Recall 91V-147: 1991 Lincoln Town Car

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Sep 10, 1991, covering about 72,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
91V-147
Report date
Sep 10, 1991
Vehicles affected
72,000
Owners notified
Dec 20, 1991

The problem

The secondary hood latch may not engage when the hood is closed.

The risk

In the event the primary hood latch releases when thevehicle is in motion, the hood could fly up, obstructing the operator's vision,and increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

The fix

Install a new hood latching assembly.

Notes

System: hood.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: ford has agreed to recall these vehicles but parts are not yet available.parts will be available in december, 1991. You will receive a letter from fordadvising you when to schedule an appointment with your dealer to have therecall performed. Refer to ford safety campaign number 91s40. To find out ifyour car is involved in this recall, call ford's toll free line (1-800-392-3673)and provide them with your vehicle identification number. If you areexperiencing a hood latch problem, call ford at (313) 446-4654. An operatorwill take your name and telephone number. A ford representative will call youback.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number91V147000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Lincoln Town Car1991All 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 91V-147?

The secondary hood latch may not engage when the hood is closed.

How is recall 91V-147 fixed?

Install a new hood latching assembly.

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.