2023 Lincoln Aviator Phev Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 6, 2026 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Aviator Phev years
Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Lincoln Aviator Phev. That ranks 3rd out of 4 Aviator Phev model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2023 Lincoln Aviator Phev problems

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

Electrical System3
Engine3
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Power Train2
Service Brakes2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Visibility/wiper1
Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System350%———
Engine350%———
Forward Collision Avoidance233%———
Power Train233%———
Service Brakes233%———
Vehicle Speed Control117%———
Visibility/wiper117%———
Wheels117%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 4 complaints
2023: 4202342026: 220262

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2023 Lincoln Aviator Phev recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2023 Lincoln Aviator Phev.

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Recent owner reports

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

Driver side rear wheel licked up at highway speed. Ford is ignoring my communications

Wheels · received Oct 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11769239

I was backing into my garage and the rear collision sensor beeped. I opened the door and took one foot out of car and since the driveway is up a hill, the car started rolling forward. I must of taken pressure off the brake. I tried to stop the car but was unable. The forward collision sensor did go…

Service Brakes · received Jul 2, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11748044

Once again, my vehicle exhibited immediate and sudden power loss while at highway speeds. Ironically, I was in transit to my dealer for the third time for this issue within my vehicle's 3,000 miles. This is incredibly unsafe at any speed, especially at highway speeds without warning. An uncommanded…

Electrical System · received Aug 11, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11537923

Went to get in it this morning, and said no key was detected. Okay, whatever, we'll use a backup code. The screen never prompted for a backup code. We had the key inside the vehicle, so we use the Lincoln Way App to start the car and figured we can get it going from there. Nope, the car was running…

Service Brakes · received Jul 12, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11531763

The rear camera is janky, the collision alert fires off at random times, and now, the main safety issue! Received a huge red triangle on the HUD and NAV screen stating that the "vehicle is shutting down" and then poof, the damn thing shut down immediately without warning. The message was on the HUD…

Electrical System · received Jul 12, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11531764

Other Lincoln Aviator Phev years

← 2022 Aviator Phev

YearComplaintsRecalls
202360
2022 Aviator Phev151
2021 Aviator Phev50
2020 Aviator Phev100

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Lincoln Aviator Phev?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Lincoln Aviator Phev?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2023 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 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.