Lincoln Aviator Recalls (2021-2027)

What recalls does the Lincoln Aviator have?

• 2025-2027 Ford Explorer Seat Power Seat Recall (26V470)
  July 21, 2026 · 76,748 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.

  Risk: Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available.

• 2021-2027 Lincoln Aviator Rear Seat Recall (26V451) Repeat recall
  July 14, 2026 · 387,911 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.

  Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Lincoln Navigator Transmission Recall (26V402) Repeat recall
  June 24, 2026 · 741,195 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.

  Risk: Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Lincoln Aviator Fan and Motor Recall (26V202)
  March 31, 2026 · 55 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.

  Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator Electrical Adas Recall (26V165)
  March 18, 2026 · 254,640 vehicles · Electrical System

  The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.

  Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021-2026 Ford Explorer Seat Belt Recall (26V159) Repeat recall
  March 17, 2026 · 561 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.

  Risk: A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Escape Backup Camera Software Recall (26V123) Repeat recall
  March 3, 2026 · 889,950 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  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."

  Risk: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Explorer Wiper Motor Recall (26V117)
  March 3, 2026 · 604,533 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.

  Risk: Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair Windshield Recall (25V730)
  October 24, 2025 · 56,841 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  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."

  Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2026 Ford Explorer Trailer Hitch Recall (25V687)
  October 10, 2025 · 1,412 vehicles · Other Equipment

  The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford Explorer Taillight Recall (25V543)
  August 22, 2025 · 213,121 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When towing a trailer, the tail lights on the trailer may fail to illuminate due to an improperly manufactured body control module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Trailer tail lights that do not illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the body control module C on vehicles with less than 9,000 miles.

• 2025 Lincoln Aviator Visibility Power Window Recall (25V484)
  July 25, 2025 · 23,111 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the side rear windows may exert excessive force when encountering an object, before they automatically reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

  Risk: A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Bronco Fuel Pump Recall (25V455)
  July 7, 2025 · 850,318 vehicles · Fuel System

  The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

  Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Transit Backup Camera Software Recall (25V442) Repeat recall
  June 27, 2025 · 200,237 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  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.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge.

• 2021-2025 Lincoln Aviator Body Panel Recall (25V407)
  June 13, 2025 · 132,914 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The rear door window bars and C-pillar trim may have insufficient adhesive bonding, which can allow the trim to detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: Detached trim may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will repair or replace C-pillar appliques and window division bars, free of charge.

• 2021-2025 Lincoln Aviator Rear Seat Recall (25V393)
  June 13, 2025 · 304,662 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  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.

  Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Lincoln Aviator Warning Light and Devices Recall (25V338) Repeat recall
  May 23, 2025 · 4,442 vehicles · Seat Belts

  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."

  Risk: An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge.

• 2021 Lincoln Aviator High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V349) Repeat recall
  May 23, 2025 · 8 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  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.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Battery Energy Control Module software, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford Explorer Frame Recall (25V316) Repeat recall
  May 9, 2025 · 206 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  A mounting bolt for the front subframe may have been tightened improperly.

  Risk: A loose subframe bolt may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the subframe bolts as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Explorer Backup Camera Software Recall (25V159) Repeat recall
  March 14, 2025 · 49,399 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

  Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Image Processing Module software, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 Ford F-150 Transmission Valve Body Recall (25V164)
  March 14, 2025 · 269 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.

  Risk: Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford Explorer Seat Belt Recall (25V093)
  February 14, 2025 · 240,510 vehicles · Seat Belts

  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.

  Risk: A loose seat belt or seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect seat belt buckle anchor bolts in all seating positions.

• 2025 Ford Explorer Frame Recall (25V020)
  January 17, 2025 · 259 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The transmission may be improperly secured due to loose cross member bolts.

  Risk: An improperly secured transmission can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission cross member bolts as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2025 Ford Explorer Label Recall (24V852)
  November 8, 2024 · 27,678 vehicles · Other Equipment

  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."

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford Explorer Backup Camera Software Recall (24V801) Repeat recall
  October 25, 2024 · 391 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The rearview camera image may fail when the vehicle speed reaches 10 MPH or greater. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: The loss of the rearview camera image while in reverse can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Engine Recall (24V635)
  August 23, 2024 · 90,736 vehicles · Engine

  7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

  Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2024 Lincoln Aviator Backup Camera Display Recall (24V368) Repeat recall
  May 24, 2024 · 109,283 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  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.

  Risk: A flickering or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Owners are advised not to use their cell phones while reversing until the remedy is completed.

• 2021-2022 Lincoln Aviator High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V626)
  September 8, 2023 · 2,954 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  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.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will perform a Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Lincoln Aviator Backup Camera Recall (23V598) Repeat recall
  August 25, 2023 · 177,402 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

  Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, and update the software and wiring as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Explorer Backup Camera Recall (23V342) Repeat recall
  May 12, 2023 · 442,973 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

  Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Transmission Recall (23V070)
  February 10, 2023 · 1,138 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."

  Risk: The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Explorer Backup Camera Recall (23V022) Repeat recall
  January 23, 2023 · 382,759 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

  Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the image processing module (IPMB) software, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Lincoln Aviator Warning Light and Devices Recall (22V953)
  December 23, 2022 · 101,001 vehicles · Seat Belts

  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."

  Risk: An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge.

• 2022 Lincoln Aviator Engine Recall (22V454) Repeat recall
  June 24, 2022 · 776 vehicles · Engine

  The engine rails may have been improperly heat-treated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

  Risk: Improperly heat-treated engine rails may reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. In addition, an engine rail may detach and contact the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will perform an engine rail strength test and replace the rails as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022 Lincoln Aviator Head Restraint Recall (22V247)
  April 14, 2022 · 933 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  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.

  Risk: A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front-row passenger and driver head restraints, free of charge.

• 2022 Ford Explorer Filler Pipe and Cap Recall (22V088)
  February 16, 2022 · 18,366 vehicles · Fuel System

  The fuel filler tube may detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

  Risk: A detached fuel filler tube can result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will install a fuel vapor line redundant locking clip, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford Explorer Rear Suspension Recall (21V870)
  November 10, 2021 · 20 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  Incorrect rear suspension module components may have been installed due to a labeling error.

  Risk: A rear suspension module with incorrect components may affect vehicle handling, ride height, and braking characteristics, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear suspension module, and replace any incorrect parts, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford Explorer Backup Camera Software Recall (21V735)
  September 22, 2021 · 228,297 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

  Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Image Processing Module (IPMB) software, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford Explorer Curtain Air Bag Recall (21V652)
  August 23, 2021 · 592 vehicles · Air Bags

  The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 214, "Side Impact Protection".

  Risk: Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge.

• 2021 Lincoln Aviator Visibility Compressor Recall (21V534)
  July 15, 2021 · 33,298 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  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.

  Risk: Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: 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.

• 2021 Lincoln Aviator Backup Camera Display Recall (21V223)
  March 30, 2021 · 34,952 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  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."

  Risk: A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford Explorer Engine Recall (20V788)
  December 17, 2020 · 1,405 vehicles · Engine

  The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge.

• 2021 Lincoln Aviator Steering Recall (20V726)
  November 20, 2020 · 690 vehicles · Steering

  The steering knuckles may have been manufactured improperly.

  Risk: The improperly manufactured knuckle may fracture, reducing steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front knuckle, and replace it if necessary, free of charge.

Which Aviator parts are recalled most?

Which Aviator model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my Aviator for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 43 Lincoln Aviator campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Lincoln dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are Aviator owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

My 2021 Lincoln Aviator PHEV lift gate safety stop does not function properly. It will come closing down extremely hard. This will happen when the button is pressed on the lift gate or the hands free feature is triggered.

2021 LINCOLN Aviator owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11683995

My vehicle is a hybrid and repeatedly gets high voltage battery warnings when the electric battery shows zero miles when idling. Four times it has shown pull over safely messages and high voltage battery warnings and then it is only in auxiliary mode.

2021 LINCOLN Aviator owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11746352

Lincoln Aviators 2020-2024 using the Sync 3 Radio screen. Have a issue not switching to dimmed/night mode during night time driving. This is a major safety issue because when driving a night you have a super bright display inches from your eyes creating a blinding issue at night.

2022 LINCOLN Aviator owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11676669

Can a recall make your Aviator a lemon in California?

Owners of a Lincoln Aviator often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

15 of the 43 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 8 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails 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.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

More Lincoln Aviator lemon law pages

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Other Lincoln models with recalls

• Aviator: 43 recalls
• Aviator PHEV: 1 recall
• Corsair: 33 recalls
• Corsair PHEV: 2 recalls
• Nautilus: 13 recalls
• Nautilus Hybrid: 2 recalls
• Navigator: 28 recalls

Frequently asked questions about Lincoln Aviator recalls