Structure Problems of Lincoln Aviator

Lincoln Aviator owners have reported 78 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (36 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hatchback/liftgate support device (15 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Structure problems of Lincoln Aviator

The Body problem

Glass portion of passenger side rear view mirror fell off as vehicle was exiting driveway possibly due to defective adhesive much like the safety recall on the door pillar trim. Incident was captured on home surveillance camera.   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 Structure problem

The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Aviator. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v407000 (structure), 25v393000 (seats), 25v455000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The dealer was not contacted.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate problem

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that the rear liftgate glass was cracked along the base. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the liftgate needed to be replaced, however the vehicle was not repaired.   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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