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Lincoln Aviator Phev problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Aviator Phev from 2020 to 2023: 36 owner complaints and 1 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (15), 2020 (10), 2023 (6). Best fuel economy: 23 mpg combined (2023).

Lincoln Aviator Phev
Photo: MercurySable99 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical14
Engine9
Transmission & drivetrain8
Forward collision avoidance6
Backup camera5
Brakes5
Other / unknown4
Fuel & propulsion4

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
202001023
20210523
202211523
20230623

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Lincoln Aviator Phev?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (15), 2020 (10), 2023 (6).

How many recalls has the Lincoln Aviator Phev had?

Across 2020–2023, NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).