Structure Related Problems of the 2005 Lincoln Aviator

Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 2005 Lincoln Aviator. The number one most common problem is related to the body (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate support device (nine problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Lincoln Aviator


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2005 Lincoln Aviator

The Body problem

Rear plastic litigate applique broke off hitting a passenger car's windshield. The windshield cracked. This the third piece failure. The Lincoln was traveling west on the dulles greenway.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problem

While parked at the gas station getting ready to pump gas the rear window exploded, glass shattered everywhere, left hinge cracked and frame around liftgate bend and curled up. My rear liftgate has the same cracked as previously reported.   Read details...

The Tailgate problem

I noticed a crack on the back panel of my tailgate. There was no accident or incident and since then I have noticed at least 3 other cars in my small town with the same defect. I have written to Ford and gotten no response. From what I have seen on the internet, this is not an isolated problem.   Read details...


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