Recall
Lincoln Aviator — 20V497000
NHTSA ID
20V497000
Make
Lincoln
Model
Aviator
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2020-08-21
Component
AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Units Affected
488
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
20S48
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs.
Consequence
If the side air bag or seat back fasteners were not properly tightened, the side air bag deployment could be affected, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (VIN-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S48.