The problem
The secondary hood latch may not engage when the hood is closed.
The risk
In the event the primary hood latch releases when thevehicle is in motion, the hood could fly up, obstructing the operator's vision,and increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
INSTALL A NEW HOOD LATCHING ASSEMBLY.
Contacts
System: hood.Vehicle description: passenger cars.Note: ford has agreed to recall these vehicles but parts are not yet available.Parts will be available in december, 1991. You will receive a letter from fordadvising you when to schedule an appointment with your dealer to have therecall performed. Refer to ford safety campaign number 91s40. To find out ifyour car is involved in this recall, call ford's toll free line (1-800-392-3673)and provide them with your vehicle identification number. If you areexperiencing a hood latch problem, call ford at (313) 446-4654. An operatorwill take your name and telephone number. A ford representative will call youback.
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 91V147000.
- 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.