Dabryan Lincon Town Car 120 Limo recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 1, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Accubuilt, Inc. recalls 1998–2005 Dabryan Lincon Town Car 120" Limo

Recall number

15V334000

Brand / firm

Dabryan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 970 units

Why it was recalled

The rubbing driveshaft may generate significant heat, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Accubuilt, Inc. (Accubuilt) is recalling certain model year 1998-2005 Lincoln Town Car 120" Limousines manufactured January 2, 1998, to July 21, 2005 by DaBryan Coachbuilders. In certain situations, such as when overloaded or in the event of rear suspension failure, the driveshaft may rub against the vehicle body, below the rear seating area.

What to do

Accubilt will supply a remedy kit to replace the current jounst component mounted on the rear axle and will reimburse up to 1 hour of labor for eligible vehicles built after September 1, 2004. Owners were mailed interim notifications on July 15, 2015. The recall began on February 23, 2016. Owners may contact Accubuilt customer service at 1-419-222-1501.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.