The problem
Two bolts that attach the driver air bag to the steering wheel were not installed during vehicle assembly.
The risk
In the event of a frontal collision, the air bag module would stay in position during deployment. However, the module could leave the steering wheel cavity following air bag deployment.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and install any bolts that are missing.
Contacts
No owner notification will be performed on this campaign since the vehicles are still in transit to dealers or are being held at dealerships.
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 96V231000.
- 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.