Used Car Checklists

Used Lincoln Aviator: Inspection checklist

Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 219 complaints across these 6 years; the 2020 drew the most.

Lincoln Aviator

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Problems that follow the Aviator from year to year

Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.

Area202020212022202320242025Total
Electrical299652354
Transmission154221
Backup camera734317
Body and structure72615
Engine342312

Aviator generations and updates

First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.

  1. Second generation

    2020–2023

    2025 update: Redesigned front fascia; Refreshed interior; Redesigned headlights; Discontinued plug-in hybrid Grand Touring trim

Mileages where Aviator problems start

From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.

Typical mileageProblemYear
4,181–5,400 milesEngine seizes on nearly new car2021

Every Aviator recall to confirm

48 recalls cover the Aviatoryears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 26 campaigns span more than one model year.

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