Lincoln Mark Iv 1972

Model Mark Iv made in 1972 by Lincoln got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerninglatches/locks/linkages, seat belts and steering.

Model 1972

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH
72V058000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 07/01/1971 to 02/01/1972V (Vehicle)2454003/14/1972MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY03/13/197210/12/1979
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NotesFord campaign no c-1h.possibility that end of hood latch release lever mayprotrude below lower edge of front bumper.if condition exists and levercontacts parking barrier or curb when backing out of parking space, hood latchmay be released causing hood to lift while vehicle is in motion.(correct byinspecting and, if lever is found to be below edge of bumper, raisingapproximately 1/2 inch by using shorter rod in hood latch assembly.)
SEAT BELTS - REAR
72V152000FORD MOTOR COMPANY V (Vehicle)55206/16/1972MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY06/19/197210/12/1979
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NotesFord campaign h2h.possibility that incorrect rear seat belt assemblies wereinadvertently installed at outboard seating positions.due to additional twoinches in belt length in buckle portion of assembly, retractor might not lockwhen seat belt is fastened around someone of small size.this would leaveoccupant without effective restraint.(correct by inspecting and installingproper assemblies where necessary).
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
72V240000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 03/01/1972 to 09/01/1972V (Vehicle)103380009/26/1972MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY09/29/197210/12/1979
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NotesFord campaign no h-5b.w/power steering.possibility that power steering gearassemblies were built with worm and valve assembly torsion rod lock pininadvertently omitted.if condition exists, could result in loss of steeringcontrol.(correct by inspecting and installing pin where necessary.)