2023 Lincoln Aviator Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2023 Lincoln Aviator has a Caution verdict driven by 16 recall campaigns, even though its complaint index of 33 is the second-lowest among the 7 model years with data. NHTSA lists 24 complaints, most tied to the electrical system and camera/collision-avoidance systems.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 33/100
- #5 of 7 Aviator years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 24
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 16
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 20.5
- 17.5 city / 24.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2023 Lincoln Aviator problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System8 (33%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras8 (33%)
- Engine6 (25%)
- Fuel System4 (17%)
- Other4 (17%)
- Structure & Body3 (13%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (8%)
- Airbags1 (4%)
- Brakes1 (4%)
- Lane Departure1 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Rearview and 360-degree camera images flip, pixelate, or show black/blue screens, sometimes with no warning before backing into an object.
- Backup camera glitches while turning the steering wheel in reverse, reducing visibility during parking.
- Seat belts reported as not working properly, with owners saying no fix was available for months.
- Moonroof glass has shattered while driving, sending glass into the cabin.
- Third-row seat buttons have caused seats to eject occupants while parked.
- Owners report recall parts were not available for extended periods, leaving camera and fuel system issues unresolved.
2023 Lincoln Aviator recalls
16 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V451000Jul 14, 2026Structure & Body387,911 vehicles
Seats:mid/rear assembly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.
Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters explaining the safety risk were mailed August 19, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Lincoln Aviator owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S52. This recall expands Recall 25V393. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V159000Mar 17, 2026Seat Belts561 vehicles
Seat belts
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.
Risk: A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C18. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V123000Mar 3, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras889,950 vehicles
Back over prevention:software
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
2023 Lincoln Aviator fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17.5 MPG
- Highway
- 24.5 MPG
- Combined
- 20.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,175
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Aviator years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Lincoln Aviator reliable?
- NHTSA data shows a complaint index of 33, ranked 5th worst out of 7 model years, but the year carries 16 recall campaigns, which caps its verdict at Caution.
- What are the main problems with the 2023 Lincoln Aviator?
- The top problem areas are the electrical system and collision avoidance & cameras, each accounting for 33% of complaints, followed by the engine at 25%.
- Does the 2023 Lincoln Aviator have a camera recall?
- Yes, NHTSA recall data lists multiple campaigns affecting the rearview camera and center display, including software updates for the accessory protocol interface module.
- How does the 2023 Aviator compare to other model years?
- Its complaint index of 33 is lower than 2020 (100), 2021 (67), and 2022 (83), but its 16 recalls still push its verdict to Caution rather than Good.
- What mileage do problems typically show up at on the 2023 Aviator?
- Median mileage at failure for electrical and engine complaints is 20,990 miles, while collision avoidance & camera complaints show a median of 24,000 miles.