2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV Hybrid System Recall (22V187)
Ford Motor Company · 585 vehicles · Reported March 25, 2022
Ford Motor Company is recalling 585 2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV vehicles. 0L plug-in hybrid powertrain. The inlet charge port harness bus bar may become unseated, leading to a loss of drive power. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V187 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V187000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 22S19 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 25, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV |
| Units affected | 585 |
| Component | Hybrid Propulsion System |
| Safety risk | A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV in recall 22V187?
0L plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with the 3.0L plug-in hybrid powertrain. The inlet charge port harness bus bar may become unseated, leading to a loss of drive power.
Is it safe to drive a 2022 Aviator PHEV with recall 22V187?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the hybrid propulsion system.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V187?
Recall 22V187 covers 585 vehicles: 2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV.
NHTSA lists 585 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Lincoln | Aviator PHEV |
What is the fix for the Aviator PHEV hybrid system recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect the inlet charge port harness date code label, and replace the harness, if necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect the inlet charge port harness date code label, and replace the harness, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S19.
When was recall 22V187 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 22V187 to NHTSA on March 25, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 25, 2022 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V187000. |
| May 2, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 55 months ago. If your Aviator PHEV was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Aviator PHEV is part of recall 22V187?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V187 is open on your Aviator PHEV, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2022 Aviator PHEV vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Aviator PHEV owners do about recall 22V187?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V187000 applies to your Aviator PHEV.
- Call a Lincoln dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the hybrid propulsion system happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Aviator PHEV owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 5 of them about the ev and hybrid battery.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the ev and hybrid battery have been filed since recall 22V187 was reported (3) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 15 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 5 of them involve the ev and hybrid battery. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV: 15 complaints in total, 5 about the ev and hybrid battery
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
I had damage to my electrical system caused by rodents chewing wires. Upon researching this issue I have found that Ford Motor Company has used soy-based wire coatings which has led to this being a consistent problem with this vehicle.
2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11637250, filed January 21, 2025
A warning appears on the dash "stop safely now" and the vehicle rapidly comes to a complete stop and is unable to be moved. This has occurred on three occasions, during 2 of which the car stalled in an active driving lane on a highway, resulting in life threatening situation.
2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11457308, filed March 18, 2022
Brakes failed, car crashed, imminent crash warning system did not come on and air bags did not deploy in direct frontal crash.
2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11485965, filed September 23, 2022
Can recall 22V187 make my Aviator PHEV a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this hybrid propulsion system recall means their Aviator PHEV qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
High-voltage battery and drive system defects in EVs and hybrids can mean reduced range, charging faults, loss of drive power or a fire risk. These repairs often need parts on backorder, so days out of service add up quickly.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
Recall repairs depend on parts. Owners can wait days, weeks or months, usually about one to three months in our cases, and those days count toward California's 30-day out-of-service rule.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Has your Aviator PHEV been back to the dealer for this problem?
Call 877-536-6620Frequently asked questions about recall 22V187
Is the 22V187000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Aviator PHEV is part of recall 22V187000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Can a battery recall reduce my EV's range?
Some battery recalls limit the state of charge or range until a module or pack is replaced. Check your owner letter for any interim limits, and keep notes if range or charging changes after the repair.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V187000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Lincoln. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.