Complaints
62
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2005 Lincoln Aviator Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#125 complaints
Body Structure
Avg mileage:76,150 mi
#25 complaints
Transmission / Drivetrain
Avg mileage:79,250 mi
#34 complaints
Automatic Transmission
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Structure | 25 | — | — | 76,150 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | — | — | 79,250 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Driveline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/Motor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — |
Body Structure
25
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
76,150
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
79,250
Automatic Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Driveline
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/Motor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2005 Lincoln Aviator — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2005 Lincoln Aviator reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2005 Lincoln Aviator has 62 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Body Structure with 25 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2005 Lincoln Aviator?
Top reported problems: Body Structure (25 complaints, avg 76,150 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (5 complaints, avg 79,250 mi); Automatic Transmission (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Lincoln Aviator?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 76,667 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2005 Lincoln Aviator?
NHTSA complaints for the 2005 Lincoln Aviator include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2005 Lincoln Aviator have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2005 Lincoln Aviator as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2005 Lincoln Aviator?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Lincoln Aviator reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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