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NHTSA 02V313📅 Nov 26, 2002

2003 Lincoln Aviator recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain sport utility vehicles, the transmission shift cable CAN become dislodged from the shift cable bracket.

💥 The risk

This could result resulting in incorrect gear indication.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will add a strap to the shift cable adjuster to prevent the shift cable from becoming dislodged. Ford has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
02V313000
Manufacturer recall #
02S43
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Vehicles affected
25
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Owner phone
1-866-436-7332
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 02V313 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 02V313?

2003 Lincoln Aviator. 25 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Lincoln dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-436-7332.