NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Lincoln Aviator Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2021 Lincoln Aviator has 28 NHTSA recall campaigns and 41 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 2021 Lincoln Aviator, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2021 Lincoln Aviator owner complaints
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Lincoln Aviator, describing incidents dated January 1, 2022 to October 27, 2026.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 12 complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 8 complaints
- Engine 6 complaints
- Unknown or Other 6 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 5 complaints
- Structure 5 complaints
Of the 41 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash and 1 a fire; across all 41 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11774161 · Filed
The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the panoramic sunroof gasket deteriorated with chunks of the gasket missing. The contact inspect the gasket and became aware that the part was damaged by the elements. The contact was…
ODI #11768999 · Filed
I have a Lincoln Aviator 2021 that has had at least 6 recalls. I love Lincoln’s but this is ridiculous. I have 3 open right now with no remedy available. The first notice came to me March 2026. I haul grandkids a lot, my vehicle needs the recalls fixed so my vehicle is safe. Can anything be done…
ODI #11764001 · Filed
The Driver Seat Module (DSM) is known to develop software glitches across the 2020–2024 Aviator/Corsair/Explorer platform, causing the seat to not move to the correct programmed memory position . Lincoln’s fix (per Special Service Message 51406, issued for Corsair but describing the same shared…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2021 Lincoln Aviator in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Engineering Analysis EA23-002: Loss of Motive Power
Closed October 31, 2024
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
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 through August 25, 2021 (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
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
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
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.
Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
NHTSA #25V455000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported July 7, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 850,318 vehicles
Repair completion: 18.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 25S75 · Owners notified July 27, 2026 · Vehicles built starting July 1, 2021 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Safety consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
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 · 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
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 · 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 through December 8, 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
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.
Engine Intake Valves May Break
NHTSA #24V635000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical · NHTSA notice
Reported August 23, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 90,736 vehicles
Repair completion: 66.19% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 24S55 · Owners notified July 3, 2025 · Vehicles built June 7, 2021 – October 31, 2021 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L 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.
Safety consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, 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 24S55.
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.
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.
Incorrect Components in Rear Suspension Module
NHTSA #21V870000 · Suspension — Rear · NHTSA notice
Reported November 10, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 20 vehicles
Repair completion: 90% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 21S47 · Owners notified December 3, 2021
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. Incorrect rear suspension module components may have been installed due to a labeling error.
Safety consequence
A rear suspension module with incorrect components may affect vehicle handling, ride height, and braking characteristics, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear suspension module, and replace any incorrect parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S47.
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.
Side Air Bag Weld Stud May Fail/FMVSS 214
NHTSA #21V652000 · Air Bags — Side/Window — Curtain · NHTSA notice
Reported August 23, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 592 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.8% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 21C19 · Owners notified September 10, 2021
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. 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".
Safety consequence
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C19.
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.
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.
Front Knuckles May Fracture
NHTSA #20V726000 · Steering · NHTSA notice
Reported November 20, 2020 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 690 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 20S69 · Owners notified December 16, 2020
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The steering knuckles may have been manufactured improperly.
Safety consequence
The improperly manufactured knuckle may fracture, reducing steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front knuckle, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S69.
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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