Question 1

Is the Lincoln AVIATOR reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Lincoln AVIATOR has 352 total NHTSA complaints across 6 model years. The most reliable years are 2024 (6 complaints), 2025 (22 complaints), 2023 (36 complaints). Years to avoid: 2020 (159 complaints), 2022 (73 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Lincoln AVIATOR should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2020, 2022 Lincoln AVIATOR. The 2020 model has the most complaints (159) with the top issue being ELECTRICAL.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Lincoln AVIATOR?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Lincoln AVIATOR are 2024 (6 complaints), 2025 (22 complaints), 2023 (36 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2025	22	I bought Lincoln Aviator 2025 Model. After 2 week...	Above Average
2024	6	The vehicle was already in for service once for th...	Excellent Reliability
2023	36	Screen/image flickers intermittently when rare & f...	Above Average
2022	73	4/19/22 Staten Island NY. As I was getting off of...	Below Average
2021	56	The backup camera and 360 degree camera periodical...	Average
2020	159	I PURCHASED THE AUTO ON AUG 24, 2019. I HAVE ENCOU...	Avoid This Year

Lincoln AVIATOR — All Years

Lincoln AVIATOR — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid