Contacts
Possibility that the starter cable and starting circuit wire assemblies wereimproperly routed permitting the surrounding protective sleev to chafe againstthe forward edge of the front suspension right control arm. If conditionexists, the movement can wear through the protective sleeve and the cable andor wire insulation and result in a battery voltage short to the upper arm.Should this occur, the vehicle could immediately be rendered inoperative withthe simulataneous loss of all electrical system power. (Correct by inspectingand replacing cables where necessary).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Lincoln dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 73V220000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.