The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact drove the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was restarted and driven without further failure. Additionally, the contact stated that recently after the vehicle was started, the power steering assists failure warning light illuminated. The contact checked the power steering fluid level, and the level was sufficient. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact researched and discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V621000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 15V34000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the repair was not included in the recalls. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 73,698.
VIN Pattern | 1LNHL9DK*DG****** |
Drive Type | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive |
Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA |
Make | LINCOLN |
Model | MKS |
Model Year | 2013 |
Series | FWD |
Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Engine Configuration | V-Shaped |
Engine Manufacturer | Ford |
Engine HP | 305 |
Engine KW | 227.439 |
Engine Displacement (L) | 3.7 |
Engine Displacement (CC) | 3700 |
Engine Displacement (CI) | 225.788 |
Other Engine Info | Ti-VCT |
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) |