Lincoln
Aviator
Lincoln Aviator: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
Licensed photo · Photo creditMakeLincoln
ClassStandard SUV
Model years (US)2003–2005, 2020–2027
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Lincoln Aviator – Second generation2019–present
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | U611 |
| Production | May 6, 2019–present |
| Model years | 2020–present |
| Platform | Ford CD6 platform |
| Engines | Gasoline 3.0 L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 Gasoline plug-in hybrid 3.0 L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 |
| Electric motor | 75 kW permanent magnet synchronous |
| Transmissions | 10-speed 10R80 SelectShift automatic 10-speed modular hybrid transmission (Grand Touring) |
| Drivetrain | PHEV (Grand Touring) |
| Battery | 13.6 kWh NMC LGES (Grand Touring) |
| Wheelbase | 3,025 mm |
| Length | 5,065 mm |
| Width | 2,020 mm |
| Height | 1,760 mm |
| Assembly | United States: Chicago, Illinois (Chicago Assembly) China: Hangzhou (Changan Ford) |
| Designer | Kemal Curić |
Lincoln Aviator – First generation2002–2005
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | UN152 |
| Production | 2002–2005 |
| Model years | 2003–2005 |
| Engines | 4.6 L Modular V8 (gasoline) |
| Transmissions | 5-speed 5R55S overdrive automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm |
| Length | 4,910 mm |
| Width | 1,877 mm |
| Height | 1,826 mm |
| Assembly | United States: Hazelwood, Missouri (St. Louis Assembly) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2027 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | 10-speed automatic | Part-time four-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2020–2027 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | 10-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2020–2023 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl plug-in hybrid | 10-speed automatic | Part-time four-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) and electricity |
| 2004–2005 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2004–2005 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2003 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2003 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2027 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl · 10-speed automatic · Part-time four-wheel drive | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km | – |
| 2020–2027 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl · 10-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 11.2–11.8 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 9.0–9.4 L/100 km | – |
| 2020–2023 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl plug-in hybrid · 10-speed automatic · Part-time four-wheel drive | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 34 km |
| 2003–2005 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 19.6–21.4 L/100 km | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km | – |
| 2003–2005 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 19.6–21.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | – |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Standard SUV, SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2003–2005, 2020–2027 |
| Powertrains | Petrol, Plug-in hybrid |
| Engine displacement | 3.0–4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6, 8 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive, Part-time four-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Petrol (regular) and electricity, Petrol (premium) |
| Configurations listed | 27 |
| Forced induction | Turbocharged (on some versions) |
| Start-stop system | On some versions |
| Electric motor (EPA) | 74 kW DCPM; 74 kW PMSM |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2003–2005, 2020–2027 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and drivetrain | 120 | 2003, 2004, 2020 |
| Electrical system | 90 | 2003, 2020, 2021 |
| Body and structure | 81 | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Engine and cooling | 67 | 2003, 2004, 2020 |
| Driver assistance | 52 | 2020, 2022, 2023 |
| Visibility and wipers | 42 | 2003, 2004, 2020 |
| Brakes | 34 | 2003, 2020, 2025 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 25 | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Steering | 23 | 2003, 2004, 2020 |
| Airbags | 22 | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2003–2005, 2020–2025: 487 complaints, 18 with a crash and 4 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.
Recalls
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