How many recalls does the 2001 Ford Navigator have?

The 2001 Ford Navigator has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2001 Ford Navigator has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2001 Ford Navigator?

Of 5 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is vehicle speed control.

2001 Ford Navigator Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2001 Ford Navigator has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 495,000 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the vehicle speed control. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

EQUIPMENT 00V396000 2000-11-28 495,000 affected

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE AFFECTED EXPEDITION/NAVIGATOR OWNER GUIDES DO NOT IDENTIFY THE LOCATIONS OF SEATING POSITIONS EQUIPPED WITH TETHER ANCHORAGES, AND…

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH OWNER GUIDE INSERTS REVISED TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION, AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR AFFIXING THESE INSERTS TO THEIR OWNER GUIDES. CUSTOMERS WILL ALSO BE ADVISED THAT IF THEY PREFER, THEIR DEALER WILL AFFIX THE INSERTS TO THEIR OWNER GUIDES.

Complaints by component

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

AIR BAGS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Total complaints5

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“My husband were involved in a single car crash. The 2001 lincoln navigator spun around and rolled over and the airbags did not deploy. The insurance company was shocked when advised of this. *tr”

AIR BAGS · reported 2012-02-19

“Truck was parked not running when it just caught on fire in garage. Allen fire dept came and put out fire, vehicle was towed to storage facility, damage to townhome, fortunately no one was injured. Truck was not pd for, so lienholder went and sued me. Want damages and mental anguish paid for by…”

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · reported 2007-11-03

“Unwanted electrical activity when the car is unattended. Every time it rains I have multiple electrical problems for days. Starter kicks in automatically, blower stays on when car is off. Headlights just turning on with the switch off and the keys out. *nm”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH · reported 2006-12-20

“Dt: consumer states: took vehicle to dealer and it has been fixed. Was backing out of garage a suddenly vehicle surged and leaped backwards. Repair shop said it was idle air control valve and gasket. No lights came on. *ak”

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · reported 2005-05-20

“While driving noticed outside air entering through doors. Dealer has been contacted, replaced door seals . Please provide furhter information.*ak”

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR