2020 Lincoln Aviator vs 2021 Lincoln Aviator
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Lincoln Aviator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 102 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 30 | 28 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 312 | 255 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 14,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln Aviator | Lincoln Aviator |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 38 | 11 |
| Power Train | 17 | 4 |
| Back Over Prevention | 16 | 3 |
| Engine | 7 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 3 |
| Structure | 8 | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
2020 Lincoln Aviator
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.