2020 Lincoln Aviator Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 30 NHTSA recalls and 120 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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High Reported Activity — 2020 Lincoln Aviator
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator shows high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Review the issues below and have a thorough pre-purchase inspection done by an independent mechanic.
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30
NHTSA Recalls
30 recalls on record
120
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
2
Crash Reports
1 fire report
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NHTSA Recalls — 2020 Lincoln Aviator (30)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Lincoln dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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…
🔧 Engine
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.
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…
🔧 Suspension: Rear
Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
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…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Software
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Display Function
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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…
🔧 Power Train: Driveline: Driveshaft
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…
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…
🔧 Visibility: Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System: Compressor
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
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…
🔧 Air Bags: Critical Fasteners
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.
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…
🔧 Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer
A washer system contaminated with brake fluid can reduce the driver's ability to clear windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
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….
🔧 Seats: Front Assembly: Recliner
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.
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…
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Most Common Problems — 2020 Lincoln Aviator
Based on 120 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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Lincoln Aviator — Complaints by Year
A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2020 model year is highlighted.
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⚠ Higher-complaint years: 2020 — These model years have more owner complaints in NHTSA data than the other years compared.
✅ Best model years: 2024 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2020 Lincoln Aviator
Is the 2020 Lincoln Aviator reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2020 Lincoln Aviator has 30 recall campaigns and 120 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2020 Lincoln Aviator have?
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator has 30 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Lincoln Aviator?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2020 Lincoln Aviator are: Electrical System, Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Back Over Prevention. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2020 Lincoln Aviator safe to buy?
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 30 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Lincoln Aviator should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Lincoln Aviator are: 2024. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years with higher complaint counts: 2020.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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