2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS Complaints and Recall Information
The 2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS has 5 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues with the rearview camera delay and failure to activate immediately upon vehicle start. Several complaints focus on braking system failures, including noise during braking and inconsistent activation of automatic emergency braking and pre-collision warning systems.
Common Issues
- Rearview camera delay. The rearview camera does not activate for 45-60 seconds after starting the vehicle causing a black screen that eventually reboots. This issue occurs intermittently about once every two weeks.
- Braking failure under low speed. When applying full force brakes below 20 mph, the vehicle sometimes fails to come to a complete stop as automatic emergency braking and pre-collision warnings do not engage consistently.
- Grinding noise during braking. Loud noises resembling brake pads grinding are reported when braking at all speeds, particularly during emergency stops.
- Delayed sensor warnings. Auto parking sensors provide delayed warnings and the vehicle fails to brake automatically when approaching objects dangerously close.
- Dealer evaluations. Despite multiple dealer inspections regarding braking issues and noise, no defects were found and the vehicle was declared safe to drive.
There are five recalls for the 2023 Lincoln Nautilus affecting systems such as rearview camera software, child seat tether anchors, and rear suspension components. The recalls address safety-critical systems including visibility, occupant protection, and braking.
Recalls
- Rearview camera software. NHTSA recall 25V315000 affects 1,076,138 vehicles including 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus models. A software defect can delay or freeze the rearview camera image when reversing, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module software free of charge. Interim notices were mailed in June 2025 and a remedy is expected in Q3 2025.
- Child seat tether anchor. NHTSA recall 23V198000 involves 19 vehicles. Insufficient welds on the left-side second-row seat back frame reduce the effectiveness of child seat restraints. Dealers will replace the seat back frame at no cost. Owner letters were mailed in May 2023.
- Rear shock absorber defect. NHTSA recall 23V439000 covers 366 vehicles. Incorrect manufacturing of rear shocks may damage brake hoses, half shafts, wheel speed sensors, or stabilizer bar links. Damaged brake hoses can increase stopping distances. Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts free of charge. Owner letters were mailed in August 2023.
Owners facing repeated braking failures, sensor malfunctions, or unresolved recall repairs should review their rights under state lemon laws. Consulting a consumer protection attorney may help determine eligibility for remedies.
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS Summary
2023
Model Year
5
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
1076523
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
1076138 vehicles affected
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
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: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
366 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in damage to the rear brake hose, rear axle half shaft, wheel speed sensor, and/or stabilizer bar end links.
Risk: A damaged brake hose can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
19 vehicles affected
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge and Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The child seat tether wire welds on the second-row left-side seat back frame may be insufficient, which can reduce the seat's ability to properly restrain a child during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk: A child that is not properly restrained during a crash can have an increased risk of injury.
Complaints
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
ID: 2092963FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
During an emergency break, when applying full force to the break, and the vehicle is traveling at 20 or less mph, the vehicle cannot come to a full stop. Automatic Emergency Braking and pre-collision warning failed to engage. When pressing the break with full force, loud noise of all the break pads grinding can be heard. Under the same condition, pre-collision warning would sometimes be activated and sometimes doesn't. When using the car's auto parking feature, multiple sensors would have delayed warnings, and the car will not break when getting dangerously close to objects. The vehicle has been examed multiple times by the dealer regarding increased break distance and occasion grinding noise when breaking (regardless of the speed), no problem was found and the vehicle is therefore determined to be safe to drive.
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
ID: 2092962FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
During an emergency break, when applying full force to the break, and the vehicle is traveling at 20 or less mph, the vehicle cannot come to a full stop. Automatic Emergency Braking and pre-collision warning failed to engage. When pressing the break with full force, loud noise of all the break pads grinding can be heard. Under the same condition, pre-collision warning would sometimes be activated and sometimes doesn't. When using the car's auto parking feature, multiple sensors would have delayed warnings, and the car will not break when getting dangerously close to objects. The vehicle has been examed multiple times by the dealer regarding increased break distance and occasion grinding noise when breaking (regardless of the speed), no problem was found and the vehicle is therefore determined to be safe to drive.
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
ID: 2092961SERVICE BRAKES
During an emergency break, when applying full force to the break, and the vehicle is traveling at 20 or less mph, the vehicle cannot come to a full stop. Automatic Emergency Braking and pre-collision warning failed to engage. When pressing the break with full force, loud noise of all the break pads grinding can be heard. Under the same condition, pre-collision warning would sometimes be activated and sometimes doesn't. When using the car's auto parking feature, multiple sensors would have delayed warnings, and the car will not break when getting dangerously close to objects. The vehicle has been examed multiple times by the dealer regarding increased break distance and occasion grinding noise when breaking (regardless of the speed), no problem was found and the vehicle is therefore determined to be safe to drive.
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
ID: 2075530UNKNOWN OR OTHER
When vehicle is started, intermittently, rear view camera does not come on for approximately 45-60 seconds later. The screen remains completely black then appears to reboot The camera issue happens about once every two weeks
2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
ID: 2075529ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When vehicle is started, intermittently, rear view camera does not come on for approximately 45-60 seconds later. The screen remains completely black then appears to reboot The camera issue happens about once every two weeks