Recall 84V-072: 1984 Lincoln Continental
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 15, 1984, covering about 495 vehicles.
The problem
If the selector is gently or slowly moved towards park, the transmission may not change to parking gear. Similarly, slow movement of the selector from reverse to neutral may not remove the transmission from reverse gear.
The fix
Dealer will replace rubber-isolated shift rod with a conventional one-piece rod and will readjust the shift linkage.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter diesel engineand automatic transmission with column mounted shifters.system: power train transmission; gear selector lever.consequences of defect: a parked car not in the park mode may roll backward orforward if the parking brake is not set. Also when moving from reverse toneutral, vehicle may still move in reverse because the gear change did notoccur in the transmission. Unexpected vehicle movement may result in anaccident and personal injury.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 84V072000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Continental | 1984 | All 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 84V-072?
If the selector is gently or slowly moved towards park, the transmission may not change to parking gear. Similarly, slow movement of the selector from reverse to neutral may not remove the transmission from reverse gear.
How is recall 84V-072 fixed?
Dealer will replace rubber-isolated shift rod with a conventional one-piece rod and will readjust the shift linkage.
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.