Recall 80V-067: 1980 Lincoln Lincoln, 1980 Lincoln Mark VI

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on May 27, 1980, covering about 52,053 vehicles.

NHTSA number
80V-067
Report date
May 27, 1980
Vehicles affected
52,053
Owners notified
Jul 18, 1980

The problem

Stop lamp switches on certain vehicles may have been contaminated with oil, which could degrade the contacts and result in a loss of stop lamp function.

The fix

Dealer will replace the stop lamp switch without charge.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; stop lamp switch.consequences of defect: drivers following such a vehicle may not receiveadequate warning of braking, which could cause a rear end collision.note: on vehicles with optional speed control, the stop lamp switch alsodisengages the speed control upon application of the brake pedal. Ifmalfunction of the switch prevents normal disengagement of the speed control,this may be accomplished by additional brake pedal application or by depressingthe control "off" button.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentExterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number80V067000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Lincoln Lincoln1980All years
Lincoln Mark VI1980All 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 80V-067?

Stop lamp switches on certain vehicles may have been contaminated with oil, which could degrade the contacts and result in a loss of stop lamp function.

How is recall 80V-067 fixed?

Dealer will replace the stop lamp switch without charge.

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.