Lincoln Aviator
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Predicted Reliability
We expect the 2026 Aviator will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on limited data from 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, plus the Lincoln brand scores.
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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The 2026 Lincoln Aviator has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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Lincoln vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
NA
NA
NA
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
Powertrain
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Engine Major
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Engine Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Engine Cooling
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Engine Electrical
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Transmission Major
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Transmission Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Drive System
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Exhaust
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Brakes
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Climate System
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Build Quality
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Body Hardware
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Paint/Trim
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Noises/Leaks
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
NA
2025
NA
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability
information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for
about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential
trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes,
to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
VISIBILITY
Oct 24, 2025
Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."
What should you do:
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 6, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 27, 2025.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V730000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
56841
TRAILER HITCHES
Oct 10, 2025
While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.
What should you do:
Dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V687000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
1364
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