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Ford / Lincoln recall: Latches/locks/linkages

What is wrong

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 edge and lincoln mkx vehicles manufactured from july 1, 2010, through october 8, 2010. These vehicles were shipped with incorrectly configured electronic module settings that disable the locking function of the liftgate. Accordingly, the vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."

What could happen

The liftgate lock may be disabled and the driver may not be able to lock the liftgate using interior lock switches or remote key fob buttons.

The fix

Ford will notify owners and dealers will have the affected control modules updated free of charge. The safety recall began on november 1, 2010. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
10V516000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Ford Motor Company
Reported to NHTSA
Oct 27, 2010
Owners notified
Nov 1, 2010
Vehicles or items affected
71
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
Jul 1, 2010 to Oct 8, 2010
Part
Latches/locks/linkages › Hatchback/liftgate › Lock
Maker's own recall number
10C14
Safety standard
FMVSS 206

Notes

Ford safety recall no. 10c14.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

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