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Lincoln Aviator repairs by problem area

Engine (10%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (43%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (19%)

Chart based on 21 repairs.
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Lincoln Aviator repair cost distribution

$2500+ (8%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (23%)

< $100 (62%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2021 Lincoln Aviator 4dr SUV

turbocharged 400hp 3.0L V6 10-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln Aviator in Arizona, United States
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2021

5000 mi
Defective rear sunshade identified, part ordered 
Aug 2021

6670 mi
"black touchscreen". Updates software, did not fix problem 
Sep 2021

7034 mi
loss of touchscreen functions, performed system master reset 
Dec 2021

8326 mi
Installed replacement rear door sunscreen. 

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2020 Lincoln Aviator 4dr SUV

turbocharged 400hp 3.0L V6 Plug-in Hybrid 10-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln Aviator in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
Sep 2021

8680 mi
Back up camera image would roll/scroll black out. Also software update for rear tailgate which had intermittent issues. 
Dec 2021

9920 mi
Tailgate would not open. 
Jan 2022

10540 mi
Tailgate would not function. It would go up an inch and then just close. Could not open manually. Software had been updated about 3 months prior 

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2020 Lincoln Aviator 4dr SUV

turbocharged 400hp 3.0L V6 10-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Lincoln Aviator in North Carolina, United States
Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
May 2022

8000 mi
A bunch of electronic glitches started. 
Lincoln Aviator in Mississippi, United States
Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Jun 2021

12000 mi
Lost traction control, cruise control, and forward collision warning system. Also service warning lamp in dash was on. Same as previous issue [Lost traction control, cruise control, and forward collision warning system], but four months later. Seat ventilation not working properly Noisy powered steering column. 
Dec 2021

15000 mi
Rear view camera shows blue screen. Dealer could not duplicate the condition. 
Feb 2022

16000 mi
Noisy electric steering column. Disassembled and relubed. 
Apr 2022

17628 mi
Backup camera shows only blue screen. Backup camera goes to blue screen. Control module replaced. 

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2005 Lincoln Aviator 4dr SUV

302-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Lincoln Aviator in Texas, United States
- Feb 2005
Feb 2005

11 mi

US $33000
vanity mirror replaced 3 times foul odor from a/c repaired twice Radio cover repaired Passenger mirror acts up. Power steering issue when cold. 

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2005 Lincoln Aviator 4dr SUV

302-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic AWD

Lincoln Aviator in Indiana, United States
- Nov 2011
Nov 2010

58200 mi

US $240
Had to replace my second coil pack. The first went out at 48,000 miles. This time the check engine light did not come on but I knew the hesitation and chugging at low RPM 
Apr 2011

US $504
Replaced all the coils so the trip to Florida would be smoothe. Good decision found a local shop that changed remaining 6 for $504. Thanks, Justin 
Nov 2011

US $428
Brake release switch for cruise needed replaced. Zolman Tire made the repair, but needed the Dealer to reprogram the ABS system. Crazy electrical needs. Zolman learned but took care of us quickly. 

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2004 Lincoln Aviator 4dr SUV

302-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic AWD

Lincoln Aviator in California, United States
- Jul 2017
Jul 2017

166000 mi

US $300
ignition coil This is about 4th one replaced out of my pocket.. I have had at least 7 replaced on this. 

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