# Lincoln Engine Fails After Two Oil Changes

> Lincoln owner skipped oil changes for 70,000 miles, causing engine failure.
- Title: Lincoln Engine Fails After Two Oil Changes · The Drive
- Summary: Lincoln owner skipped oil changes for 70,000 miles, causing engine failure. A Lincoln Aviator owner who changed oil only twice in 70,000 miles saw severe…
- Keywords: lincoln, aviator, oil change, engine failure, 3.0-liter eco boost v6, 2021 lincoln aviator, The Drive
- Source: The Drive — https://thedrive.com/news/lincoln-owner-only-changed-their-oil-twice-in-70000-miles-heres-the-result
- Author: Caleb Jacobs
- Published: 2026-11-04T18:31:56+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lincoln, aviator, oil change, engine failure, 3.0-liter eco boost v6, 2021 lincoln aviator, cars, technology
## Lincoln Owner Skipped Oil Changes
A Lincoln Aviator owner changed oil only twice in 70,000 miles according to CarFax.
## Engine Damage Confirmed
The engine showed severe wear with bearing debris and sludge in oil pan and timing chain cover.
## Engine Failure Result
The engine failed after 70,000 miles with only two oil changes, causing major damage.
## Key takeaway

A Lincoln Aviator owner who changed oil only twice in 70,000 miles saw severe engine damage.