2022 Lincoln Aviator Head Restraint Recall (22V247)
Ford Motor Company · 933 vehicles · Reported April 14, 2022
Ford Motor Company is recalling 933 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. A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V247 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V247000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 22S23 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 14, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2022 Lincoln Aviator |
| Units affected | 933 |
| Component | Seats > Front Assembly > Head Restraint |
| Safety risk | A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022 Lincoln Aviator in recall 22V247?
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.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2022 Aviator with recall 22V247?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during 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 head restraint.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V247?
Recall 22V247 covers 933 vehicles: 2022 Lincoln Aviator.
NHTSA lists 933 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 |
What is the fix for the Aviator head restraint recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the front-row passenger and driver head restraints, free of charge.
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 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S23.
When was recall 22V247 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 22V247 to NHTSA on April 14, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as July 29, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 14, 2022 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V247000. |
| May 11, 2022 | Interim owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
| July 29, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 54 months ago. If your Aviator was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Aviator is part of recall 22V247?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V247 is open on your Aviator, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 22V247000 is open on your Aviator, it will be listed there, along with Lincoln recall number 22S23. You can also ask any Lincoln dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Aviator owners do about recall 22V247?
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 22V247000 applies to your Aviator.
- 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.
- Keep a simple log of any head restraint symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Aviator owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 6 of them about the body, doors and seats.
Since recall 22V247 was reported on April 14, 2022, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 1 of them (20%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the body, doors and seats and were received on or after April 14, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related body, doors and seats issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 45 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 6 of them involve the body, doors and seats. 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: 45 complaints in total, 6 about the body, doors and seats
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined.
2022 Lincoln Aviator owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11678160, filed August 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the trim pieces on the liftgate partially detached. A dealer was contacted.
2022 Lincoln Aviator owner, IN, NHTSA complaint 11693917, filed October 16, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that there was an unusual sound of water running from the roof of the vehicle. The contact stated that the sound was similar gushing water.
2022 Lincoln Aviator owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11545266, filed September 18, 2023
Can recall 22V247 make my Aviator 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.
Recall 22V247000 does not automatically make your Aviator a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Body and latch defects on the 2022 Lincoln Aviator may seem minor until a door opens while driving or a seat will not lock. Problems that return after repair belong in your records.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2022 Lincoln Aviator has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Aviator went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to 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.
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.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V247
Did the recall 22V247 fix work?
Since recall 22V247 was reported on April 14, 2022, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 1 of them (20%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed July 29, 2022.
Is the 22V247000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Aviator is part of recall 22V247000?
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.
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.
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 22V247000 (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.