2021 Lincoln Aviator technical service bulletins
262 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2021 Lincoln Aviator.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Special Field Action 26L03 Certain 2013-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles...
- Some 2020-2026 Aviator/Explorer/F-150/Bronco/Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L (non-diesel)...
- For 2020-2026 Aviator/Corsair and 2018-2026 Navigator vehicles, if diagnostics in Workshop Manual (WSM)...
- Blue or black exhaust smoke on startup for the first 5 minutes after an overnight cold soak with no...
- Front courtesy lamp that is inoperative
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2373 to update a print error on publication
- This article supersedes 26-2287
- Illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0A1E stored in...
- New vehicle delivery hold
- This article supersedes 25-2302
- Customer Satisfaction Program 26N09 Certain 2020 Model Year Escape, 2020-2021 Corsair, 2020-2021 Aviator,...
- For 20202026 vehicles equipped with the 10R60 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test...
- Some 2020-2026 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility/Aviator vehicles may require replacement of the front...
- "Refuel Error See Manual" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) after installing a replacement...
- Customer Satisfaction Program 23B64 Certain 2020-2024 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Equipped with High...
- Various 2020-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system (BLIS) may...
- Certain 2021
- "Refuel Error See Manual" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) after installing a replacement...
- Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines...
- Concern of inoperative, rattling, crackling and/or distorted sound from one or more speakers (but not all...
- Some 2020-2024 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 2020-2026 Explorer/Police Interceptor...
- For 20172026 vehicles equipped with a 10R transmission, a revision to the Road Testing Vehicle procedure...
- Various connectivity concerns with The Ford App Lincoln App including but not limited to: missing...
- Various phone-as-a-key concerns with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) U200D:15, U200E:15, U200F:15,...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument...
- Some 2021-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine, 2021-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped...
- This article supersedes TSB 22-2177 to update labor times from M-time to AP-time and add a limit
- New vehicle demonstration / delivery hold
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2174 to update the Service Procedure, Part List and adding an additional...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2252 to update the Title, Action Statement, Service Procedure and Part List
- Various 2021-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with the rear camera on demand feature may exhibit...
- Various 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a partially or fully black...
- Some 2021-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2021-2025 Bronco/Bronco...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2450:00 stored in the...
- Certain 2021
- Harsh or delayed engagement/shift concerns
- Some 2020 Continental, 2020-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2025 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair/F-150/F-Super...
- Certain 2018-2024 model year various vehicles — update sync software
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2450:00 stored in the...
- Some 2020-2025 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the...
- Buzzing/clicking/humming/ticking sound from the overhead console (OHC) and/or diagnostic trouble code...
- Whine noise at idle and/or while driving.
- Inoperative driver door window control switch (windows inoperative, mirror control unresponsive, etc.).
- Certain 2018
- Various vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or a 3.0L gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement...
- Engine oil leak from the crankshaft rear seal with retaining plate.
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal...
- Overhead console sunglass bin cannot be locked in a closed position.
- Erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition.
- Condition where the display does not allow the projection height to be adjusted.
- Harsh/delayed engagements and/or harsh/delayed shifts, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)...
- Location toggle button in the Connectivity setting menu grayed out with an inability to switch it off.
- Certain 2018
- Various FordPass/LincolnWay connectivity concerns including but not limited to: missing activation prompt...
- Programming Error
- Programming Error
- The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be...
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2307 to update the Service Procedure and vehicle model years affected
- This article supersedes TSBs 24-2100 and 24-2070 to add 2023 F-150 vehicles, update the TSB Issue...
- Some 2020-2021 Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) built on or before 30-Aug-2021 may...
- Various vehicles equiped with 10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100/10R140 transmissions may require replacement of the...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored...
- Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2059 to update the Service Procedure LTIS statement
- This TSB supersedes TSB 22-2377 to update the vehicle model years affected and Parts List
- Buzzing/clicking/humming/ticking sound from the OHC and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P24AE in the...
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2351 to remove 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicle applications
- For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an...
- During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper,...
- Inaccurate notification in the FordPass®/LincolnWay® app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2208 to add 2024 model year vehicles
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2181 to add 2024 vehicle model year
- Concerns that reqiure loadspace trim panel vent register replacement
- Poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over...
- Certain 2021
- Illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and/or 4WD Fault Service Required message with...
- Certain 2021
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with...
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with...
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2279 to update the Service Procedure
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2120 to exclude Police Interceptor vehicles with column shift
- Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect,...
- Illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P084B stored in the...
- Whine noise at idle and/or while driving
- Harshness and/or vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console at 25-50 mph (40-80...
- Power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound
- Binding or shudder sensation while turning and/or while accelerating from low speeds
- Powertrain malfunction indicator lamp with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0A1E stored in the powertrain...
- Concern where the EV power flow does not display in the center display screen
- 2020-2023
- This article supersedes TSB 22-2428 and 23-2176 to update the Issue, Action and Service Procedure
- In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- 2020-2023
- Illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) C00A6 and/or C0631
- Poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over...
- Radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving
- Condition where the high voltage battery stops charging when connected to level 1 or level 2 chargers with...
- Concern where the second row outboard manual/power seats do not fold, exhibit excess effort to fold, or do...
- Inaccurate notification in the FordPass®/LincolnWay® app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode
- Illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and stop safely now warning
- TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift
- Upper engine thump/knock noise coming from the left cylinder head
- Momentary transmission neutral-out condition while in drive
- Some 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped with air suspension may require service of a front air spring/strut
- Drive malfunction and/or suspension fault message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with diagnostic...
- There is a parts and labor time error for Explorer/Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost and Aviator 3.0L plug-in hybrid...
- Passenger door window control switch to bezel rattle while audio volume is playing from speakers that...
- For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns
- 2020-2023
- Harshness and/or vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console after initial...
- Some vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.0L,3.5L or 5.0L engine may require replacement of the long block...
- A/C blowing warm air with DTCs P0645, P2CFC, and/or P2CFD present in the heating ventilation and air...
- Illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator and stability-traction control warning...
- Concern where the center display screen will not shift to night mode or has lines on the center display...
- 2020-2022
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored...
- Concern where the center display screen will not shift to night mode or has lines on the center display...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2D40. This may be due to...
- This article supersedes TSB 22-2176 to increase the labor operation allowance and update the part list
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Inoperative power liftgate
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, and/or...
- Courtesy lamps not illuminating with a door open or always on. Also, ambient lighting may be inoperative...
- Ticking/tapping or rattle type noise from the top front cover area of the engine on initial start-up after...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, and/or...
- Series of lines on the center display screen with multi colors or a rainbow hue
- Series of lines on the center display screen with multi colors or a rainbow hue
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2D40. This may be due to the chiller not interpreting...
- Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) contamination in the engine cooling system due to the transmission cooler
- 12-volt battery discharged while the vehicle is plugged in during high voltage battery charging and/or...
- One of the following if the customer is using a Magsafe iPhone (iPhone 12 or 13): slow charging,...
- Some 2017-2022 Ford/Lincoln customers may experience a notification in the...
- Door ajar or door fault warning message present in the message center with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)...
- Audio is not synchronized with the video display when using the vehicle speakers
- Drive Malfunction and/or Suspension Fault message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with diagnostic...
- Lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area
- Rear differential that is venting rear axle fluid
- 2020-2022
- Concern of inoperative, rattling, crackling and/or distorted sound from one or more speakers
- Erratic transfer case operation and/or noise
- Slow fuel fill and/or spit back condition during refueling
- Issue transitioning to night mode in low ambient light conditions
- Condition of missing authorization, command and control, battery charging details or phone-as-a-key setup...
- Second row folding seat that is inoperative or requires excessive effort to fold
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored...
- Phone-as-a-Key concerns and have diagnostic trouble code(s) (DTC) U200D:15, U200E:15, U200F:15, B15 :31,...
- Inoperative third row power seat folding
- Inoperative power liftgate when using intelligent access (IA) features such as the hands free liftgate or...
- A/C blowing warm air with DTCs P0645, P2CFC, and/or P2CFD present in the heating ventilation and air...
- 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate...
- Illuminated airbag warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1404:13 and/or B1407:13. This may...
- Erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition
- Tire sidewall wavy/indentation appearance in the radial direction on one or both sidewalls
- Illuminated MIL with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the...
- Illuminated MIL and a Stop Safely Now message with only DTC P1A0C stored in the PCM. This may be due to...
- In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may appear to have a low...
- Some 2020
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2185 to update the vehicle model years affected
- Radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving
- FordPass or LincolnWay App message notification indicating deep sleep mode and connectivity is temporarily...
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns
- Some 2017-2018 Focus/MKX/C-MAX, 2017-2019 MKC/Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ/Continental, 2017-2022...
- Illuminated stability-traction control and/or powertrain malfunction warning indicators with diagnostic...
- In all of the affected vehicles, the vehicle emission control information (VECI) label includes incorrect...
- Inoperative driver door window control switch (windows inoperative, mirror control unresponsive, etc.)....
- Wind/whistle type noise at highway speeds originating from the front A-pillar applique (either side or both)
- Driveline vibration
- Front Camera Fault, Lane Keeping Fault, and/or Collison Warning Not Available message with various...
- Inoperative roof opening panel motor
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or a harsh/delayed shift with or without an illuminated malfunction indicator...
- Condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U0100, P1A42 and/or...
- Poor sound quality from the left and/or right front speaker while using Bluetooth audio
- Inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no...
- Illuminated MIL with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTC). These DTCs may include P04F0, P008A, P0451,...
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns
- Some 2018-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator; 2019-2021 Ranger; 2020-2021 Escape, Corsair, Explorer,...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2342 to update the Issue, Action, and Service Procedure
- Slow fuel fill and/or spit back condition during refueling
- Charging concerns with the Lincoln Dual-Voltage Charging Cord
- Harsh or delayed engagement/shift concerns
- Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect,...
- Condition where the degrees do not appear in the SYNC screen when adjusting the climate control temperature
- Condition where the degrees do not appear in the SYNC screen when adjusting the climate control temperature
- Condition when setting the climate control temperature where the degrees do not appear in the SYNC screen
- No-start with a Stop Safely Now warning message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). The vehicle may...
- Illuminated airbag warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1404:13 and/or B1407:13. This may...
- A/C blowing warm air with DTC P0645 present in the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module
- Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect,...
- Brake pedal pulsation or vibration when the brakes are applied
- Inoperative driver switchpack (windows inop, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). DTC B1088:87 may be...
- Phone-as-a-Key concerns and have diagnostic trouble code(s) (DTC) U200D:15, U200E:15, U200F:15, B15 :31,...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- AutoHold System Fault message displayed in the IPC message center on vehicle start-up with no diagnostic...
- Inoperative charging pad, slow charging, a notification that the phone has been mispositioned on the...
- Transmission fluid leak at the engine disconnect clutch pressure sensor
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U3000:49 DTC stored in the remote function actuator (RFA) module preventing...
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Some 2020-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are equipped with an anti-fogging feature known as enhanced...
- Inoperative cooling fan and/or a vehicle overheat message
- Intermittent blue screen on the center infotainment display for one or more cameras when the 360 degree...
- Diagnostic trouble code(s) (DTC) U200D:15, U200E:15, U200F:15, B15 :31, B15 :49 and/or B15A5:56 stored in...
- Seat pan looseness, lateral movement and/or clunk/thump noise on turns
- Customer concern of undesirable powertrain sounds inside the vehicle and/or less than optimal speaker...
- In some of the effected vehicles the active noise cancelation (ANC) and electronic sound enhancement (ESE)...
- Inoperative power liftgate
- Intermittent audio echo/robotic voice heard during a bluetooth phone call by the person that is not in the...
- Erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition
- Buzzing noise coming from the center console or cowl area with engine speed around 1500 RPM at idle or...
- Condition of missing Authorization, Command and Control, Battery Charging Details or Phone-as-a-Key setup...
- Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the...
- Some 2020-2021 Corsair/Aviator/Navigator and 2021 Nautilus/Mach-E customers may be unable to activate...
- Some 2018-2021 vehicles supported by FDRS may not list a software update for a module under the SW Updates...
- Transmission fluid leak that appears to be coming from between the hybrid drive unit and transmission case...
- Certain 2021 Model Year Explorer/Aviator All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Equipped with 3.0L Engines Engine...
- For 2018-2021 EcoSport/Expedition/Navigator, 2019-2021 Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021...
- Intermittent no crank, inoperative remote start, and/or an illuminated wrench light with diagnostic...
- 2020-2021
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P27B2 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P025A And/Or DTC U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be...
- Various electrical concerns due to an open 3 or 4 post fuse array on the high current battery junction box...
- Harsh or delayed engagement/shift concerns with or without transmission diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) in...
- Illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator lamp with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0020...
- Flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code...
- Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may appear to have low...
- Inoperative 3rd row power seat folding with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1231:54 and/or B1232:54...
- Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or before 07-Dec-2020 may falsely store diagnostic...
- Illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C0031, C0034,...
- Intermittent blank or blue screen when placed into reverse but return to normal when placed into drive
- Various concerns with the Lincoln Dual TurboCord
- Water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or exhibit water in the spare tire area
- 2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles without a diesel engine and/or without a...
- Inoperative air conditioning, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp, and/or an illuminated powertrain...
- Flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code...
- Intermittent no crank, inoperative remote start, and/or an illuminated wrench light with diagnostic...
- Flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code...
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