Recall 88V118000: 1988 Lincoln Continental
- Report received
- Jul 22, 1988
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 28,000vehicles
- Model years
- 1988
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
Electrical circuit that controls current to brake pump motor relay, heater and air conditioning blower motor, turn signals, and a electronic message center may overheat due to inability of ignition circuit wiring connections to dissipate heat generated by electrical loads.
Possible consequence
Brake pump motor will not operate, substantially reducingbraking capability; brake warning light will come on.
Remedy
Replace ignition switch and modify switch wiring.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1988 Lincoln Continental84 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.