Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #16V731000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V731000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting model year 2017 lincoln continental vehicles manufactured june 14, 2016, to september 23, 2016 and equipped with high intensity discharge (hid) headlights Includes 1,827 affected units, Incorrect Headlight Lenses/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2017 lincoln continental vehicles manufactured june 14, 2016, to september 23, 2016 and equipped with high intensity discharge (hid) headlights

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 lincoln continental vehicles manufactured june 14, 2016, to september 23, 2016 and equipped with high intensity discharge (hid) headlights. the headlights may have been built with incorrect lenses, adversely affecting the turn signal visibility as well as not being properly marked. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. Equipment."

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlights, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began november 16, 2016. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 16c15.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V731000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2016-10-12T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect headlight lenses/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 1,827

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 16C15
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 lincoln continental vehicles manufactured june 14, 2016, to september 23, 2016 and equipped with high intensity discharge (hid) headlights. the headlights may have been built with incorrect lenses, adversely affecting the turn signal visibility as well as not being properly marked. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. Equipment."
Consequence Summary: Reduced turn signal visibility to other drivers and pedestrians can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlights, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began november 16, 2016. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 16c15.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 80.19

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NHTSA ID: 16V731000
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