NHTSA vehicle safety data
2020 Lincoln Aviator Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator has 30 NHTSA recall campaigns and 110 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Lincoln dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 Lincoln Aviator, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2020 Lincoln Aviator owner complaints
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Lincoln Aviator, describing incidents dated October 25, 2019 to September 12, 2026.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 39 complaints
- Unknown or Other 24 complaints
- Power Train 23 complaints
- Back Over Prevention 16 complaints
- Service Brakes 10 complaints
- Engine 8 complaints
Of the 110 complaints on file, 2 report a crash and 1 a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11771059 · Filed
2020 Lincoln Black Label Aviator with 70,000 miles. Around April 13, 2026, while driving, we received an error message indicating a steering wheel issue. We took it to the shop immediately to have the code checked. At that time, we were told the steering wheel had failed, and the car was inoperable…
ODI #11768783 · Filed
Transmission died at 92000 miles. The car shifted to park while my wife was driving it. Shortly after the transmission started jerking in gears 1,2 and 7. Took it to the dealership and had to have the whole transmission replaced at about $7200. A transmission should last more than 92000 miles and…
ODI #11762115 · Filed
Transmission started shifting hard when going from 1-2, up and down shifting. Sometimes there is a grinding sound and then a very hard shift into 2nd gear. 1 time it would not shift at all after coming to a stop. Diagnosed by Ford as bad A clutch and needing to be replaced.
Second-Row Seat May Move Unexpectedly
NHTSA #26V451000 · Seats — Mid/Rear Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported July 14, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 387,911 vehicles
Repair completion: 2.89% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 26S52 · Owners notified August 21, 2026 · Vehicles built starting October 19, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Vehicle Rollaway Risk
NHTSA #26V402000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission · NHTSA notice
Reported June 24, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 741,195 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 26S48 · Vehicles built starting October 25, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Improperly Secured Seat Belt Anchors
NHTSA #26V159000 · Seat Belts · NHTSA notice
Reported March 17, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 561 vehicles
Repair completion: 46.17% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 26C18 · Owners notified March 30, 2026 · Vehicles built starting May 9, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Incorrectly Displayed Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111
NHTSA #26V123000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported March 3, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 889,950 vehicles
Repair completion: 34.52% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 26C11 · Owners notified June 23, 2026 · Vehicles built starting October 20, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Windshield Wipers May Fail
NHTSA #26V117000 · Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Motor · NHTSA notice
Reported March 3, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 604,533 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 26S14 · Vehicles built starting July 6, 2020 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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 November 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.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #25V442000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported June 27, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 200,237 vehicles
Repair completion: 58.75% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 25S72 · Owners notified September 4, 2025 · Vehicles built starting April 25, 2019 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Rear Door Window Bars and C-Pillar Trim May Detach
NHTSA #25V407000 · Structure — Body · NHTSA notice
Reported June 13, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 132,914 vehicles
Repair completion: 71.59% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 25S66 · Owners notified September 29, 2025 · Vehicles built starting October 19, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Detached trim may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Second-Row Seat May Move Unexpectedly
NHTSA #25V393000 · Seats — Mid/Rear Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported June 13, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 304,662 vehicles
Repair completion: 64.64% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 25S67 · Owners notified August 7, 2025 · Vehicles built starting October 19, 2018 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit
NHTSA #25V349000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery · NHTSA notice
Reported May 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 8 vehicles
Repair completion: 87.5% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 25S58 · Owners notified June 26, 2025 · Vehicles built starting March 4, 2020 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208
NHTSA #25V338000 · Seat Belts — Front — Warning Light/Devices · NHTSA notice
Reported May 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 4,442 vehicles
Repair completion: 67.67% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 25C18 · Owners notified July 3, 2025 · Vehicles built starting November 13, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #25V159000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported March 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 49,399 vehicles
Repair completion: 76.04% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 25S27 · Owners notified April 25, 2025 · Vehicles built January 21, 2019 – July 25, 2023 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Improperly Secured Seat Belt Buckle Anchor Bolts
NHTSA #25V093000 · Seat Belts · NHTSA notice
Reported February 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 240,510 vehicles
Repair completion: 58.81% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 25S09 · Owners notified June 5, 2025 · Vehicles built October 19, 2018 – July 11, 2020 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A loose seat belt or seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Missing Dashboard Air Bag Warning Label/FMVSS 208
NHTSA #24V852000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported November 8, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 27,678 vehicles
Repair completion: 65.72% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 24C39 · Owners notified December 19, 2024 · Vehicles built May 2, 2019 – June 13, 2024 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display Properly
NHTSA #24V368000 · Back Over Prevention — Display Function · NHTSA notice
Reported May 24, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 109,283 vehicles
Repair completion: 89.36% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 24S35 · Owners notified October 23, 2024 · Vehicles built October 19, 2018 – April 25, 2024 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A flickering or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit
NHTSA #23V626000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery · NHTSA notice
Reported September 8, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 2,954 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.54% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23S53 · Owners notified April 8, 2024
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #23V598000 · Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera · NHTSA notice
Reported August 25, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 177,402 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.63% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23S48 · Owners notified November 20, 2023
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #23V342000 · Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera · NHTSA notice
Reported May 12, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 442,973 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.36% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23S23 · Owners notified November 10, 2023
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #23V022000 · Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera · NHTSA notice
Reported January 23, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 382,759 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23S02 · Owners notified February 13, 2023
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208
NHTSA #22V953000 · Seat Belts — Front — Warning Light/Devices · NHTSA notice
Reported December 23, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 101,001 vehicles
Repair completion: 93.12% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 22C35 · Owners notified February 7, 2023
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #21V735000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported September 22, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 228,297 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 21S44 · Owners notified November 16, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Unsecured Wire Harness
NHTSA #21V534000 · Visibility — Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System — Compressor · NHTSA notice
Reported July 15, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 33,298 vehicles
Repair completion: 98.6% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 21S34 · Owners notified July 30, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Loss of Backup Camera Image/FMVSS 111
NHTSA #21V223000 · Back Over Prevention — Display Function · NHTSA notice
Reported March 30, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 34,952 vehicles
Repair completion: 99.26% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 21C09 · Owners notified May 21, 2021
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear Lower Control Arm Bolts May Break
NHTSA #21V154000 · Suspension — Rear · NHTSA notice
Reported March 10, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 49 vehicles
Repair completion: 93.88% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 21S11 · Owners notified April 2, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Contaminated Washer Fluid/FMVSS 104
NHTSA #21V014000 · Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer · NHTSA notice
Reported January 15, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 283 vehicles
Repair completion: 87.99% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 21C01 · Owners notified March 2, 2021
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
A washer system contaminated with brake fluid can reduce the driver's ability to clear windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Motor Mount Fasteners May Loosen Over Time
NHTSA #20V788000 · Engine · NHTSA notice
Reported December 17, 2020 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 1,405 vehicles
Repair completion: 92.03% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 20S72 · Owners notified February 3, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Drive Shaft May Fracture on Weld Seam
NHTSA #20V693000 · Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft · NHTSA notice
Reported November 10, 2020 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 10,905 vehicles
Repair completion: 97.53% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 20S65 · Owners notified December 11, 2020
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Side Air Bag may be Loose in Seat Back
NHTSA #20V497000 · Air Bags — Critical Fasteners · NHTSA notice
Reported August 21, 2020 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 488 vehicles
Repair completion: 95.49% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 20S48 · Owners notified September 10, 2020
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel Lines May Chafe Together Causing Fuel Leak
NHTSA #19V859000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings · NHTSA notice
Reported December 4, 2019 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 3,857 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.11% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 19S49 · Owners notified March 23, 2020 · Vehicles built January 15, 2019 – July 17, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Reduced Seat Back Strength/FMVSS 202 & 207
NHTSA #19V633000 · Seats — Front Assembly — Recliner · NHTSA notice
Reported August 28, 2019 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 639,137 vehicles
Repair completion: 77.79% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 19C07 · Owners notified October 21, 2019 · Vehicles built April 12, 2019 – July 16, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles Still in Factory Mode/FMVSS 114/102
NHTSA #19V575000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Gear Position Indication (PRNDL) · NHTSA notice
Reported August 5, 2019 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 13,896 vehicles
Repair completion: 98.55% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 19C06 · Owners notified August 23, 2019 · Vehicles built April 10, 2019 – July 24, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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