The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to turn to the right or the left. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact's brother checked the power steering fluid level; however, the fluid level was sufficient. The contact researched and discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the repair would not be covered under the recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.
| VIN Pattern | 1LNHL9FT*DG****** |
| Drive Type | AWD/All-Wheel Drive |
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA |
| Make | LINCOLN |
| Model | MKS |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| Series | EcoBoost AWD |
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Engine Configuration | V-Shaped |
| Engine Manufacturer | Ford |
| Engine HP | 365 |
| Engine KW | 272.181 |
| Engine Displacement (L) | 3.5 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 3500 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 213.583 |
| Other Engine Info | Displacement is 3.5L GTDI. |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Plant Company Name | Chicago |
| Plant City | CHICAGO |
| Plant State | ILLINOIS |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |