Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 25V-349 · 2020–2021 Lincoln Aviator
Ford Motor Company recall 25V-349 covers 8 2020–2021 Lincoln Aviator for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on May 23, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 88% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V349000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V626. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
The risk
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.
The fix
Dealers will update the Battery Energy Control Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S58.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
88%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 4, 2020 to December 8, 2020. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.