2021 Lincoln Aviator

2021 Lincoln Aviator

The 2021 Lincoln Aviator is a three-row luxury SUV with a starting price of $57,270. It comes standard with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine producing 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. A plug-in hybrid powertrain is also available, with the 3.0-liter V6 working in conjunction with a 13.6-kWh battery pack to produce a combined 494 horsepower and 630 lb-ft of torque.

Engine

• 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged V6
  • Cam Phaser Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The cam phaser fails, causing rough idling, poor acceleration, and reduced fuel economy.
    • Solution: Replace the cam phaser and timing components.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Oil Leak from Oil Pan
    • Description/Symptoms: The oil pan gasket fails, causing an oil leak.
    • Solution: Replace the oil pan gasket.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
• 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged V6 Plug-In Hybrid
  • No Issues Found

Transmission

• 10-Speed Automatic
  • Transmission Slipping
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission slips while shifting gears, causing a loss of power and rough shifting.
    • Solution: Replace the transmission clutch packs and solenoids.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $3,000 - $4,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Electrical Short in Wiring Harness
  • Description/Symptoms: A short in the wiring harness can cause various electrical issues, including power loss, dashboard warnings, and inoperative components.
  • Solution: Locate and repair or replace the faulty wiring harness.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• No Issues Found

Summary

The 2021 Lincoln Aviator has a few notable issues, primarily with the 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine and 10-speed automatic transmission. The engine cam phaser failure and oil leak can be costly to repair, while the transmission slipping issue can significantly impact vehicle functionality. The electrical short in the wiring harness is also a concerning issue that can cause various problems.