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2021 Lincoln Nautilus recalls, complaints and safety ratings

There are 2 US recalls for the 2021 Lincoln Nautilus, and 2 in Canada. Owners filed 27 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure. Its best NHTSA overall crash rating is 5 stars.

2US recalls
0urgent recalls
27owner complaints
5★overall crash rating

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US recalls (2)

Over-the-air fix

Back over prevention: software

2025-05-09 · campaign 25V315000 · 1,076,138 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical

2024-08-23 · campaign 24V635000 · 90,736 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

Canadian recalls (2)

Show 2 Canadian recalls
Over-the-air fix

Visual system

2025-05-09 · campaign 2025-260

Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display or to freeze when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that doesn't display correctly could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the SYNC software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Ford dealership.

Engine

2024-08-23 · campaign 2024-492

Issue: On certain vehicles, the intake valves may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the valves could break and cause the engine to fail. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost engine. This problem would cause the engine to run rough and the engine malfunction indicator lamp to turn on. Safety Risk: An engine failure could cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine.

Owner complaints (27)

Owners filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Lincoln Nautilus (1 crashes reported). Among 8 model years of this model, it ranks #3 for the most complaints (median 22).

Most-reported problemComplaints
Structure9
Power train8
Unknown or other4
Electrical system3
Fuel/propulsion system3
Engine3
Back over prevention2
Engine and engine cooling2

Crash test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2021 Lincoln Nautilus.

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2021 Lincoln Nautilus SUV FWD5★5★5★4★
2021 Lincoln Nautilus SUV AWD5★5★5★4★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for each 2021 Lincoln Nautilus version.

VersionCity MPGHighway MPGCombinedYearly fuel cost
Nautilus AWD 2.0 L Automatic (S8)202522$3,050
Nautilus AWD 2.0 L Automatic 8-spd202522$3,050
Nautilus AWD 2.7 L Automatic (S8)192521$3,200
Nautilus FWD 2.0 L Automatic (S8)212623$2,900
Nautilus FWD 2.0 L Automatic 8-spd212623$2,900
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings, US EPA fuel economy and Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database (contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada). Recalls updated 2026-10-30.