of which are unverified consumer allegations. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the electrical system (5 reports), visibility (3 reports), service brakes (3 reports), and an unknown or other category (3 reports). Forward collision avoidance and back-over prevention each account for 2 alleged reports. The complaint record also includes 2 reported crashes and 1 reported injury.
19 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus?
Any used 2024 Lincoln Nautilus should have its VIN checked against the NHTSA open-recall database at nhtsa.gov before purchase. Seven recall campaigns are on record for the model year; confirming which, if any, remain unresolved on a specific vehicle is a straightforward step that costs nothing.
- The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus has no NHTSA crash-test score or Safety Index; federal crash-test data for this specific model year does not exist.
- Seven recall campaigns cover this model year, with notable issues including back-over prevention software, power window controls (including a corrective re-recall for an improperly completed earlier remedy), multimedia module display software, and electrical system concerns.
- The electrical system is the single most-cited component in the 19 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA, and it also appears independently in the recall record, making it the most prominent safety-adjacent thread in the 2024 data.
- Tested sibling years, the 2022, 2023, 2025, and 2026 Lincoln Nautilus, each have a NHTSA Safety Index score; shoppers who want crash-test context should review those specific year entries at nhtsa.gov, keeping in mind those scores do not apply to the 2024 model year.
FAQ2024 Lincoln Nautilus safety questions
Was the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 7 recalls and 19 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 7 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 19 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lincoln Nautilus 2024.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.