Lincoln Mkt recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 24, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2013–2015 Lincoln Mkt

Recall number

15V172000

Brand / firm

Lincoln

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,549 units

Why it was recalled

If the vacuum pump relay overheats, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Lincoln MKT vehicles with a limousine or hearse preparation package, manufactured March 6, 2012, to March 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the vacuum pump relay may overheat due to an internal fault or contamination.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vacuum pump relay with a new electro-mechanical relay, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S10.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.