Hatchback/liftgate problems of the 2005 Lincoln Aviator

Two problems related to hatchback/liftgate have been reported for the 2005 Lincoln Aviator. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Lincoln Aviator based on all problems reported for the 2005 Aviator.

1 Hatchback/liftgate problem

Failure Date: 10/20/2010

The contact owns a 2005 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that the rear hatch was cracked underneath glass hinge. The dealer was informed about the problem and stated that they have not heard this happen on any other Lincoln models. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 58990.

2 Hatchback/liftgate problem

Failure Date: 01/22/2009

Owner of 2005 Lincoln Aviator (acquired late 2006)kept exclusively in garage. Currently has 39,500 miles. A vertical crack has recently appeared near the emblem (right side) on the rear liftgate panel below the rear window. The entire liftgate portion which contains the window and the emblem has to be replaced. The vehicle is no longer under warranty, and as previously stated the dealership states that Ford/Lincoln will not stand behind its vehicle. Also, it seems the crack may prevent the from closing securely.


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