2004 Lincoln Navigator Luxury
5LMFU28R24LJ05018
Vehicle history report for the 2004 Lincoln Navigator Luxury (VIN 5LMFU28R24LJ05018). Burgundy. 100,785 mi reported. Registered in Nc. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2004 Lincoln Navigator worth?
What comparable 2004 Lincoln Navigator vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
Is the seller's price fair? Get this exact VIN's current market value — retail, trade-in & loan value — in the full report.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2004 Lincoln Navigator costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,143) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,135), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 5LMFU28R24LJ05018
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 86 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Lincoln Navigator, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 86
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
REAR WINDOW EXPLODED SHATTERING THE GLASS COMPLETELY. OCCURRED ONCE THE ENGINE WAS OFF WHILE PARKED.
NHTSA ODI #11374657EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS,VISIBILITY/WIPER
AIRBAGS FOR NOW COMPLETELY SO DOES THE AIR COMPRESSOR CARS WITHOUT AIRBAGS WENT OUT BRAKES WENT OUT RADIATOR WENT OUT COMPLETELY THE CAR IS FALLING APART
NHTSA ODI #11352192ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
[XXX]. AIR SUSPENSION AIR TRACK RADIATION ELECTRICIAN AND AIR CONDITIONER WENT OUT. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
NHTSA ODI #11352193VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
THE VEHICLE ENGAGED IN INVOLUNTARY ACCELERATION (IN REVERSE) FROM STATIONARY POSITION RIGHT AFTER SHIFTING GEARS FROM PARKING 'P' TO REVERSE 'R' AND DISENGAGING THE PARKING BRAKE. THE BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED DURING THIS GEAR CHANGE. THE CAR STARTED MOVING IN REVERSE AS SOON AS THE DRIVER LET OFF THE BRAKES. THE DRIVER THEN REAPPLIED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHI…
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11338807SUSPENSION
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AIR SUSPENSION HAD FAILED CAUSING THE REAR END TO BOUNCE UP AND DOWN AND WHILE DRIVING A CLANKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT SUSPENSION ARM WAS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND …
NHTSA ODI #11306797STEERING,AIR BAGS,WHEELS
THE BACK AIR BAGS ARE NOT EVEN 3 MONTHS I PIT IN THE FRONT.
NHTSA ODI #11299551WHEELS,SEATS,SERVICE BRAKES
TIRES KEP GOING CUZ OF THE ALLL BECAUSE THIS IS BENCHING IS OUT IN THE BACK AND TIRES KEEP GOING
NHTSA ODI #11299639SEAT BELTS,SEATS
SIT RIPET
NHTSA ODI #11299647+ 78 more complaints on record.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
No — and no legitimate service can. Linking a VIN or plate to a named owner is restricted by the U.S. Driver's Privacy Protection Act, the EU GDPR and equivalent laws. CarLogs shows the vehicle only — specs, recalls, problems and value — never the person.
Is the VIN 5LMFU28R24LJ05018 valid?
5LMFU28R24LJ05018 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
Does the 2004 Lincoln Navigator have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2004 Lincoln Navigator. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2004 Lincoln Navigator?
Comparable 2004 Lincoln Navigator listings run roughly $2,000–$6,900, typically around $4,143 (from 114 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2004 Lincoln Navigator get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2004 Lincoln Navigator at about 13 mpg combined (11 city / 16 highway).
Data last checked 29 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.