Lincoln Aviator owners have reported 17 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seats (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat recliner (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seats problems | |
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems |
When unlocking the vehicle, the driver seat slides backwards and reclines to the maximum unexpectedly. If there is a passenger in the rear seat, the seat will trap the occupant and not stop when it meets resistance. Read details...
When applying brakes or accelerating the vehicle driver side seat moves back and forth. Read details...
The lever (an "l" shaped lever) on the middle seat is defective. While pressing down on the lever, the lever swung over and hit my thumb with such force that it fractured my thumb. It appears that the coil/spring action in the seat is defective and dangerous. Read details...