2020 Lincoln Aviator: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 30 recall campaigns for the 2020 Lincoln Aviator. The newest campaign is 26V451000. NHTSA received the report on 14 Jul 2026. The NHTSA record gives the component Seats / Mid/Rear Assembly. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 26V451000, in the NHTSA record

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 will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Lincoln Aviator owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2026. 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.

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Recall campaigns

30 campaigns, newest first. 5,766,939 units in total.

26V45100014 Jul 2026Seats / Mid/Rear Assembly
26V40200024 Jun 2026Power Train / Automatic Transmission
26V15900017 Mar 2026Seat Belts
26V1230003 Mar 2026Back Over Prevention / Software
26V1170003 Mar 2026Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Motor
25V44200027 Jun 2025Back Over Prevention / Software
25V39300013 Jun 2025Seats / Mid/Rear Assembly
25V40700013 Jun 2025Structure / Body
25V33800023 May 2025Seat Belts / Front / Warning Light/Devices
25V34900023 May 2025Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery
25V15900014 Mar 2025Back Over Prevention / Software
25V09300014 Feb 2025Seat Belts
24V8520008 Nov 2024Equipment / Other / Labels
24V36800024 May 2024Back Over Prevention / Display Function
23V6260008 Sep 2023Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery
23V59800025 Aug 2023Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
23V34200012 May 2023Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
23V02200023 Jan 2023Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
22V95300023 Dec 2022Seat Belts / Front / Warning Light/Devices
21V73500022 Sep 2021Back Over Prevention / Software
21V53400015 Jul 2021Visibility / Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System / Compressor
21V22300030 Mar 2021Back Over Prevention / Display Function
21V15400010 Mar 2021Suspension / Rear
21V01400015 Jan 2021Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer
20V78800017 Dec 2020Engine
20V69300010 Nov 2020Power Train / Driveline / Driveshaft
20V49700021 Aug 2020Air Bags / Critical Fasteners
19V8590004 Dec 2019Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
19V63300028 Aug 2019Seats / Mid/Rear Assembly
19V5750005 Aug 2019Parking Brake

26V451000Received 14 Jul 2026. 387,911 units.
Seats / Mid/Rear Assembly
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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 will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Lincoln Aviator owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2026. 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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S52. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Aug 2026.
26V402000Received 24 Jun 2026. 741,195 units.
Power Train / Automatic Transmission
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 10, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in April 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S48. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S48.
26V159000Received 17 Mar 2026. 561 units.
Seat Belts
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26C18. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Mar 2026.
26V123000Received 3 Mar 2026. 889,950 units.
Back Over Prevention / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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 this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26C11. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Jun 2026.
26V117000Received 3 Mar 2026. 604,533 units.
Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Motor
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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 service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S14.
25V442000Received 27 Jun 2025. 200,237 units.
Back Over Prevention / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S72. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Sep 2025.
25V393000Received 13 Jun 2025. 304,662 units.
Seats / Mid/Rear Assembly
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S67. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Aug 2025.
25V407000Received 13 Jun 2025. 132,914 units.
Structure / Body
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Detached trim may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S66. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Sep 2025.
25V338000Received 23 May 2025. 4,442 units.
Seat Belts / Front / Warning Light/Devices
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 activate the audible warning chime for an insufficient amount of time of less than 4 seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25C18. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Jul 2025.
25V349000Received 23 May 2025. 8 units.
Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V626. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the Battery Energy Control Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S58.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S58. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Jun 2025.
25V159000Received 14 Mar 2025. 49,399 units.
Back Over Prevention / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S27. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Apr 2025.
25V093000Received 14 Feb 2025. 240,510 units.
Seat Belts
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. The seat belt buckle anchor bolts at one or more seating positions may be improperly secured. Additionally, vehicles may have an improperly secured seat belt retractor anchor bolt and/or seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position, if equipped.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loose seat belt or seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect seat belt buckle anchor bolts in all seating positions. Additionally, dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor anchor bolt and seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position, if equipped. If loose anchor bolts are found, the affected seat components will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S09.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S09. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Jun 2025.
24V852000Received 8 Nov 2024. 27,678 units.
Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 24C39. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Dec 2024.
24V368000Received 24 May 2024. 109,283 units.
Back Over Prevention / Display Function
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
A flickering or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S35.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 24S35. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Oct 2024.
23V626000Received 8 Sep 2023. 2,954 units.
Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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 this recall is 23S53.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 23S53. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Apr 2024.
23V598000Received 25 Aug 2023. 177,402 units.
Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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 2024. Ford's number for this recall is 23S48.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 23S48. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Nov 2023.
23V342000Received 12 May 2023. 442,973 units.
Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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 previously repaired under 23V-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 23S23. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Nov 2023.
23V022000Received 23 Jan 2023. 382,759 units.
Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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. Ford's number for this recall is 23S02. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 21V-735. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V-735 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 23S02. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Feb 2023.
22V953000Received 23 Dec 2022. 101,001 units.
Seat Belts / Front / Warning Light/Devices
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 insufficient amount of time of less than 4 seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 22C35. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Feb 2023.
21V735000Received 22 Sep 2021. 228,297 units.
Back Over Prevention / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the Image Processing Module (IPMB) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S44.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21S44. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Nov 2021.
21V534000Received 15 Jul 2021. 33,298 units.
Visibility / Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System / Compressor
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0L gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (A/C) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the A/C compressor drive belt.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the harness and A/C compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S34.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21S34. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Jul 2021.
21V223000Received 30 Mar 2021. 34,952 units.
Back Over Prevention / Display Function
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C09.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21C09. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 May 2021.
21V154000Received 10 Mar 2021. 49 units.
Suspension / Rear
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both RLCA bolts, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S11.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21S11. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Apr 2021.
21V014000Received 15 Jan 2021. 283 units.
Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The affected vehicles contain windshield washer fluid that was contaminated with brake fluid. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A washer system contaminated with brake fluid can reduce the driver's ability to clear windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush out the washer system, replacing the washer bottle neck, washer pump assembly, fluid level sensor and the front and rear wiper blades. Dealers will also inspect and repair the vehicle's paint and exterior components if affected, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C01.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21C01. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Mar 2021.
20V788000Received 17 Dec 2020. 1,405 units.
Engine
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
With a loose motor mount, motor vibration may cause the axle to disconnect from the engine and could result in loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S72.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 20S72. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Feb 2021.
20V693000Received 10 Nov 2020. 10,905 units.
Power Train / Driveline / Driveshaft
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 3.3L engine and a 10 Speed Automatic Transmission with the All Wheel Drive package. The drive shaft may fracture along the weld seam.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Defective drive shafts may fail and cause a loss of connection between the transfer case and rear axle, possibly resulting in a vehicle rollaway when in Park or a loss of drive. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash. The drive shafts can also deform and separate from the driveline and potentially contact the fuel tank, increasing the risk of fuel leaks and/or fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shaft label inspected and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S65.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 20S65. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Dec 2020.
20V497000Received 21 Aug 2020. 488 units.
Air Bags / Critical Fasteners
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the side air bag or seat back fasteners were not properly tightened, the side air bag deployment could be affected, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (VIN-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S48.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 20S48. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Sep 2020.
19V859000Received 4 Dec 2019. 3,857 units.
Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. Over time, the protective sleeve on the vapor fuel line may chafe through the plastic liquid fuel line and cause a fuel leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line, as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners and interim notification on January 29, 2020. Recall began March 23, 2020. A second notice will be sent once parts are available, expected to be late in the first quarter of 2020. A renotification letter was sent on July 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S49.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 19S49. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Mar 2020.
19V633000Received 28 Aug 2019. 639,137 units.
Seats / Mid/Rear Assembly
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 19C07. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Oct 2019.
19V575000Received 5 Aug 2019. 13,896 units.
Parking Brake
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The Manual Park Release (MPR) cover may not be installed. In addition, the vehicles may be in Factory Mode, which disables warning alerts and does not display the transmission gear selected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 114, "Theft Prevention" and 102, "Trans Shift Lever Seq/Starter Interlock/Trans Braking Effect."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Without the cover, the MPR lever may be unintentionally moved, allowing the vehicle to roll away. Being in Factory Mode, the vehicle will not display warnings and/or gear selection on the instrument cluster. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install a MPR cover. Dealers will verify the instrument cluster is not in Factory Mode and clear any fault codes, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C06.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 19C06. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Aug 2019.

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Recall Register. 2020 Lincoln Aviator: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/lincoln/aviator/2020/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 30 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Ford Motor Company

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2020 Lincoln Aviator?: 5,766,939 units in 30 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Lincoln Aviator have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 51 recall campaigns for the Lincoln Aviator, model years 2003 to 2027. 30 of them name the 2020 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2020 Lincoln Aviator open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.