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Lincoln Continental Recall 85V040: Suspension:Front:Springs:Air Suspension System

NHTSA campaign 85V040, reported April 9, 1985, 19,200 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 85V040FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Problem
A MALFUNCTION MAY OCCUR IN THE AIR SUSPENSION ELECTRICAL CIRCUITRY.
Risk
A WIRE TO THE AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR COULD OVERHEAT CREATING A POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE, PRIMARILY WHEN PARKED AND KEY IS REMOVED.
Remedy
REPLACE CONTROL MODULE WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED MODULE.
Notes
VECHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. SYSTEM: AIR SUSPENSION CONTROL MODULE.

Affected vehicles

Lincoln Continental1985
Lincoln Mark VII1985