Lincoln controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2022
Ford recalls about 200,000 vehicles over braking defects
Recall announced
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ordered Ford Motor Company to recall about 200,000 vehicles in the United States over braking problems affecting certain Lincoln MKZ, Ford Fusion and Ford Mustang models. Ford said owners would need to take affected cars to a dealer for no-cost repairs; the defects could leave brake lights on and, on some vehicles, allow the car to shift out of park without the driver's foot on the brake.
Company response
Remediation — Ford
To avoid having these issues in the near future, owners of the affected cars will need to take their vehicles to a Lincoln or Ford dealer for no-cost repairs.
Source excerpt
A total of 199,085 cars are part of the new recall.
To avoid having these issues in the near future, owners of the affected cars will need to take their vehicles to a Lincoln or Ford dealer for no-cost repairs.
2022
Ford recalls about 200,000 cars over brake-light defect
Recall announced
Ford announced a recall of about 200,000 vehicles in the United States because a brake pedal part can disintegrate, causing brake lights to remain on and creating a crash risk. Dealers will replace the affected brake and clutch pedal bumpers; owners were to be notified by mail starting March 3.
Company response
Remediation — Ford
Dealers will replace brake and clutch pedal bumpers.
Source excerpt
DETROIT (AP) — Ford is recalling about 200,000 cars in the U.S. to fix a problem that can stop the brake lights from turning off.
The recall covers certain 2014 and 2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ midsize cars as well as some 2015 Mustangs.
High temperatures and humidity can cause a rubber brake pedal part to disintegrate, keeping the lights on, confusing other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash.
2022
Ford announces recall of nearly 200,000 vehicles
Recall announced
Ford and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced a recall covering certain 2014–2015 Fusion, Lincoln MKZ and 2015 Mustang vehicles because their brake lights may not turn off; affected vehicles may also be shifted out of Park without the brake applied, increasing rollaway and crash risk. Owners will be directed to dealers for free replacement of brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers.
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The recall applies to “certain 2014-2015 Fusion, Lincoln MKZ and 2015 Mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Hawaii.”
They will be directed to the dealership of their choice to have their brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers replaced free of charge.
2021
Ford announces recalls of SUVs and trucks
Recall announced
Ford announced three recalls covering 850,630 SUVs and trucks. The recalls address, among other issues, a potential fire risk in certain Lincoln Aviators, a weld issue in certain F-350 Super Duty trucks, and a suspension issue in certain Ford Explorers.
Source excerpt
The biggest recall concerns the 2013 to 2017 model year Ford Explorer, which may experience a seized cross-axis ball joint. This condition may fracture the rear suspension’s toe links, translating to diminished steering control.
Approximately 40,995 units feature a battery cable wire harness that may not be properly secured, allowing contact with the A/C system’s compressor pulley. Rubbing through the insulation ultimately results in a short circuit, and that electrical short circuit may morph into a vehicle fire.
This morning, for example, the Blue Oval announced three recalls that include a whopping 850,630 SUVs and trucks.
2021
Ford recalls 2020–2021 Lincoln Aviators over battery-cable hazard
Recall announced
Ford announced a recall of 40,995 2020–2021 Lincoln Aviators equipped with a 3.0-liter petrol engine. A battery-cable wire harness may contact the A/C compressor pulley, potentially wear through its insulation and cause a short circuit or fire. Ford said it knew of no incidents related to the issue.
Company response
Remediation — Ford
Owner notifications will begin on July 30 and dealers will inspect the part and take appropriate action.
Source excerpt
Ford is not aware of any incidents related to this issue, but it is recalling 36,258 vehicles in North America, 2,136 in China, and 2,601 in other markets.
In these vehicles, a battery cable wire harness may not be properly secured, allowing it to make contact with the A/C compressor pulley. Over time, the wire's insulation may be worn away, which could lead to a short circuit and a potential fire.
Separately, Ford announced that it would recall 40,995 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviators equipped with the 3.0-liter petrol engine.
2021
Ford recalls 2020–2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles over battery cable harness concern
Recall announced
Ford announced a safety recall of approximately 40,995 2020–2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0-liter gas engines because the battery cable harness may contact the A/C compressor pulley, potentially causing a short circuit and fire. Ford said it was not aware of accidents, injuries or fires related to the concern.
Company response
Remediation — Ford
If there is no evidence that the battery cable has contacted the A/C compressor pulley, they will add a tie strap near the frame rail between the battery cable harness and the engine compartment harness.
Source excerpt
Ford is not aware of any accidents, injuries or fires related to this concern.
Ford is issuing a safety recall for approximately 40,995 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0-liter gas engines because the battery cable wire harness may not be properly secured, allowing contact with the A/C compressor pulley.
2021
Ford recalls vehicles to check for obsolete Takata air bags
Recall announced
Ford issued two recalls covering more than 154,000 vehicles in North America to check for obsolete Takata air bags that can explode and hurl shrapnel. Dealers will inspect the air bag units and replace them if necessary; Ford said it was not aware of any crashes or injuries caused by the problem.
Company response
Remediation — Ford
Dealers will inspect the driver or passenger air bag units and replace them if necessary.
Source excerpt
Ford has lost track of some older Takata air bags that can explode and hurl shrapnel, so it's recalling more than 154,000 vehicles in North America to check for them.
Included are certain 2004 through 2011 Rangers, some 2005 to 2014 Mustangs, certain 2006 Ford GTs, some 2008 through 2012 Fusions and certain 2007 through 2010 Ford Edge SUVs. Also covered are certain 2009 to 2011 Mercury Milans, some 2010 through 2012 Lincoln MKZs, and certain 2007 through 2010 Lincoln MKX SUVs.
The company on Thursday issued two recalls, with the largest coming because Ford can't find 45 obsolete air bags that may have been installed on some old Ranger pickup trucks.
2021
Recall of certain imported 2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles in China
Recall announced
Ford Motor Company (China) filed a recall plan covering 2,290 certain imported 2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured from June 11, 2014 to February 12, 2015. The affected door-latch pawl-spring adjustment base may break after prolonged use, potentially preventing doors from locking or allowing locked doors to unlock while driving. The recall is scheduled to begin March 1, 2021, with authorized Lincoln dealers to replace the door latches free of charge.
Company response
Remediation — 福特汽车（中国）有限公司
福特汽车（中国）有限公司将委托林肯品牌授权经销商，为召回范围内的车辆免费更换经过设计改善的车门锁栓，以消除安全隐患。
Source excerpt
日前，福特汽车（中国）有限公司根据《缺陷汽车产品召回管理条例》和《缺陷汽车产品召回管理条例实施办法》的要求，向国家市场监督管理总局备案了召回计划。决定从2021年3月1日起，召回2014年6月11日至2015年2月12日生产的部分2015年款进口 林肯MKZ(配置|询价)汽车，共计2290台。
福特汽车（中国）有限公司将委托林肯品牌授权经销商，为召回范围内的车辆免费更换经过设计改善的车门锁栓，以消除安全隐患。
本次召回范围内的车辆由于供应商原因，部分车门锁栓的爪簧调整片底座经过长时间使用后可能会出现断裂现象，导致车门无法上锁；或上锁的车门可能在车辆行驶时出现解锁的情况，增加乘员受伤的风险，存在安全隐患。
2020
Ford recalls replacement headlamps for certain Lincoln MKZ vehicles
Recall announced
Ford issued a recall affecting 130 headlamps in 37 Lincoln MKZ vehicles from model years 2013 to 2016. The replacement headlamps did not comply with U.S. vehicle safety standards. Dealers will inspect the headlamps and replace them as needed.
Company response
Remediation — Ford
To repair the headlamp issue, Ford dealers will inspect the assembly and provide a replacement as needed.
Source excerpt
Ford said the recall affects 130 headlamps in 37 Lincoln MKZ vehicles.
Ford (F) has issued another recall for certain Lincoln MKZ vehicles for a replacement headlamp issue.
According to a press release, Ford says there is a problem with the SUV's front brake jounce hoses that could rupture and cause brake fluid to leak.
2019
Ford recalls Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles
Recall announced
Ford issued a safety recall covering Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. Under the recall, dealers will check fasteners and rear-wheel alignment and inspect tires, replacing them if necessary. The source states that a disconnected fastener increases the risk of a crash. The recall was reported on October 31, 2019, and the affected vehicles were built at the Kentucky Truck Plant.
Company response
Remediation — Ford
Dealers will verify that the rear toe-link-to-frame fasteners are tightened to the correct torque, check and adjust the rear toe alignment and inspect the rear tires for abnormal wear and replace, if necessary.
Source excerpt
This is what stabilizes your car and keeps it on the ground during turns. If it becomes disconnected the risk of crashing is increased.
Ford has issued a safety recall for two vehicles built at the Kentucky Truck Plant.
The Ford Expedition, built on September 5 and 6, 2010 and the Lincoln Navigator, built on September 6, 2019, are recalled.
2019
Ford recalls nearly 320,000 vehicles in North America
Recall announced
Ford issued three safety recalls involving nearly 320,000 vehicles in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The recalls covered select Ford Transit, Ford Edge and Ford Expedition vehicles, as well as Lincoln Navigator vehicles, due to reported driveshaft coupling, seat-belt and rear toe-link fastener defects that could create safety risks.
Source excerpt
The automaker is recalling select 2015-2017 Ford Transit vehicles, 2019 Ford Edge vehicles and 2019 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Ford Motor Company has issued three safety recalls involving nearly 320,000 vehicles in North America, sending shares slightly lower ahead of the opening bell.
The Ford Transit recall is due to the driveshaft's flexible coupling cracking as wear and tear on the vehicle increases, which may result in noise and vibration.
2019
Ford China announces recall of 1,351 Lincoln vehicles in China
Recall announced
Ford Motor Company (China) announced a recall of 1,351 imported Lincoln MKZ and MKX vehicles in China, scheduled to begin on January 1, 2020. According to the announcement, missing wax coatings could allow road salt to corrode steering-gear motor bolts, potentially causing a loss of power steering assistance. The automaker stated that it would replace the defective parts free of charge.
Company response
Remediation — Ford Motor Company (China)
The automaker promised to replace defective parts free of charge to eliminate safety risks
Source excerpt
Ford Motor Company (China) will recall 1,351 Lincoln vehicles from the Chinese market, according to the country's top quality watchdog.
The automaker promised to replace defective parts free of charge to eliminate safety risks, according to the statement.
The recall, set to begin on Jan. 1, 2020, involves imported Lincoln MKZ cars made between March 2, 2015 and June 27, 2015, and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured between May 26, 2015 and June 26, 2015, said a statement on the website of the State Administration for Market Regulation.
2019
Ford recalls more than 600,000 vehicles over hydraulic defect
Recall announced
Ford Motor Company recalled 600,166 vehicles in the United States and its territories, including certain Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln MKZ models, over a hydraulic defect that might result in crashes. The recall covered vehicles from multiple Ford brands, with the Lincoln MKZ among the affected models. The defect was described as hydraulic in nature and was cited as a possible cause of crashes. The recall was reported on December 23, 2019.
Company response
Recall — Ford
Ford is recalling over 240,000 SUVs and cars worldwide because a suspension part can fracture and increase the risk of a crash.
Remediation — Ford
Dealers will replace the rearview camera at no cost to owners.
Remediation — Ford
Dealers will replace the rear-view camera at no cost to owners.
Source excerpt
Ford Motor Company F recently recalled more than 600,000 vehicles, which includes certain versions of the 2006-10 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln MKZ, over a hydraulic defect that might result in crashes. The vehicles, which were made between Feb 22, 2006-July 15, 2009, total 600,166 in the United States and its territories.
Ford is recalling over 240,000 SUVs and cars worldwide because a suspension part can fracture and increase the risk of a crash.
The recall covers the Ford Flex, Taurus police car, Taurus SHO and Lincoln MKT from the 2013 through 2018 model years.