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2024 Lincoln Aviator Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2024 Lincoln Aviator has 8 NHTSA recall campaigns and 7 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 2024 Lincoln Aviator, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2024 Lincoln Aviator owner complaints

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Lincoln Aviator, describing incidents dated April 10, 2024 to September 23, 2026.

Most-cited components

Unknown or Other 4 complaints
Electrical System 2 complaints
Engine 1 complaint
Structure 1 complaint

Newest complaints

ODI #11766454 · Filed September 23, 2026
The infotainment screen goes black on multiple occasions.
ODI #11755880 · Filed August 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was…
ODI #11700095 · Filed November 18, 2025
In addition to the recall for the C-pillar appliques and window division bars (NHTSA ID Number: 25V407000), the chrome trim piece directly below the window also suffers from insufficient adhesive bonding. See the photo below. It came lose while driving at high speeds.

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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.

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 · Vehicles built through April 25, 2024 (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.

Trailer Hitch Assembly May Detach

NHTSA #25V687000 · Trailer Hitches · NHTSA notice

Reported October 10, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 1,412 vehicles

Repair completion: 65.79% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 25SA3 · Owners notified October 29, 2025

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

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.

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.

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.

2024 Lincoln Aviator SUV RWD

out of 5

Overall Safety Rating

Frontal Crash

Driver: 5, Passenger: 5

Side Crash

Driver: 5, Passenger: 5

Side Pole

Rollover

15% rollover risk

Safety Technology

Electronic Stability Control Lane Departure Warning

2024 Lincoln Aviator SUV 4WD

out of 5

Overall Safety Rating

Frontal Crash

Driver: 5, Passenger: 5

Side Crash

Driver: 5, Passenger: 5

Side Pole

Rollover

15% rollover risk

Safety Technology

Electronic Stability Control Lane Departure Warning

7 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Lincoln Aviator.

Unknown or Other

ODI #11766454

Incident: September 23, 2026 · Filed: September 23, 2026

The infotainment screen goes black on multiple occasions.

Engine and Engine Cooling

ODI #11755880

Incident: July 17, 2026 · Filed: August 10, 2026

The contact owns a 2024 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a detached adaptive valve. The contact was informed that the adaptive valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was advised to contact the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the adaptive valve had detached. The contact was informed that the exhaust system needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the adaptive valve was not replaceable as a separate part. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was a known failure with similar vehicles. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

Structure

ODI #11700095

Incident: July 15, 2025 · Filed: November 18, 2025

In addition to the recall for the C-pillar appliques and window division bars (NHTSA ID Number: 25V407000), the chrome trim piece directly below the window also suffers from insufficient adhesive bonding. See the photo below. It came lose while driving at high speeds.

Unknown or Other

ODI #11663950

Incident: May 27, 2025 · Filed: May 30, 2025

Problem: 2024 Lincoln Aviator has electronic door release switches on all four doors (both front and rear). If an emergency occurs and: •The driver’s door is blocked or jammed •Electrical systems fail (e.g., due to a crash, battery failure, fire, or water submersion) Then all four doors can simultaneously become inoperable, trapping all passengers besides the driver inside, as there is NO mechanical backup to manually release the front passenger door or both rear doors. This puts all the 2nd and 3rd row occupants and the front seat passenger in grave danger is access to the driver door is blocked or limited for any reason. ONLY THE DRIVER’s door has an emergency manual release latch. There is NO MANUAL RELEASE ON PASSENGER SIDE or for rear doors in this 3 row SUV. ⸻ ️ Why This Is Dangerous: •Passengers, especially in the rear seats, may be unable to exit the vehicle. •First responders may not be able to open the doors quickly. •This could lead to injury or death in fire, submersion, or crash scenarios.

Electrical System

ODI #11617802

Incident: June 12, 2024 · Filed: October 3, 2024

The headlight control switch emits high pitch noise.When you toggle the switch To go between the different Segments of the headlight switch. I've brought it to the dealer and the tech was able to determine where the noise Was coming from. I had advised them.I had disconnected the battery prior and made the noise go away.So that's what they did and now they say it's a non issue cause the noise went away. I have a video demonstrating the issue with the switch.I'm afraid of an issue of fire. It's been. To the dealership twice now, for this issue and it still has not been resolved.I've spoke to corporate Lincoln in regards to the issue.And it's supposed to be escalated.But i'm getting ghosted by everyone at this time. This issue started in the first week of my ownership.It was worse than that point in time.It was so bad.I was unable to drive the car because it was giving me such severe migraine headaches because of the pitch of the noise. The noise when present is very distracting when you are trying to operate the vehicle safely.

Unknown or Other

ODI #11601437

Incident: June 12, 2024 · Filed: July 12, 2024

I took my new car through the car wash I notice water go in the car some how and I could hear this gargling I thought it was coming from the A pilar. I also notice this when it rainned would do the same thing. I took it in to the dealership and they told that it was the drain lines from the moon roof. two week later it rained again and took my car and could hear that same noise that water was in the car. I have called the dealership again to get back in so see what is causing this

Electrical System; Unknown or Other

ODI #11585125

Incident: April 10, 2024 · Filed: April 25, 2024

The vehicle was already in for service once for this issue and is going back a second time the rear camera when backing up randomly starts to flicker and go crazy, and sometimes blanking out. The first fix replaced the camera to no avail. It seems to happen randomly, but about 50% of the time. I have video of the rear backup camera going crazy.

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