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Lincoln Aviator

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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 6 times by NHTSA. View Recalls

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
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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.

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Recalls
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SEATS
Jul 21, 2026
Unexpected movement of the driver¿¿¿s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
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Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.
What should you do:
The remedy is currently under development. The owner notification schedule has not been provided. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S53.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V470000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 79579
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SEATS
Jul 14, 2026
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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Summary:
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.
What should you do:
Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S52. This recall expands Recall 25V393. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V451000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 387911
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VISIBILITY
Mar 31, 2026
An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.
What should you do:
Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S22. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 3, 2026.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V202000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 55
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SEAT BELTS
Mar 17, 2026
A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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 Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V159000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 561
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VISIBILITY
Oct 24, 2025
Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
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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
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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.
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Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 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: 1412
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