CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Lincoln Continental vehicles. The door latch pawl motors may not function properly, possibly resulting in a door latch not fully engaging.
- Risk
- A door latch that is not fully engaged may result in a door opening while driving, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the latch assemblies on all four doors, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S03.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2017-2019 Lincoln Continental vehicles have door latch pawl motors that may not work properly. If this happens, a door latch may not fully engage, leaving the door unsecured.
A door that is not fully latched may open while the vehicle is being driven, which increases the risk of injury. Owners should check whether their vehicle is affected and take the recall seriously.
Ford will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will replace the latch assemblies on all four doors at no cost. Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 19S03), and can check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Lincoln Continental | 201720182019 |
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