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2023 Lincoln Aviator recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component16
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Back over prevention | 7 |
| Seat belts | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Power train | 1 |
Safety recalls16
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 14, 202626V451000 | Seats: mid/rear assemblyA seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V451000
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| Mar 17, 202626V159000 | Seat beltsA loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V159000
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| Mar 3, 202626V123000 | Back over prevention: softwareAn incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V123000
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| Jul 7, 202525V455000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pumpAn engine stall increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V455000
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| Jun 27, 202525V442000 | Back over prevention: softwareA rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V442000
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| Jun 13, 202525V393000 | Seats: mid/rear assemblyA seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V393000
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Owner complaints by component30
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 10 | 33 |
| Engine | 7 | 23 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 17 |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 17 |
| Power train | 4 | 13 |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 10 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 7 |
| Structure | 2 | 7 |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 3 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 3 |
7 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Aviator, Aviator Phev.
Latest reports
- Power train
“Driver side rear wheel licked up at highway speed. Ford is ignoring my communications”
- Vehicle speed control
“Date of Incident:XXX (or your first observed date). Approximate Mileage: 26,955. Speed at Failure: 55 mph. Did a Crash or Injury Occur? No. Did a Fire Occur? No.”
- Electrical system
“I bought this car in march 2026. It is a 2023 Lincoln aviator black label, it was a CPO. Within days of me having it, I noticed there were electrical issues. The interior light kept popping on for no reason.”
Other Lincoln Aviator model years
- 20266 recalls4 complaints
- 202515 recalls18 complaints
- 20248 recalls7 complaints
- 202316 recalls30 complaints
- 202222 recalls60 complaints
- 202128 recalls45 complaints
- 202030 recalls120 complaints
All years: 2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003
Other Lincoln models
- 2023 Navigator8 recalls7 complaints
- 2023 Corsair10 recalls23 complaints
- 2023 Nautilus3 recalls7 complaints
- 2020 MKZ1 recall3 complaints
- 2018 MKX5 recalls31 complaints
- 2011 Town Car3 recalls6 complaints
- 2019 MKC3 recalls122 complaints
- 2006 LS0 recalls18 complaints
- 2019 MKT4 recalls18 complaints
- 2012 Zephyr3 recalls0 complaints
- 2015 MKS3 recalls18 complaints
- 2020 Continental2 recalls7 complaints
2023 Lincoln Aviator recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Lincoln Aviator have?
NHTSA lists 16 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Lincoln Aviator. The most recent, 26V451000 (reported July 14, 2026), concerns seats. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2023 Lincoln Aviator recalls for?
The largest group is back over prevention, with 7 campaigns. Others: seat belts (3), seats (2), fuel system, gasoline (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Lincoln Aviator?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 10 complaints out of 30 filed with NHTSA (33%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Lincoln Aviator?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Lincoln recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lincoln dealer.
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