2022 LINCOLN AVIATOR

21 recalls, 74 complaints - 188 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

26V451000 Jul 14, 2026
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.
Consequence
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, 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 explaining the safety risk were mailed August 19, 2026. Additional letters... Read more
387,911 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
26V159000 Mar 17, 2026
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.
Consequence
A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C18. Vehicle Identific... Read more
561 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
26V117000 Mar 3, 2026
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
Consequence
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer ser... Read more
604,533 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
26V123000 Mar 3, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles ... Read more
Consequence
An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in thi... Read more
889,950 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V455000 Jul 7, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's numb... Read more
850,318 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V442000 Jun 27, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
200,237 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V407000 Jun 13, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator vehicles. The rear door window bars and C-pillar trim may have insufficient adhesive bonding, which can allow the trim to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence
Detached trim may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair or replace C-pillar appliques and window division bars, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S66.
132,914 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V393000 Jun 13, 2025
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.
Consequence
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the second-row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S67.
304,662 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V338000 May 23, 2025
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator and Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a Revel Audio System that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V-953. When the driver's seat belt is not buckled and the vehicle is started, the seat belt warning system may activ... Read more
Consequence
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the audio control module software, 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 25C18.
4,442 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V159000 Mar 14, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-342. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the Image Processing Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S27.
49,399 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V852000 Nov 8, 2024
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requiremen... Read more
Consequence
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
27,678 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V635000 Aug 23, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Defect Description
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 p... Read more
Consequence
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.
90,736 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V368000 May 24, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The accessory protocol image module (APIM) can be affected by electromagnetic interference with a cell phone in the vehicle, causing the rearview camera image to flicker or become distorted.
Consequence
A flickering or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to use their cell phones while reversing until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install shielding on the accessory protocol image module (APIM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-86... Read more
109,283 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
23V626000 Sep 8, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Consequence
Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will perform a Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford Motor Company's number for... Read more
2,954 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
23V598000 Aug 25, 2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2018-2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2022-2023 Ford Transit, and 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, and update the software and wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023 to Lincoln owners. Ford vehicle owners notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024. Ford remedy parts are anticipated 2nd Quarter 202... Read more
177,402 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
23V342000 May 12, 2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S23. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 23V-022. Vehicles previo... Read more
442,973 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
23V022000 Jan 23, 2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the image processing module (IPMB) software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 25, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.... Read more
382,759 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
22V953000 Dec 23, 2022
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a Revel Audio System. When the driver's seat belt is not buckled and the vehicle is started, the seat belt warning system may activate the audible warning chime for an insuf... Read more
Consequence
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C35.
101,001 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
22V454000 Jun 24, 2022
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The engine rails may have been improperly heat-treated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and... Read more
Consequence
Improperly heat-treated engine rails may reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. In addition, an engine rail may detach and contact the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will perform an engine rail strength test and replace the rails as necessary, free of charge. If the engine rails require replacement, owners will have the option for a vehicle replacement or buyback. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer... Read more
776 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
22V247000 Apr 14, 2022
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The front-row driver and passenger seat power head restraint cushion may detach from the head restraint assembly when adjusted to the full forward position.
Consequence
A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front-row passenger and driver head restraints, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to notify owners of the safety risk were mailed May 11, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-733... Read more
933 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
22V088000 Feb 16, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The fuel filler tube may detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Consequence
A detached fuel filler tube can result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fuel vapor line redundant locking clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C02.
18,366 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Complaint Statistics

74 total complaints 7 crashes 2 fires

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER9
ENGINE9
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8
POWER TRAIN8
STEERING5
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM4
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING4
WHEELS3
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
AIR BAGS2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 5, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2026
I was driving on the highway in Michigan, the speed limit is 70 mph. All of a sudden, I noticed that my car acceleration was not working. It ended up my engine misfired and in doing so, I could not go more than 20 mph on the actual highway!!! it was absolutely terrifying, even when I put on my emerg... Read more
ENGINE May 26, 2026
Incident date: Jul 5, 2025
The engine burns oil excessively and the oil light does NOT come on when the oil is low. Our car is right at 90k miles, it began to shudder and malfunction out of the blue while we were driving on the highway. There was absolutely no indication the oil was low. Now the car will not turn on at all. W... Read more
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY May 15, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
The contact stated while driving at approximately35 mph, minor occupant struggling, back right seatbelt was strangling child, kept tightening up when trying to retract the seatbelt but it would not. The contact had to pull over and received assistance from citizens the seatbelt ultimately had to ... Read more
TIRES May 15, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
The contact owns a 1966 Ford Mustang equipped with Nexen Tires, Tire Line: N’Priz, Tire Size: P195/75R14, DOT Number: 1BE4X. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the sidewall of the tire had failed and the sidewall tire had unexpectedly swell. The cause of the failure had not yet been determin... Read more
WHEELS Apr 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 13, 2026
On Feb 7th, notice a Knocking/Clicking noise coming from right wheel when making slight right turn, but not often. Called my dealership and immediately they said they were aware of issue and said it is common in Prologues. But due to the prologue being a GM make and not Honda, they were told they ne... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 13, 2026
I have been having an issue with my 2021 Hyundai Palisade's engine oil consumption. It is constantly burning oil at a high rate, requiring me to purchase oil constantly. I had it serviced at Hyundai in Gurnee, IL. An oil consumption test was conducted. Hyundai corporate stated that my vehicle's engi... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 4, 2026
While stopped in heavy traffic at a traffic signal, the engine stopped and would not restart. This was due to the AIS system. The car became disabled in heavy traffic. I was only a few feet from the entrance to a gas station, however due to the interlock system that locks the transmission in Park, t... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 11, 2026
Incident date: Sep 15, 2025
Timeline of Maintenance & Failure: • October [Year]: I purc Timeline of Maintenance & Failure: • October [Year]: I purchased this vehicle. • February 11, 2026: I performed a full oil service (documented receipt attached). • April 3, 2026: While transporting my two grandsons—one of whom has... Read more
ENGINE Apr 11, 2026
Incident date: Sep 15, 2025
For the second time, the integrated control unit, ICCU, has failed to this is AFTER being replaced under the recall. The recall solution has not fixed the problem, and is a fake bandaid on a problem that means cars will totally stop working in the middle of the road. This is totally unsafe and unacc... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 11, 2026
Incident date: Sep 15, 2025
For the second time, the integrated control unit, ICCU, has failed to this is AFTER being replaced under the recall. The recall solution has not fixed the problem, and is a fake bandaid on a problem that means cars will totally stop working in the middle of the road. This is totally unsafe and unacc... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jan 26, 2026
Incident date: Nov 18, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for maintenance, the contact was informed that the water pump had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that prior to the visit, the vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, t... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jan 23, 2026
Incident date: Jul 25, 2025
On [XXX] my there was a loud pop from the rear of the vehicle and electric vehicle warnings popped up on my dash. I turned around at the light, and as I drove I could tell that the vehicle was slowly losing power. Speed was limited to 30mph. Barely made it back home before the warnings on the dash ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER Jan 23, 2026
Incident date: Jul 25, 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 142,000. It was later discovered, during a VIN check, that the mileage was 223,000. The mileage was... Read more
ENGINE Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Jul 25, 2025
I bought the vehicle with 14000 miles.had oil changed at dealership ever ,5000 miles.I drive 10 miles a day.at 55000 miles the lifters are ticking like a time bomb.It makes me sick that a vehicle with no more miles than this is in this shape.Gm should stand behind there junk motors with this afm.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Jul 25, 2025
My keyless start system is going off and on and this is supposedly a well known problem with this year and model and the start stop buttoning going off and car stalling etc. it says to report to you all online.
STEERING Dec 15, 2025
Incident date: Sep 23, 2025
I was driving to work in the rain on the highway and I heard a big thump and I thought I had hit something and my wheel went sideways and I kept trying to keep my car on the road even though I didn’t hit anything.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 7, 2025
While driving at 70–75 mph on an interstate, my vehicle suddenly displayed a “Brake Failure” warning and limited speed to 62 mph. Power steering failed completely, and braking became ineffective despite hard pedal pressure. Multiple warnings followed: ABS, engine, and others. I was in heavy tr... Read more
STEERING Nov 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 7, 2025
While driving at 70–75 mph on an interstate, my vehicle suddenly displayed a “Brake Failure” warning and limited speed to 62 mph. Power steering failed completely, and braking became ineffective despite hard pedal pressure. Multiple warnings followed: ABS, engine, and others. I was in heavy tr... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Nov 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 7, 2025
While driving at 70–75 mph on an interstate, my vehicle suddenly displayed a “Brake Failure” warning and limited speed to 62 mph. Power steering failed completely, and braking became ineffective despite hard pedal pressure. Multiple warnings followed: ABS, engine, and others. I was in heavy tr... Read more
ENGINE Oct 16, 2025
Incident date: Aug 15, 2025
Vehicle had no dashboard light indicators. While traveling on highway, started to sound like a motorcycle and decelerate. Pulled over and started to smoke from the hood, exited vehicle and smoke turned to flames. Fire deescalated by Fire Dept. and vehicle is a total loss. All maintenance was UpToDat... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 6, 2025
Incident date: Aug 9, 2023
Incident Date: August 20, 2025
Vehicle: BMW iX (2023 BMW iX XDrive 50 VIN - [XXX] ) On August 20, 2025, I was driving my BMW iX during heavy rain when the vehicle suddenly lost control and hydroplaned. Despite my efforts to steer and brake carefully, the vehicle skidded and hit the divider three ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Oct 6, 2025
Incident date: Aug 9, 2023
1. Turbo Actuator / Dealer is currently replacing the defective part. 2. When this part fails, you lose throttle control and acceleration capabilities. This part failed on me at highway speeds, and I had to drift over several lanes of high-speed traffic. I was unable to control the speed of my vehi... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Oct 6, 2025
Incident date: Aug 9, 2023
After Super Cruise disengages and applies the transition brake, the brake pressure sometimes doesn’t release. The vehicle remains partially or fully braked and won’t roll freely for up to 30 minutes while on a freeway or highway. We are able to move the car to the side of road when this happens ... Read more
ENGINE Oct 3, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
April 2025, Vacuum Pump went out meaning lost breaks going 60 miles per hour down the road after engine light came on. Left me and two children stranded 2 hours from home with no way to get back except a tow. Now September 2025 Cam Shafts are out as well as Vacuum Pump. Stranded boyfriend and I two ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 3, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
On 8/25/2025 I purchased a used 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500HD from a auto dealer and they had put new tires on the truck that aren't rated for a 2500 HD, I contacted them and they offered me $400 to replace them with the correct tires that cost me $1319.78 they refuse to help me anymore which is putti... Read more
WHEELS Oct 3, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
On 8/25/2025 I purchased a used 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500HD from a auto dealer and they had put new tires on the truck that aren't rated for a 2500 HD, I contacted them and they offered me $400 to replace them with the correct tires that cost me $1319.78 they refuse to help me anymore which is putti... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 2, 2025
While driving my 2025 Toyota Camry, the infotainment/navigation display screen (center console multimedia system) will randomly and sporadically shut down completely, leaving the screen blank without warning. This has happened multiple times, including while I was backing up and relying on the backu... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Sep 19, 2025
Incident date: Sep 18, 2025
The contact owns a 2014 Winnebago Tour. The contact stated that the turn signals were dim and not bright enough while driving at night. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V733000 (Exterior Lighting). The local dealer was not contacted... Read more
WHEELS Sep 19, 2025
Incident date: Sep 18, 2025
While performing a left-hand U-turn across three lanes and into the far right-hand 4th turning lane, at less than 15mph my 2013 Ram 1500's power steering failed and jerked the wheel out of my hands back towards the neutral position. This action forced me across all the lanes and into the curb on the... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 19, 2025
Incident date: Aug 19, 2025
I have contacted a dealer on 3 occasions to help me with an unrepaired recall. I contacted GM directly regarding the recall. They won't look at my truck to determine what needs to be done.
POWER TRAIN Sep 19, 2025
Incident date: Aug 19, 2025
We have a 2021 Kia Seltos. It was purchased 09/2023 as a certified pre-owned vehicle. Purchased from Putnam Chrysler Doge Jeep Kia in Putnam CT. It started using oil, about a quart a week. No oil spill on garage floor. Received notice of recall. We took it to the dealer for the recall in May of 2025... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 13, 2025
I drove over a rough patch/bump in the road. A ton of warning messages and failure lights activated on the dash. In addition to the check engine light, there were warnings for electronic stability protection, sway bar disconnect, ABS failure, power steering failure, shift lever malfunction. In addit... Read more
STEERING Aug 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 13, 2025
I drove over a rough patch/bump in the road. A ton of warning messages and failure lights activated on the dash. In addition to the check engine light, there were warnings for electronic stability protection, sway bar disconnect, ABS failure, power steering failure, shift lever malfunction. In addit... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 13, 2025
I drove over a rough patch/bump in the road. A ton of warning messages and failure lights activated on the dash. In addition to the check engine light, there were warnings for electronic stability protection, sway bar disconnect, ABS failure, power steering failure, shift lever malfunction. In addit... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 19, 2025
Incident date: Apr 20, 2025
Lead frame issue where truck downshifted hard as I was driving then was stuck in a higher gear. Had to have it towed into Ford for repair. Cost about $2,000
STEERING Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while accelerating from a complete stop from a traffic light, the vehicle made an abnormally loud popping sound. The contact exited and inspected the vehicle but could not determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that upon attem... Read more
SUSPENSION Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while accelerating from a complete stop from a traffic light, the vehicle made an abnormally loud popping sound. The contact exited and inspected the vehicle but could not determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that upon attem... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that while the dealer was performing a routine service on the vehicle, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was designed with 2 different 4-Wheel Drive hubs, a driver's side automatic hub and a passenger's side dummy hub. The cont... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2021
While driving home from dinner I pulled off from a stop light as normal and shifted from 1st into 2nd then 3rd with zero issues. As I went to shift into 4th it was as if the gear was locked out, thinking there was just something I was missing I tried 5th and was met with the same issue, tried 4th ag... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2021
The multipurpose camera that sits behind the windshield has completely failed, deactivating many automated safety features. The dealer quoted $2700.00 to replace.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2021
The multipurpose camera that sits behind the windshield has completely failed, deactivating many automated safety features. The dealer quoted $2700.00 to replace.
ENGINE May 13, 2025
Incident date: Jul 28, 2022
Fuel pump has been recalled on other models but not mine. I have a 2018 audi q5. It had a warranty extension but the previous owner never claimed but if it would have been a recall then I wouldnt be having this problem . Now I have to replace the water pump and pay almost $2k for something that wasn... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 27, 2025
Incident date: Mar 27, 2025
Cylinder 1 and Cylinder 3 misfire (Cylinder 3 misfired multiple times, even after attempts to fix it), and now I have a blown head gasket. On more than three separate occasions, my car has either stopped completely in the middle of the road—sometimes on the highway in the fast lane, with cars trav... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING Mar 26, 2025
Incident date: Mar 26, 2025
on 2/15/2025, while backing out of a driveway at about 7:30PM, the vehicle backed into a parked car directly behind it parked in street. There was no warning signal emitted that an object was behind the car. There was no safety alert on the display. Essentially the vehicle's sensors did not see t... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Mar 10, 2025
Incident date: Jan 27, 2025
We bought the car in January . When going through our regular car wash, we heard a boom on the roof. We looked and saw no damage. Went through again last week and heard it again. We expressed our concern to the manager who sat in the back as we went through again. She held her hand on the roo... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Mar 10, 2025
Incident date: Jan 27, 2025
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the headliner above the rear window had water stains. The contact stated that as a mechanic, he had inspected the vehicle and diagnosed that the water was leaking from the third brake light. The contact stated that the gasket ... Read more
ENGINE Mar 10, 2025
Incident date: Jan 27, 2025
Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I am writing to formally report a serious safety issue with my 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 equipped with the 6.2-liter engine. At the time of the incident, my truck had only 17,000 miles on it and had received the two necessary oil changes as recommende... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Feb 19, 2025
Incident date: Aug 23, 2024
I have reached out to the dealership several times about the open recall and they keep saying they have to order it and will call me when they receive it. Never got a call back and it’s been months almost and .
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 19, 2025
Incident date: Aug 23, 2024
Hesitation when trying to accelerate. When I come to a stop sign and hit the gas, there’s always a hesitation
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 11, 2024
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
There has been no OTA updates issued to this date for my vehicle. I'm currently on 2.0 awaiting 2.2 update. Because of this I still have issues with braking, rolling while in park, and random and unexpected shutdowns of the vehicle while driving. THIS IS A VERY UNSAFE VEHICLE. PLEASE HELP!

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2022 LINCOLN AVIATOR

2022 Lincoln Aviator SUV 4WD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 15.1%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 LINCOLN AVIATOR

188 manufacturer communications from 131 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM34
100000 POWER TRAIN27
350000 EQUIPMENT16
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING12
220000 SEATS10
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER9
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE5
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL4
SSM 52482 Apr 25, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Diagnosis should include checking the
SSM 52410 Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual recentlyupdated for diagnostics and repairs on SYNC generation 3 and later applications. When performingdiagnostics and repairs on SYNC Gen 3 or la
TSB 24-2100 Mar 29, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This article supersedes TSB 24-2059 to update the Service Procedure LTIS statement. Some 2021-2022 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2020-2023 Transit/Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80MHT transmission may
TSB 23-2058 Mar 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This TSB supersedes TSB 22-2377 to update the vehicle model years affected and Parts List. Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine or 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.0L PHEV engine
SSM 52373 Mar 20, 2024
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Some 2020-2024 Aviator vehicles equipped with auto air refresh option (minor feature code G1DAG) may exhibit a buzzing/clicking/humming/ticking sound from the OHC and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P24AE in the heating ventilation and air
SSM 52373 Mar 20, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2020-2024 Aviator vehicles equipped with auto air refresh option (minor feature code G1DAG) may exhibit a buzzing/clicking/humming/ticking sound from the OHC and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P24AE in the heating ventilation and air
TSB 24-2059 Mar 13, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This article supersedes TSB 23-2351 to remove 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicle applications. The 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicles will be the subject of a separate article. Some 2021-2022 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/M
SSM 52335 Mar 6, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbocharg
SSM 52333 Mar 6, 2024
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Many body control module C (BCMC) warranty return parts are coming back with no trouble found. To verify that the BCMC is at fault prior to replacing, perform the following. First, disconnect the battery then check all BCMC connectors for t
SSM 52314 Mar 1, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the tim
SSM 52307 Feb 29, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPass??A?/LincolnWay??A? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected
TSB 24-2043 Feb 22, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This article supersedes TSB 23-2208 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations.
TSB 24-2043 Feb 22, 2024
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This article supersedes TSB 23-2208 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations.
TSB 24-2044 Feb 22, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
This article supersedes TSB 23-2181 to add 2024 vehicle model year. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. The customer may ind
TSB 24-2044 Feb 22, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This article supersedes TSB 23-2181 to add 2024 vehicle model year. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. The customer may ind
SSM 52269 Feb 16, 2024
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
2022-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or after 28-May-2022, 2022-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or after 08-Jun-2022, 2022-2024 Escape vehicles built on or after 01-Jun-2022 and 2022 Corsair vehicles built on or after 01
SSM 52269 Feb 16, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
2022-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or after 28-May-2022, 2022-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or after 08-Jun-2022, 2022-2024 Escape vehicles built on or after 01-Jun-2022 and 2022 Corsair vehicles built on or after 01
SSM 52264 Feb 15, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2020-2024 Aviator vehicles may exhibit concerns that reqiure loadspace trim panel vent register replacement. The vent register is now available separately (service base part number 19893). It is no longer necessary to replace the entir
SSM 52264 Feb 15, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2020-2024 Aviator vehicles may exhibit concerns that reqiure loadspace trim panel vent register replacement. The vent register is now available separately (service base part number 19893). It is no longer necessary to replace the entir
SSM 52189 Jan 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over Bluetooth. Customers may describe static heard during a Bluetooth phone call or a
23B49 S2 Jan 17, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Certain 2021 - 2023 Model Year Aviator Vehicles Equipped With SYNC - Reprogram Accessory Protocol Interface Module Owner letter submitted 09/06/23
23B49 S2 Jan 17, 2024
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Certain 2021 - 2023 Model Year Aviator Vehicles Equipped With SYNC - Reprogram Accessory Protocol Interface Module Owner letter submitted 09/06/23
SSM 52152 Dec 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and/or 4WD Fault Service Required message with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C00A6:71, C00A6
TSB 23-2351 Nov 15, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2021-2023 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator, 2022-2023 Mustang, 2020-2023 Transit, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80MHT transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, a
23B49 S1 Nov 15, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Certain 2021 - 2023 Model Year Aviator Vehicles Equipped With SYNC - Reprogram Accessory Protocol Interface Module
TSB 23-2352 Nov 14, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 10R60 transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code
TSB 23-2347 Nov 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This article supersedes TSB 23-2279 to update the Service Procedure. Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost hybrid engine, 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles
TSB 23-2347 Nov 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This article supersedes TSB 23-2279 to update the Service Procedure. Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost hybrid engine, 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles
TSB 23-2307 Oct 5, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehi
TSB 23-2307 Oct 5, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehi
TSB 23-2307 Oct 5, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehi
TSB 23-2307 Oct 5, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehi
SSM 51951 Sep 28, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT transmission may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P084B stored in the PCM. The Workshop Manual (WSM) has recent
SSM 51939 Sep 21, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. This may be identified as coming from the bellhousing and the front of the transmissi
TSB 23-2072 Sep 20, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles with a hybrid powertrain may experience a harshness and/or vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console at 25-50 mph (40-80 km/h). This may be due to co
SSM 51937 Sep 20, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may exhibit power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound. This may be due to the mirrors being manually folded in, during transportation, going through a car wash,
SSM 51927 Sep 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent passenger seat massage function with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). This may be due to the configuration of the seat control module G (SCMG) and seat control module H (SCM
TSB 23-2279 Sep 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L hybrid engine, 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L hybrid engine may exhibit a powertrain malfunction indicato
SSM 51902 Sep 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2022 Aviator/Explorer Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a concern where the EV power flow does not display in the center display screen. This may be due to the SYNC module (APIM) software. Download and run the APIM-SYNC Module (APIM) St
23B49 Aug 31, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Certain 2021 - 2023 Model Year Aviator Vehicles Equipped With SYNC - Reprogram Accessory Protocol Interface Module
SSM 51881 Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles and equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine built on or before 01-Jan-2023 may exhibit an exhaust rattle requ
SSM 51881 Aug 24, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles and equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine built on or before 01-Jan-2023 may exhibit an exhaust rattle requ
TSB 23-2250 Aug 14, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This article supersedes TSB 22-2428 and 23-2176 to update the Issue, Action and Service Procedure. Some 2017-2023 F-150, 2018-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit and 2021-2023 Bronco vehic
SSM 51838 Aug 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app thr
SSM 51824 Aug 1, 2023
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an exhaust rattle requiring replacement of the left or ri
SSM 51824 Aug 1, 2023
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an exhaust rattle requiring replacement of the left or ri
SSM 51824 Aug 1, 2023
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an exhaust rattle requiring replacement of the left or ri
SSM 51792 Jul 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over Bluetooth. Customers may describe static heard during a Bluetooth phone call, or a
SSM 51792 Jul 14, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over Bluetooth. Customers may describe static heard during a Bluetooth phone call, or a
SSM 51788 Jul 14, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Some 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles built on or before 12-Oct-2022 may exhibit a door ajar or door fault warning message present in the message center with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1175:19, B1176:19, B11C0:19 and/or B11C1:19 present in
SSM 51788 Jul 14, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Some 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles built on or before 12-Oct-2022 may exhibit a door ajar or door fault warning message present in the message center with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1175:19, B1176:19, B11C0:19 and/or B11C1:19 present in
TSB 23-2208 Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. This may be caused by an electromagnetic interference concern. To co
TSB 23-2208 Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. This may be caused by an electromagnetic interference concern. To co
TSB 23-2208 Jul 13, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. This may be caused by an electromagnetic interference concern. To co
SSM 51783 Jul 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2021-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit a condition where the high voltage battery stops charging when connected to level 1 or level 2 chargers with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble code (D
SSM 51720 Jun 16, 2023
220000 SEATS
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may have a concern where the second row outboard manual/power seats do not fold, exhibit excess effort to fold, or do not slide forward/backward easily. Power or manual second row seats must be pushe
SSM 51720 Jun 16, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may have a concern where the second row outboard manual/power seats do not fold, exhibit excess effort to fold, or do not slide forward/backward easily. Power or manual second row seats must be pushe
SSM 51725 Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPassA?/LincolnWayA? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected if
SSM 51701 Jun 12, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2020-2023 Aviator/Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0L hybrid engine may exhibit illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and stop safely now warning. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0AA6:00 may be stored in the battery e
SSM 51701 Jun 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Aviator/Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0L hybrid engine may exhibit illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and stop safely now warning. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0AA6:00 may be stored in the battery e
SSM 51687 Jun 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations. For any missing labor operations, claim available new model labor operations or m-time. Refer to this article on the repair order. When replacing the CDF cylinder, the current TSB does not requi
SSM 51687 Jun 7, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations. For any missing labor operations, claim available new model labor operations or m-time. Refer to this article on the repair order. When replacing the CDF cylinder, the current TSB does not requi
SSM 51687 Jun 7, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations. For any missing labor operations, claim available new model labor operations or m-time. Refer to this article on the repair order. When replacing the CDF cylinder, the current TSB does not requi
TSB 22-2428 May 29, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2017-2023 F-150, 2018-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit and 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 10R60 transmission and built on or before 23-Dec-2022 or with a 18R80/10R80MHT
SSM 51665 May 26, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2021-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an upper engine thump/knock noise coming from the left cylinder head. This condition is most noticeable at idle and may lessen at higher engine speed o
TSB 23-2138 May 16, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2022 Aviator/Bronco/Expedition/Explorer/F-150/Mustang/Navigator/Ranger/Transit vehicles built on or before 31-Jul-2022 equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT automatic transmission may exhibit a fluid leak from the selector shaft seal.
SSM 51640 May 12, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Some 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped with air suspension may require service of a front air spring/strut. Complete front air spring/strut assemblies are now available and can be replaced instead of replacing individual components of the
SSM 51621 May 10, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Some 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped with air suspension may exhibit a drive malfunction and/or suspension fault message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1041 and U2100 stored in the SUMA. This
SSM 51622 May 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
2022-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or after 28-May-2022, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or after 08-Jun-2022 and 2022 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on or after 01-Jun-2022 are no longer equipped with a hands free
SSM 51536 Apr 4, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe
SSM 51539 Apr 4, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Some 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles built on or before 20-March-2023 may exhibit a passenger door window control switch to bezel rattle while audio volume is playing from speakers that could be mistakenly diagnosed as a speaker issue. This may
SSM 51531 Apr 3, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit, 2021-2023 F-150/Bronco, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2023 F-250/F-350 Super Duty vehicles may exhibit harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns. These may be addresse
SSM 51515 Mar 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator with start/stop push button ignition switch may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B108A:01 (general electrical
SSM 51513 Mar 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2021-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit a condition where the high voltage battery stops charging when connected to level 1 or level 2 chargers with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble code (D
SSM 51449 Mar 15, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPass??A?/LincolnWay??A? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected
SSM 51439 Mar 14, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator 4x4/AWD vehicles with hybrid powertrain may experience a harshness and/or vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console after initial driveaway between 25-50 MPH (40-80 Km/h) that less
22L06 Mar 10, 2023
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Certain 2022 Model Year Aviator Invoiced with Hands-Free Liftgate Incorrect Window Label Owner Letter
22L06 Mar 10, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Certain 2022 Model Year Aviator Invoiced with Hands-Free Liftgate Incorrect Window Label Owner Letter
SSM 51419 Mar 8, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. This may be identified as coming from the bellhousing and the front of the transmissi
TSB 22-2411 Mar 3, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator/Bronco vehicles built on or before 9-Aug-2022 and equipped with a 10R60 automatic transmission may exhibit a harsh 7-6 gear downshift. This may be caused by the A clutch piston return spring snap ring becoming dis
22L06 Feb 28, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain 2022 Model Year Aviator Invoiced with Hands-Free Liftgate Incorrect Window Label
22L06 Feb 28, 2023
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Certain 2022 Model Year Aviator Invoiced with Hands-Free Liftgate Incorrect Window Label
22L06 Feb 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain 2022 Model Year Aviator Invoiced with Hands-Free Liftgate Incorrect Window Label
22L06 Feb 28, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Certain 2022 Model Year Aviator Invoiced with Hands-Free Liftgate Incorrect Window Label
SSM 51392 Feb 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.0L,3.5L or 5.0L engine may require replacement of the long block engine assembly. New service kits have been released which include all the one-time-use components required in the service procedure for
SSM 51380 Feb 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit the A/C blowing warm air with DTCs P0645, P2CFC, and/or P2CFD present in the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module. This may be due to spread terminal/terminal pushout in
SSM 51338 Feb 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles may exhibit a concern where the center display screen will not shift to night mode or has lines on the center display screen with multi color or rainbow hue. This may be due to accessory protocol interface mo
SSM 51338 Feb 3, 2023
284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Some 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles may exhibit a concern where the center display screen will not shift to night mode or has lines on the center display screen with multi color or rainbow hue. This may be due to accessory protocol interface mo
TSB 23-2030 Jan 30, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
2020-2022 Aviator/Explorer/Police Interceptor, 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT transmission and built on or before 15-Nov-2022 may exhibit an 8th gear start after coming to a stop and/or a no movement in Reverse condition
SSM 51306 Jan 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2018-2023 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (
SSM 51305 Jan 18, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Some 2020-2022 Aviator vehicles may exhibit a concern where the center display screen will not shift to night mode or has lines on the center display screen with multi color or rainbow hue. This may be due to accessory protocol interface mo
SSM 51297 Jan 13, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a hybrid powertrain may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2D40. This may be due to the high voltage
SSM 51293 Jan 11, 2023
220000 SEATS
2022-2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with multi-contour front seats have driver seat control module G (SCMG) and passenger seat control module H (SCMH) seat modules available separately at a lower level service part from the seat bac
SSM 51265 Dec 20, 2022
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Some vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may exhibit power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound. This may be due to the mirrors being manually folded in, during transportation, going through a car wash,
SSM 51265 Dec 20, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may exhibit power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound. This may be due to the mirrors being manually folded in, during transportation, going through a car wash,
TSB 22-2433 Dec 16, 2022
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
This article supersedes TSB 22-2176 to increase the labor operation allowance and update the part list. Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on or before 3-Jan-2022, 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles built on or before 14-Feb-2022, 2020-2
SSM 51261 Dec 16, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. The brake rotors should o
SSM 51228 Dec 1, 2022
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematic control unit (TCU) may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, and/or modem electronic serial number (ESN) c
SSM 51215 Nov 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles may exhibit courtesy lamps not illuminating with a door open or always on. Also, ambient lighting may be inoperative or always on. If this concern occurs, check the cente
TSB 22-2418 Nov 16, 2022
220000 SEATS
Some 2022 Aviator vehicles built on 19-Apr-2022 and through 11-Jul-2022 may exhibit the seat lumbar settings not populating in the center display screen. The customer may also indicate that the headrest moves the opposite way of the front s

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LINCOLN AVIATOR - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the LINCOLN AVIATOR across all model years (2003, 2027).

127 Total Recalls
725 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
29 Reported Crashes
5 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

LINCOLN AVIATOR - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2027 2 0 View
2026 6 3 View
2025 15 24 View
2024 8 7 View
2023 16 37 View
2022 (current) 21 74
2021 28 62 View
2020 30 173 View
2005 0 62 View
2004 0 115 View
2003 1 168 View

Other LINCOLN Models

Model Recalls Complaints
NAVIGATOR 549 1,731 View
MKX 365 1,718 View
MKZ 351 1,974 View
CORSAIR 266 204 View
TOWN CAR 125 4,351 View
NAUTILUS 112 229 View
ZEPHYR 111 289 View
MKC 102 666 View