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NHTSA model-year recall report

2003 Lincoln Aviator Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Nov 21, 2002

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Lincoln Aviator average of 16.9 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Power Train › Automatic Transmission, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2003 Lincoln Aviator recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 02V313000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Reported Nov 21, 2002

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE CAN BECOME DISLODGED FROM THE SHIFT CABLE BRACKET.

Safety consequence

THIS COULD RESULT RESULTING IN INCORRECT GEAR INDICATION.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL ADD A STRAP TO THE SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTER TO PREVENT THE SHIFT CABLE FROM BECOMING DISLODGED. FORD HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Lincoln Aviator model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2003 Lincoln Aviator recall questions

How many recalls does the 2003 Lincoln Aviator have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2003 Lincoln Aviator. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2003 Lincoln Aviator?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology