Defect Description For Recall
Ford Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 Lincoln Mkt Vehicles With A Town Car Package Manufactured From March 6, 2012, Through April 3, 2012, Which Are Available Only To Body Builders For Upfitting As Hearse Or Livery/Limousine Vehicles. These Vehicles May Have Been Transported With Rear Brake Rotor Bolts That Are Not Fully Seated Allowing The Head To Protrude Above The Wheel Mounting Surface.
Make Of Vehicle
LINCOLN
Model Of Vehicle
MKT LIMOUSINE/LIVERY
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
12V243000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Rotor
Effect Of Defect
The Raised Bolt Head Could Lead To Torque Loss In The Wheel Joint, Potentially Leading To Wheel Separation, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
All The Affected Vehicles Have Been Quarantined At The Coach Builderøs Facilities And Will Be Repaired Before Delivery To Owners. Notices Were Mailed To The Coach Builders On May 24, 2012. For More Information, Owners May Contact The Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center At 1-866-436-7332.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
20120306
End Of Manufacture
20120403
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
128
Date Owners Notified
20120524
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20120531
Make Campaign Number
12S32