Lincoln Aviator owners have reported 13 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 (11 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 |
Driver side and passenger seats will not recline. The back will move forward and all other parts will adjust properly, but it always stops at a certain point that is clearly not as far as it will recline. 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...