Recall
Lincoln Aviator — 23V626000
NHTSA ID
23V626000
Make
Lincoln
Model
Aviator
Years Affected
2022
Recall Date
2023-09-08
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Units Affected
2,954
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
23S53
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Dealers will perform a Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford Motor Company's number for this recall is 23S53.