NHTSA Recall 80V147000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V147000; Date: Nov. 13, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1981 Ford LTD; 1981 Lincoln Mark Vi; 1981 Mercury Marquis
Component: Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 18,154
Recall Summary:
Some of the involved vehicles have electrical relay systems which may be susceptible to water leakage into the relay case. Water entry may cause a short circuit within the relay.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect vehicles for the type of relay used, reorient wiring harnesses as necessary, and replace suspect relays with new parts.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 5. 0 and 5. 8 literengines. System: electrical; wiring harness. Consequences of defect: a short circuit within the relay may cause overheatingwhich could result in a vehicle fire and personal injury to passengers.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 19, 1980
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