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Lincoln Engine Recalls Involving Oil Leaks and Lost Drive Power
Oil leaks, engine failure, and lost drive power recur in these Lincoln notices, but the affected engines and remedies differ. The July 2022 notice covers 2021-2022 Corsair hybrids with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines, where engine failure can release oil and fuel vapor near ignition sources. Both cup-plug notices concern the 2024 Navigator with a 3.5L GTDI engine and a possible rapid oil leak. The intake-valve recall covers 2021-2022 Aviator and Nautilus vehicles with specified Nano EcoBoost engines. The EGR-valve notice names 2025 Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Navigator and Corsair appear in multiple notices; 2021-2022 vehicles recur across the hybrid and intake-valve defects.
Warning signs to watch for
- July 2022 Corsair engine-fire recall: unexpected engine noises, reduced vehicle power, or smoke.
- 24S70 and 25S30 Navigator cup-plug recalls: an engine stall.
- 24S55 Aviator and Nautilus intake-valve recall: loss of drive power.
- 26S10 EGR-valve recall: unexpected loss of drive power.
Can you keep driving? What the notices say
None of these notices gives a blanket stop-driving or park-outside instruction. The July 2022 Corsair engine-fire notice does give a specific conditional instruction: park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if unexpected engine noises, reduced vehicle power, or smoke occur. The 24S70 and 25S30 Navigator cup-plug notices, 24S55 intake-valve notice, and 26S10 EGR-valve notice do not tell owners to stop driving. That absence of an instruction does not establish whether an individual vehicle should be driven.
What the free repair involves
For the July 2022 Corsair recall, dealers modify the under-engine shield and active grille shutter. For 24S70 and 25S30, they inspect cup-plug alignment and replace the plug if necessary. For 24S55, they perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary. For 26S10, they replace EGR valves. These remedies are free of charge.
Severity at a glance
| Severity | Recalls |
|---|---|
| critical | 3 |
| high | 2 |
Models affected most
Where owners report engine and engine cooling problems most
NHTSA owner complaints filed under engine and engine cooling for the Lincoln models and years in this guide. Complaints are unverified reports and are not limited to the recalled defects.
| Vehicle | Engine and engine cooling complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 Lincoln Aviator | 6 |
| 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 6 |
| 2021 Lincoln Nautilus | 5 |
| 2021 Lincoln Corsair | 5 |
| 2022 Lincoln Corsair | 4 |
| 2022 Lincoln Nautilus | 1 |
Every recall in this group
| Date | Recall | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 2026 | Ford Explorer, Mustang, Nautilus EGR Valve Failure | high |
| Mar 28, 2025 | Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator Engine Oil Leak Risk | critical |
| Dec 20, 2024 | Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator Oil Leak Risk | critical |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Ford Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator Engine Valve Failure | high |
| Jul 7, 2022 | Ford Escape, Maverick, Lincoln Corsair engine fire risk | critical |
Common questions
Which Lincoln Navigator engine recalls involve a rapid oil leak?
The 24S70 and 25S30 notices both identify certain 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles with 3.5L GTDI engines. Each describes a potentially misaligned engine cup plug and calls for inspection, with plug replacement if necessary, free of charge.
What does the Corsair hybrid engine-fire notice tell owners to watch for?
The July 2022 notice identifies unexpected engine noises, reduced vehicle power, and smoke. For that recall, owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if any of those signs occur.
Does the Aviator and Nautilus valve recall automatically require a replacement engine?
Recall 24S55 specifies an engine cycle test, followed by engine replacement as necessary. It covers certain 2021-2022 Aviator and Nautilus vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The remedy is free of charge.
A recall applies only to specific vehicles. Check your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.