2022 Lincoln AVIATOR problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
44 owner complaints analyzed
21 distinct recall campaigns
31,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 10 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 8 of 44 complaints (18.2%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine operation | 3 | 6.8% |
| Braking behavior | 3 | 6.8% |
| Transmission and shifting | 2 | 4.5% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 2 | 4.5% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 2.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 |
| Structure:Body | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
Electrical System: 8; Engine: 6; Unknown Or Other: 6; Visibility/Wiper: 6; Structure:Body: 5; Fuel System, Gasoline: 4; Fuel/Propulsion System: 4; Air Bags: 3
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 3 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 4 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 3 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 3; 25,000 to 49,999: 4; 50,000 to 74,999: 3; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
25,000 to 49,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (4). 34 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 18 |
| 2026 | 9 |
2022: 6; 2023: 7; 2024: 4; 2025: 18; 2026: 9
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Engine operation appears in 3 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 3 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11690950 · 2025-10-02 (October 2, 2025)
The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Aviator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to pull over to the side of the road. It was unknown whether a warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part for the recall repair was not yet availab…
Owner-reported narrative. 10,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11690950 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11706296 · 2025-12-20 (December 20, 2025)
On July 25, 2025 my 2022 Lincoln Aviator Hybrid Grand Touring Edition stalled while driving on Interstate 25 in Colorado Springs. I lost partial control of the vehicle but was able to guide it onto the shoulder and allow it to coast to a stop. I had this vehicle towed to the dealership (where it was purchased new): Phil Long Lincoln, Motor City in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It has been there ever since (almost 5 months) and has not been repaired. The service department suspects that the current safety recall issued July 8, 2025 (NHTSA Recall …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11706296 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11623452 · 2024-11-04 (November 4, 2024)
The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that while her husband parked during a car wash, the contact who was seated in the front passenger seat exited the vehicle when it unintendedly accelerated and crashed into a pole. The contact confirmed that the vehicle was still in the park position when it suddenly lunched forward crashing into the pole a second time. In addition, the contact stated that the pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking system failed to engage. No warning light was illuminated. No injuries we…
Owner-reported narrative. 34,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11623452 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11647320 · 2025-03-10 (March 10, 2025)
Driving and slowing down accident brakes and frontal collision and airbags didn't go off
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11647320 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11538932 · 2023-08-16 (August 16, 2023)
When vehicle is put into park, you can hear the transmission slam into place as well as feel the car jolt. When vehicle is in park and moved to reverse, the car will delay and then throw into gear moving backwards causing a jolt and increased speed.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11538932 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11691739 · 2025-10-06 (October 6, 2025)
1- ABS/Braking Issue The ABS system appears to be malfunctioning. On multiple occasions, typically once or twice a week, when I apply the brakes, the tires lock up and cause the vehicle to skid. This happens most often when descending hills or backing up on a sloped driveway. The wheels lock and slide until I release the brake pedal, posing a serious safety concern. 2- Severe Water Leak Interior Roof Area There is a significant water leak from the interior roof, specifically from the top center area near the rearview mirror, every time it rai…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11691739 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11588586 · 2024-05-13 (May 13, 2024)
The car has stopped electrically with no response from any switches when trying to switch on. This has happened before couple of times and once it switched on by itself after 5 min, the second incident it had to be towed away from road after no response in 2 hours. This time it happened like every time and no response from electrical systems and blocked the road.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11588586 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11651190 · 2025-03-27 (March 27, 2025)
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The 2nd row seats have an electrical switch to slide and slightly fold the seat for entry to the 3rd row. This switch seems to get stuck and will randomly slide and tilt the seat forward while driving as well as while stationary. while driving, the seat can hit the back of the driver seat very hard and cause disorientation. The vehicle has not yet been reproduced or inspected by a dealer or other service center. the vehicle has not been inspec…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11651190 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11463058 · 2022-05-02 (May 2, 2022)
4/19/22 Staten Island NY. As I was getting off of the Hylan Blvd exit from the SI Expressway traveling toward NJ, I made a left turn. While the wheel was turned the power steering failed, locking up the steering wheel. These alerts came on the dashboard: Hill Start Assist Warning, Service Steering, Pre-Collision Assist Not Available. The car was towed to Dana Ford and the technician says that a high voltage fuse burned out. They also stated that they wanted to find the cause for the fuse to burn out before replacing it. This was two …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11463058 at NHTSA ↗