repaired · 2026 Q3
Seats: mid/rear assembly
NewRisk. A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2022 Lincoln AviatorProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 49 owner complaints about the 2022 Lincoln Aviator, most often about the structure. It is covered by 21 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-455 the manufacturer reports only 19% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 26, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Lincoln Aviator has problems
49 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
9Structure
9Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
8Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
6Engine
6Fuel system, gasoline
6Visibility/wiper
4Seats
4Exterior lighting
4Fuel/propulsion system
1710 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 8 | 1 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 6 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 17 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
21 recalls
2022 Lincoln Aviator recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Seat belts
NewRisk. A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
NewRisk. Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Structure: body
Risk. Detached trim may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Risk. A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Front: warning light/devices
Risk. An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A flickering or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Front: warning light/devices
Risk. An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Engine
Risk. Improperly heat-treated engine rails may reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Front assembly: head restraint
Risk. A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
Risk. A detached fuel filler tube can result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lincoln.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other Aviator year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Aviator median. How we score
'03'04'05'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2022 Lincoln Aviator safety ratings
2022 Lincoln Aviator SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Lincoln Aviator, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of Motive PowerLed to recall 24V-635
In owners' words
What Aviator owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle after an extended road trip, the contact noticed that the driver’s side and passenger’s side rear doors window bars and C-pillar trims had detached. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign…
REF C PILLAR RECALL & NHTSA Complaint # 11713372 by another owner on 11/18/25. NHTSA NEEDS TO ISSUE RECALL FOR A PILLARS. Have had wind noise issue on front passenger side since I bought car. Dealer looked at numerous times in 3 yrs & always stated ‘unable to recreate condition’ (likely due to not…
Rear door trim came loose and fell off while driving. Had the service department at the local dealership look at the missing trim on the rear of the car and they noticed multiple of the plastic clips holding the trim on the rear were broken and remained in the area where the trim was attached.
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