Lincoln Mark Vii 1986

Model Mark Vii made in 1986 by Lincoln got 10 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 5 recalls as well as 13 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, fuel system, gasoline and service brakes, hydraulic. The car has one 5.0l engine.

Model 1986

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 5.0L) 8Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD18/26/2120/33/24Regular$ 8925850829

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION
86V108000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 10/01/1985 to 04/01/1986V (Vehicle)2000008/11/1986ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY08/08/198608/13/1986
Defect SummaryThe ignition lock cylinder may hang up and not fully return to the on position from the start position after starting the engine. if this occurs, the engine will remain running, but the battery current to the brake system supply motor will be interrupted. consequence of defect: with power to most accessories and the brake system supply motor interrupted, the power assist to the front brake will be lost and after about 10 to 15 normal brake stops, loss of rear brake function will result, causing increased stopping distance. however, the instrument brake warning light will illuminate prior to reduced braking capability and if warning is not heeded, an accident may occur.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace ignition lock cylinders with revised design cylinders.
NotesSystem: ignition lock cylinder/brakes.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with a brake system supply motor for hydraulic rear brakes and power assist front brakes.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
87V139000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 07/01/1985 to 08/01/1987V (Vehicle)360000010/12/1987ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY09/04/198709/09/1987
Defect SummarySpring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.
Consequence SummaryCoupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.
Corrective SummaryInstall retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.
NotesSystem: fuel line couplingvehicle description: passenger cars and light trucks equipped with fuelinjection.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
86V023000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 07/01/1985 to 01/01/1986V (Vehicle)1600002/20/1986MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY02/10/198602/26/1986571105
Defect SummaryWiring connections in an electrical connector to the master cylinder reservoir fluid level sensors were reversed and fail to indicate low fluid levels as specified by fmvss 105, hydraulic brake systems. consequence of defect: sensor will not transmit signal to brake warning light when the fluid level is less than one fourth full. without this warning signal the fluid level may decrease to the point where partial or complete loss of brake would be experienced and may lead to an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryRe-configure wiring to the fluid level sensor connector.
NotesSystem: brake fluid indicator/fmvss 105.vehicle description: passenger cars.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC
86V109000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1984 to 02/01/1986V (Vehicle)3800008/11/1986ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY08/08/198608/13/1986
Defect SummaryUnder certain conditions, contacts in brake system relay could remain closed, causing the brake pump motor to run continuously, causing it to overheat and eventually fail. consequence of defect: should the brake supply motor fail, the power assist to the front brakes will be lost, and after about 10 to 15 normal brake stops, loss of rear brake function will result, causing increased stopping distance. however, the instrument brake warning light will illuminate prior to reduced braking capability and if warning is not heeded, an accident may occur.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace pump motor relays.
NotesSystem: brakes. vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with a brake system supply motor hydraulic rear brakes and power assist front brakes.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
85V115000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 09/01/1985 to 09/01/1985V (Vehicle)147MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY09/19/198509/24/1985
Defect SummaryAn aluminum casting flash on the face of the throttle body may break off and become trapped between the throttle plate and the bore in the throttle body. consequences of defect: throttle may fail to return to idle position when released and could result in loss of vehicle control which may cause an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryRemove excess casting flash.
NotesVehicle description: passenger cars. system: linkage, throttle.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
9922210/18/19996089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt02/11/2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
986403/30/1998601312Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt07/21/1998
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
9919609/20/19996090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt03/08/2000
984803/02/1998601269Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability. *yc07/16/1998
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
9915207/26/1999608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt01/05/2001
001501/10/2000612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs06/06/2000
988804/27/1998601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc07/10/1998
9751103/03/199751945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd07/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
96261212/16/199650997Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
9624911/18/199650908Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
TIRES
985204/13/1998601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc07/17/1998
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
0115708/06/2001623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc10/31/2001
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE
0115608/06/2001623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc10/31/2001

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
PE86067FORD MOTOR COMPANY07/29/198609/09/1986BRAKE FAILURE86V108000
 There is no summary currently available
PE86067FORD MOTOR COMPANY07/29/198609/09/1986BRAKE FAILURE86V109000
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
03/15/1997109/01/1994
 A short in the ignition switch caused fire.
03/16/1996
 Electrical short or shock caused the wires in the ignition to burn out. please describe. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
3
 Air conditioner shut off/ dash buttons stopped working, and brakes failed while driving. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
08/01/1998
 Vehicle has stalled numerous times at any speed. repair shop cannot remedy problem. *ak
03/02/1996
 Vehicle parked in garage while owner was asleep. husband died of smoke inhalation.
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
3
 Air conditioner shut off/ dash buttons stopped working, and brakes failed while driving. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY
04/01/2002
 Consumer does not have original rcall letter 87v139000 from dealer concerning fuel line leak. *ak
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER
 When applying the brakes, the driver's side seat moves forward. please describe. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
3
 Air conditioner shut off/ dash buttons stopped working, and brakes failed while driving. *ak
TIRES
02/01/1993101/01/1993
 In trying to pull out of snow, the rear right tire caught fire damaging the vehicle completely. yh