Ford Motor Company | model year 2015 lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured february 17, 2014, to march 19, 2015, and equipped with daytime running lights (drl) | NHTSA Recall #15V248000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V248000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting model year 2015 lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured february 17, 2014, to march 19, 2015, and equipped with daytime running lights (drl) Includes 21,435 affected units, Park Lamps too Bright with Headlights on/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

model year 2015 lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured february 17, 2014, to march 19, 2015, and equipped with daytime running lights (drl)

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured february 17, 2014, to march 19, 2015, and equipped with daytime running lights (drl). in the affected vehicles, the parking lights do not reduce their light output from a drl level when used in conjunction with the headlights. as such, the light output may exceed the the permissable amount allowed by federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the lighting control software, free of charge. the recall began on may 8, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for the recall is 15c02.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V248000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2015-04-27T00:00:00
Subject: Park lamps too bright with headlights on/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 21,435

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 15C02
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured february 17, 2014, to march 19, 2015, and equipped with daytime running lights (drl). in the affected vehicles, the parking lights do not reduce their light output from a drl level when used in conjunction with the headlights. as such, the light output may exceed the the permissable amount allowed by federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: If the light output is excessive, oncoming traffic may be temporarily blinded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the lighting control software, free of charge. the recall began on may 8, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for the recall is 15c02.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 89.45

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NHTSA ID: 15V248000
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Created At: 1741512641
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Updated At: 1741512641
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