Recall 86V109000: 1985–1986 Lincoln Continental and 1 other model

Report received

Aug 8, 1986

Manufacturer

Ford motor company

Potentially affected

38,000vehicles

Model years

1985–1986

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Under certain conditions, contacts in brake system relay could remain closed, causing the brake pump motor to run continuously, causing it to overheat and eventually fail. Consequence of defect: should the brake supply motor fail, the power assist to the front brakes will be lost, and after about 10 to 15 normal brake stops, loss of rear brake function will result, causing increased stopping distance. However, the instrument brake warning light will illuminate prior to reduced braking capability and if warning is not heeded, an accident may occur.

Remedy

Replace pump motor relays.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1985 Lincoln Continental15 complaints
• 1986 Lincoln Continental8 complaints
• 1985 Lincoln Mark VII6 complaints
• 1986 Lincoln Mark VII8 complaints