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Lincoln MKC Recall 15V006: Engine May Shut Off If Start/Stop Button Is Pressed

NHTSA campaign 15V006, reported January 9, 2015, 11,144 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The push-to-start/stop (PTS) button, located at the bottom of the shift transmission controls, can be inadvertently pressed, which may cause the engine to shut off while driving. A sudden loss of power increases the risk of a crash. If the vehicle is turned off during a crash, the air bags and seat belt restraints may not function as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

The remedy is free of charge. Ford will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will relocate the PTS switch and reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Owners can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall 14S29.

Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected, and schedule the repair with an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V006Ford Motor Company
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured August 20, 2013, to September 9, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Push-to Start/Stop (PTS) button that is located at the bottom of the shift transmission controls may inadvertently be pushed, causing the engine to shut off.
Risk
If the PTS switch is inadvertently pressed, the vehicle may stop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. In the event of a crash with the vehicle turned off, the air bags and seat belt restaints may not function as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the PTS switch and reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S29.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Lincoln MKC2015