2021 Lincoln Aviator Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 28 NHTSA recalls and 45 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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High Reported Activity — 2021 Lincoln Aviator
The 2021 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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28
NHTSA Recalls
28 recalls on record
45
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
1
Crash Reports
1 fire report
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NHTSA Recalls — 2021 Lincoln Aviator (28)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Lincoln dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Suspension: Rear
A rear suspension module with incorrect components may affect vehicle handling, ride height, and braking characteristics, increasing the risk of a crash.
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…
🔧 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…
🔧 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…
🔧 Steering
The improperly manufactured knuckle may fracture, reducing steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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…
🔧 Air Bags: Side/Window: Curtain
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
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…
🔧 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…
🔧 Seat Belts: Front: Warning Light/Devices
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
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…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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…
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Most Common Problems — 2021 Lincoln Aviator
Based on 45 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 2021 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, 2025 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2021 Lincoln Aviator
Is the 2021 Lincoln Aviator reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Lincoln Aviator has 28 recall campaigns and 45 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 2021 Lincoln Aviator have?
The 2021 Lincoln Aviator has 28 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 2021 Lincoln Aviator?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2021 Lincoln Aviator are: Electrical System, Power Train, Engine, Back Over Prevention. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2021 Lincoln Aviator safe to buy?
The 2021 Lincoln Aviator has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 28 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, 2025. 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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