2021 Lincoln Aviator Phev Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Aviator Phev years
Not enough data 4th of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Lincoln Aviator Phev. That ranks 4th out of 4 Aviator Phev model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 100,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2021 Lincoln Aviator Phev problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train2 · ~100,000 mi
Back Over Prevention1
Steering1 · ~117,353 mi
Suspension1 · ~117,353 mi
Tires1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train240%100,000——
Back Over Prevention120%———
Steering120%117,353——
Suspension120%117,353——
Tires120%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2022, with 2 complaints
2022: 2202222023: 1202312026: 220262

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2021 Lincoln Aviator Phev recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2021 Lincoln Aviator Phev.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 60 MPH in the left lane, the rear end locked up, and the vehicle fishtailed before coming to a complete stop between the left lane and the shoulder of the roadway. The driver attempted to restart the…

Power Train · received Sep 23, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11766329

The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Aviator PHEV. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with left and right lower…

Suspension · received Jun 8, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11742793

Front passenger tire reporting normal pressure blew out the sidewalk while driving 50th on dry pavement. Rim shows no damage. Tires hardly worn.

Tires · received May 10, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11521409

Vehicle exhibits strong vibrations when certain speeds are reached. The driveshaft has been replaced three times and continues to vibrate.

Power Train · received Jan 23, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11448520

The Rear View Camera (entire screen) constantly turns on and off when reversing the vehicle. It has been inspected several times with no resolve.

Back Over Prevention · received Jan 16, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11447655

Other Lincoln Aviator Phev years

← 2020 Aviator Phev · 2022 Aviator Phev →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2023 Aviator Phev60
2022 Aviator Phev151
202150
2020 Aviator Phev100

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lincoln Aviator Phev?

Owners most often report power train, back over prevention, steering problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Lincoln Aviator Phev?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2021 Lincoln Aviator Phev a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Aviator Phev model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.