Recall 00V-368: 2000 Lincoln Town Car

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Nov 9, 2000, covering about 170 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-368
Report date
Nov 9, 2000
Vehicles affected
170
Owners notified
Nov 27, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles with midnight black or medium parchment seat belts manufactured on july 31, 2000, fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." an incorrect driver's side rear seat belt and retractor assembly may have been installed.

The risk

In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the seat belts and replace the affected seat belt and retractor assemblies.

Notes

Owner notification began november 27, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentSeat Belts › Rear/Other
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V368000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Lincoln Town Car2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-368?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles with midnight black or medium parchment seat belts manufactured on july 31, 2000, fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." an incorrect driver's side rear seat belt and retractor assembly may have been installed.

How is recall 00V-368 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the seat belts and replace the affected seat belt and retractor assemblies.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.