Recall 25V-349
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2020 to 2021 Lincoln Aviator: Electrical system (propulsion system, traction battery).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V-349
- Reported
- May 23, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 8 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V626. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
The risk
Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will update the Battery Energy Control Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 25S58.
Affected vehicles
- Lincoln Aviator 2020 to 2021