Wheel Bolts problems of the 1999 Lincoln Navigator

Six problems related to wheel bolts have been reported for the 1999 Lincoln Navigator. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2008

The contact owns a 1999 Lincoln Navigator. The vehicles rear left wheel fell off in June of 2008. A tire mechanic stated that the stud broke. The wheel was repaired; however, on October 5, 2009 when he attempted to drive out of a parking lot he heard a noise, and noticed that the vehicle was leaning to the right. When he inspected the vehicle he observed that the right left wheel and the rotor fell off. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included in recall 98v095000 wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts; therefore, they were unable to assist with the repair. The failure and current mileage were 230,000. Updated 11/06/09 updated 11/09/jb.

2 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 04/28/2004

The rear wheel and rim separated and fell off while making a left turn. There's a wheel lug nut recall 99v099000 on this issue but the VIN is not included.

3 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 01/12/1999

The rear left wheel had separated from vehicle while driving 35mph. There was no warning. This would happen. Had heard a clicking noise & noticed the tire rolling passed. Mechanic was sent to pick up vehicle & the tire.

4 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 01/11/1999

Left rear driver's side lugs: nuts came off, tire went rolling. Dealer contacted, and repaired by installing anti-lock nuts on each wheel. Incident occurred again. Dealer contacted second time and refused service to remedy the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.

5 Wheel Bolts problem

While driving wheel separated from the vehicle. The left rear wheel was separated. Dealer has vehicle now.

6 Wheel Bolts problem

Consumer received recall notice 99s12 due to insufficient clamping action of the wheel lugs on the chrome steel wheels. However, consumer was denied repairs from dealer.


Other Wheel related problems of the 1999 Lincoln Navigator

Wheel Bolts problems
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Wheel problems
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