2020 Lincoln AviatorService bulletins
2020 Lincoln Aviator Technical Service Bulletins
318 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2020 Lincoln Aviator. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.
- 10177701Jul 10, 2020Brakes. Some 2020 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a perceived lack of power brake assist or extended brake pedal travel at initial vehicle start up with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0047:64 stored in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module. The vehicle may also exhibit an illuminated ABS, Advance Trac, and/or red brake warning lamp, and possible Advance Trac Fault message displayed. This may be caused by the…
- 10177695Jul 1, 2020Electrical system. Some 2020 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles built on or before 22-June-2020 may exhibit a Front Camera Fault message and/or Collision Warning Not Available message with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U3000:49 stored in the image processing module A (IPMA). This may be due to the software in the IPMA. To correct the condition, reprogram the IPMA using the latest software level of the appropriate…
- 10177124Jun 30, 2020Engine cooling. Some 2020 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a rattle type noise originating from the exhaust flexible pipe. This may be due to the natural harmonic frequency of the pipe. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to install a worm gear clamp over the exhaust flexible pipe.
- 10177033Jun 22, 2020Electrical system. Some 2020 Escape/Corsair/Explorer/Aviator vehicles may have diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0100 stored in the audio front control module (ACM). This DTC will not cause observable conditions or warning indicators for the customer. If this DTC is detected during pre-delivery inspection (PDI) or while diagnosing unrelated conditions, it should be disregarded.
- 10177032Jun 22, 2020Equipment. Some 2020 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may experience an intermittent or constant blank/black screen on the center infotainment display due the low voltage differential signaling (LVDS) cable at the SYNC accessory protocol interface module (APIM) not being fully seated. Verify that the connector is fully seated into the APIM prior to performing any other diagnostics or repairs on the vehicle for this concern. If the…
- 10177037Jun 18, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Some 2020 Aviator vehicles equipped with Reserve, Grand Touring, or Black Label trim packages built on or before 12-Mar-2020 may exhibit a discharged battery/no crank condition. This may be due to a parasitic battery draw caused by software in the rear audio control module (RACM). To correct the condition, reprogram the RACM using the latest software level of the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool.
- 10177042Jun 17, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. Some 2016-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a SYNC 3 Touchscreen may experience the volume control unresponsive from the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM) and steering volume controls when using Apple Car Play. When the Apple device is removed, volume control is restored. This is due to a concern with the Waze Navigation App software and Apple iOS version.
- 10176950Jun 16, 2020Suspension. Some 2020 Aviator vehicles may exhibit various air suspension concerns. To assist with diagnosis and service of the air suspension system, the WSM has been updated. Refer to WSM, Section 204-05, Vehicle Dynamic Suspension > General Procedures > Air Suspension System Depressurize and Pressurize for the updated procedure.
- 10176933Jun 2, 2020Equipment. Some 2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit the infotainment system stating in Michigan when trying to select a point of interest using the push to talk feature on the navigation system. Engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition, which is expected to be available in July. Please monitor OASIS for additional information and schedule service appointments for…
- 10176123May 29, 2020Electrical system. Some 2012-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit an inoperative remote start with a 'Vehicle Failed To Start' message when using MyFord Mobile/Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile applications. The cellular cloud systems will only allow two remote start requests from the MyFord Mobile/Ford Pass/Lincoln Way apps without a vehicle drive event occurring. If a third remote start request is received, a…
- 10176119May 22, 2020Electrical system. Some 2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit a symptom of no ability to schedule a remote start event using the FordPass or Lincolnway app. If only the scheduling portion of the remote start system is not functioning, please ensure that the latest level of SYNC software has been installed.
- 10176115May 13, 2020Forward collision avoidance. Some 2020 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit a Front Camera Fault message and/or Collision Warning Not Available message with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U3000:49 stored in the image processing module A (IPMA). This may be due to the software in the IPMA. To correct the condition, reprogram the IPMA using the latest software level of the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool.
- 10176092May 4, 2020Suspension. Some 2020 Aviator vehicles equipped with air suspension may exhibit a Drive Malfunction and/or Suspension Fault message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1041 and U2100 stored in the SUMA. This may be due to the SUMA entering into a diagnostic service mode after an on-demand self-test or module replacement.
- 10176091May 4, 2020Fuel system. Some 2020 Escape/Aviator/Explorer Hybrid vehicles and 2020 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit slow fuel fill, premature shut off, and/or spit back during refueling. This may be due to the interface between the fuel nozzle and the fuel tank filler pipe.
- 10176007May 1, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Some 2020 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT automatic transmission and with less than 100 miles may exhibit a transmission fluid leak that appears to be coming from between the hybrid drive unit and transmission case joint. This condition may be due to residual transmission fluid trapped between the front module and transmission case joint during the assembly process.
- 10169898Dec 20, 2019Seats, Electrical system. Some 2015-2019 F-150, 2015-2020 Explorer, 2017-2019 F-Super Duty, 2017-2020 Continental, 2018-2020 Expedition/Navigator, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2020 Nautilus, 2020 Aviator/Corsair and 2013-2020 MKZ vehicles equipped with multi-contour seats may exhibit intermittent multi-contour seat operation and/or massage and lumbar adjust inoperative from the seat switch or SYNC screen with or without diagnostic trouble code (DTC)…
- 10169913Dec 6, 2019Electrical system. Some 2020 Explorer, Aviator, Ecosport, Mustang, Escape or Corsair may have a symptom of no ability to schedule a remote start event using the Fordpass or Lincolnway app. This may be due to the current level SYNC software installed. To correct this condition, program the SYNC module utilizing section 415 of the workshop manual. If no update is available or the problem persists after programming, verify that the…
- 10168817Nov 28, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. Some 2018-2019 Expedition/Navigator, 2019 Edge/Nautilus, 2020 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a family entertainment system may experience an issue where the audio not synchronized with the video display when using the vehicle speakers. To correct this condition, contact the VOXX Customer Service Department at 1-866-869-7888. For claiming, refer to the Warranty and Policy manual for Ford Licensed Accessories.
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.