NHTSA vehicle safety data
2027 Lincoln Aviator Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2027 Lincoln Aviator has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Lincoln dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2027 Lincoln Aviator. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
NHTSA #26V470000Reported July 21, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 76,748 vehicles
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.
Safety consequence
Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available. Once available, the motor will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S53.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
NHTSA #26V451000Reported July 14, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 387,911 vehicles
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.
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