2022 Lincoln Aviator Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 22 NHTSA recalls and 61 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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High Reported Activity — 2022 Lincoln Aviator
The 2022 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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22
NHTSA Recalls
22 recalls on record
61
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
6
Crash Reports
1 fire report
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NHTSA Recalls — 2022 Lincoln Aviator (22)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Lincoln dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage: Tank Assembly: Filler Pipe And Cap
A detached fuel filler tube can result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a fuel vapor line redundant locking clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332….
🔧 Seats: Front Assembly: Head Restraint
A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front-row passenger and driver head restraints, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to notify owners of the safety risk were mailed May 11, 2022. Owner…
🔧 Structure: Frame And Members
Improperly heat-treated engine rails may reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. In addition, an engine rail may detach and contact the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an engine rail strength test and replace the rails as necessary, free of charge. If the engine rails require replacement, owners will have the option for a…
🔧 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…
🔧 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 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…
🔧 Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery
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.
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…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Display Function
A flickering or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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….
🔧 Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine: Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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…
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Most Common Problems — 2022 Lincoln Aviator
Based on 61 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 2022 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, 2026 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2022 Lincoln Aviator
Is the 2022 Lincoln Aviator reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 Lincoln Aviator has 22 recall campaigns and 61 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 2022 Lincoln Aviator have?
The 2022 Lincoln Aviator has 22 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 2022 Lincoln Aviator?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2022 Lincoln Aviator are: Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Structure, Back Over Prevention. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2022 Lincoln Aviator safe to buy?
The 2022 Lincoln Aviator has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 22 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, 2026. 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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